Greg Norris
Indianapolis, IN 46237
Phone: 317-***-****
Email: **********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel,
PowerPoint)
. Payroll Administration (ADP, Genesis, QuickBooks)
. HRIS (PeopleSoft, TimeForce, DarwiNet)
. Benefits Administration
. Employee Relations
. Employment Law
. Recruitment
. Organizational and time-management skills
. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
. Results oriented
EXPERIENCE
January 2013 - April 2015
Human Resources Manager (Generalist), Construct Solutions, Inc.,
Indianapolis, Indiana
. Manage all areas of HR including employee relations, benefits,
recruiting, compensation and employment law including FMLA, FLSA, ADA,
COBRA, USERRA, HIPPA, ADEA, EEO, etc.
. Keep up-to-date with the Affordable Care Act changes--explain the
rules and what they mean to company management as well as keep
employees abreast of changes affecting health insurance.
. Provide diversity training to a highly diversified workforce in the
construction industry. Great results!
. Stay tuned with company culture. Solve issues and make changes to
create a better work environment.
. Create/post all job ads; perform all phone/in-person interviews, hire,
and orient all employees.
. Implemented new HRIS which includes time & attendance, payroll export,
and job tracking.
. Work with supervisors/managers to ensure performance and disciplinary
actions are completed in accordance with law and documented. Act as
facilitator to ensure all issues are heard and understood.
. Investigated and responded to EEO complaint regarding discrimination.
All facts were uncovered and well documented which allowed the case to
be resolved quickly--positive outcome for company.
. Revamped employee handbook--added numerous policies to inform
employees and protect company.
. Manage effective drug testing program allowing company to perform work
at school systems and hospitals throughout Indiana and other states--
company compliant and certified with MICCS program.
February 2008 - December 2012
Human Resources Manager (Generalist), Midwest Toxicology Services,
Indianapolis, Indiana
. Managed all areas of HR including employee relations, benefits,
recruiting, payroll, compensation and employment law including FMLA,
FLSA, ADA, COBRA, USERRA, HIPAA, ADEA, etc.
. Updated and maintained accuracy of the HRIS; created
reports/spreadsheets used for decision making.
. Utilized various sourcing methods; interviews, tests, and background
and reference checking.
. Effective interviewing skills helped place the right candidates to
vacancies; decreased turnover by 41%.
. Created and implemented programs to enhance employee morale and
retention.
. Administered benefit plans to include researching various options for
health, dental, life, 401K, etc.
. Managed time and attendance system; processed bi-weekly payroll with
100% accuracy.
. Maintained employee handbook; wrote effective HR policies and
communicated them to all employees.
. Completed all disciplinary actions and terminations; ensured all
actions were timely, fair and legal.
. Provided orientation and training to employees; trained supervisors on
HR policies and laws.
April 2006 - February 2008
Human Resources Generalist, Proquest Technologies, Swansea, Illinois
. Administered all areas of human resources including employment law,
compensation, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, payroll, and
performance management.
. Developed, implemented and administered HR policies and practices
aligned with business objectives and compliant with state and federal
regulations.
. Managed recruiting process including placing ads, interviewing, hiring
and orientation.
. Provided coaching in the areas of employee relations, employment laws,
performance management, etc.
. Maintained accuracy of job descriptions, salary structure and
performance appraisal system.
. Presented information pertaining to benefits and HR policies at
company meetings.
. Maintained human resources database; maintained personnel files in
accordance with law.
. Team leader for multi-departmental team responsible for generating new
business ideas.
September 1997 - September 2005
Regional Human Resources Manager, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois and
Honolulu, Hawaii
. Provided HR administration to 400 military and federal service
employees assigned to the Air Force Office of Special Investigations.
All employees required the highest security clearance (TS/SCI).
. Adhered to all organizational policies; ensured compliance with all
state and federal laws.
. Managed recruitment efforts for filling vacant federal employment
positions.
. Prepared and presented PowerPoint presentations regarding HR trends
and statistics.
. Oversaw training programs to enhance employee development.
. Authored numerous memos and informational papers pertaining to HR
programs.
. Utilized superior project management skills to ensure timely
completion of projects.
. Attended annual HR conferences with other Regional HR Managers to
discuss best practices.
. Streamlined HR process for 8 regions around the globe by having
numerous ideas accepted and implemented by corporate office; recipient
of Personnel Manager of the Year award in 1998 and 2003.
. Maintained accuracy of HRIS database (PeopleSoft); created reports and
spreadsheets.
EDUCATION
. Master of Science in Management (Specialization: Human Resource
Management), Indiana Wesleyan University, 3.85 GPA
. Bachelor of Business Administration (Major: Management), McKendree
University, 3.75 GPA
TRAINING
. Key Managers Retreat - Edward Lowe Foundation (2014): Three day
seminar discussing various aspects of leadership and management.
. Diversity Training (2013): Training regarding understanding and
embracing diversity in the workplace. I also instructed Diversity
Training for management and supervisory personnel.
. Various HR Seminars (2008-2012): Seminars covering multiple areas of
HR.
. Dealing with Difficult People (2008): Seminar dealing with personality
types and issues.
. Human Resources and the Law (2006): Seminar providing latest info on
HR laws and policies.
. Computer Security Training (2004): Training regarding the protection
of information systems. Knowledge of the potential threats and how to
protect company information from those threats.
. Air Force Leadership Training (2000): Six-week course covering
leadership and management skills.