Herman "J.T." Smith
*** * ****** **. #**** Gilbert, AZ 85296 ( 904-***-**** (
***********@*****.***
PROFILE: Highly motivated professional with a diverse array of
experience in employee relations, EEO/OFCCP compliance,
training, coaching, relationship building, full life-cycle
recruiting, sourcing, and management.
STRENGTHS / HIGHLIGHTS
. Advanced user and implementation knowledge in human resources information
systems such as Taleo, SAP, iCIMS, ADP, and PeopleSoft.
. Strong social networking experience in attracting top talent through
sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
. Strong ability to effectively manage employee relations
issues concerning EEO matters (Title VII, ADA, FMLA) and
discipline handling.
. Equal Employment Advisory Council Immersion Program Trained in EEO and
Affirmative Action Plan (Washington, DC/EEAC).
. Generalist experience in compensation, performance management,
benefits, and organizational development.
. Proven ability to build candidate pipelines through effective sourcing
plans.
. DDI trained in "Targeted Selection Interviewing" (Trainer).
. Experienced in managing, coaching, and counseling staff,
management, and union personnel.
. An ability to build key relationships with department
heads, managers, and staff.
. Dedicated with outstanding "people skills".
EDUACATION
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA
Jacksonville, FL
B.A. in Political Science
August 2006
PROFESSIONAL IN HUMAN RESOURCES (PHR) CERTIFIED
SPHR 2015
ID: 220********* (2009 - 2012)
EXPERIENCE
Banner Health
Phoenix, AZ
Contract Recruiter (Temporary)
09/2014 - 04/2015
. Responsible for recruitment activities across multiple service lines.
. Develops and coordinates recruitment plans with senior unit managers
across multiple Banner facilities.
. Provides metrics to various stakeholders on recruitment activities
. Represents Banner at various external career events
Patterson-UTI Drilling Company LLC
Midland, TX
Human Resources Supervisor (Employee Relations)
07/2013 - 08/2014
. Primary HR responsibilities for 1200+ employees for 26 drilling rigs (22+
plus employees on each rig) over a 400+ mile territory.
. Investigated and responded to internal and external complaints involving
employee relations issues, of exempt and non-exempt personnel.
. Responsible for employee moves involving promotions, demotions,
transfers, corrective action, terminations, FMLA, return to work, and
pay.
. Performance management responsibilities for over 600+ employees (Noted
performance for every single employee manually).
. Proactively delivered need-based training to all employees within the
region (EEO and Respectful Workplace).
. Conducted employee onboarding in completing new hire paperwork, providing
benefits, 401K, employee handbook, and payroll information.
. Led management in effectively managing business growth in conjunction
with workforce planning and staffing.
. Managed the hiring process, job postings, and sourcing across multiple
business units.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (Railroad)
Norfolk, VA
Equal Employment Officer (EEO Compliance)
04/2011 - 07/2013
. Responded to federal, state, and local agencies in regards to charges of
unlawful discrimination and other EEO matters across 22 states.
. Created and formulated responses to the EEOC and the OFCCP in the form of
position statements and requests for information.
. Analyzed and prepared employment data, discipline records, and
investigations to ensure consistency with Norfolk Southern's EEO policy.
. Delivered management training on the EEO process and effectively handling
employee relations issues to over 1000+ managers.
. Conducted internal investigations received via direct phone call or
anonymously via the hotline in employee relations matters.
. Provided guidance/training on complex HR policies and procedures to
multiple business units in regards to ADA, Title VII and other issues.
. Assisted in crafting functional affirmative action plans for 73
facilities across 22 states.
Assistant Manager, Recruiting (Promoted)
. Responsible for managing the hiring process, job postings, and sourcing
across multiple business units.
. Managed a team of 12 internal and external recruiters that covered a 22
state territory.
. Scheduled and coordinated hiring sessions with various department hiring
managers across the organization.
. Created standardized interview guides, streamlined job descriptions, and
created session presentations for unionized positions.
. Responsible for delivering metrics and reports related to recruiting
activity.
RailAmerica (Railroad)
Jacksonville, FL
Corporate Recruiter (HR Representative)
08/2010 - 04/2011
. Covered employee relations issues for over 400+ employees in the
corporate office for leadership and non-leadership roles.
. Strategic player in the implementation of the new applicant tracking
system iCIMS; providing guidance in set-up and recruitment needs.
. Collaborated with and consulted with multiple department heads on
staffing needs, recruitment initiatives, and HR policies.
. Assisted with process improvements of HR policies and workforce planning.
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Jacksonville, FL
Corporate Recruiter (Consultant)
11/2009 - 08/2010
. Assist with the design, implementation, maintenance, and compliance of
all processes and policies related to staffing and employment.
. Accountable for sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring and on-boarding
of all applicants.
. High volume recruiting in actively recruiting for 100+ retail
requisitions weekly.
. Participated in regional meetings throughout the U.S. to support multiple
business units.
. Lead staffing projects, which included areas for process improvement.
. Responsible for driving the consistent use of the company ATS via iCIMS.
National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR)
Daytona Beach, FL
Corporate Recruiter, Workforce Planning & Staffing
12/2008 - 11/2009
. Developed and implemented comprehensive recruiting strategies to meet
each business unit's unique needs to be appropriately staffed.
. Accountable for sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring and on-boarding
of all applicants.
. Increased NASCAR's usage within the applicant tracking system
(Taleo/TeamWork Online), introduced new tools to group.
. Created job descriptions for advertisement on NASCAR's employment site,
as well as other ad agencies.
. Advertised, networked and built pipelines for talent (i.e., utilizing
social media, job boards, print ad, factoring in price/time requirements,
association relationships, school and community out-reach, referral
and/or intern programs etc.).
. Developed salary recommendations using various analysis processes.
. Created PowerPoint presentations for different HR related events for
dispersal throughout all of NASCAR.
. Managed the Internship and Diversity Internship programs.
. Maintained and updated NASCAR's employment website.
CSX Transportation (Railroad)
Jacksonville, FL
Recruiter 08/2006
- 11/2008
. Responsible for sourcing, screening, interviewing and hiring for
all union positions throughout the CSX Transportation network.
. Traveled 80% of the time, with multiple overnight stays throughout the 23
state operating territories.
. Heavy interaction with field and line management and external customers.
. Conducted large scale presentations with crowds as large as 100 people or
more.
. Maintained recruitment and selection data, facilitated assessment
testing, conducted orientations, and made selection decisions.
. Arranged all travel and events including job fairs, hiring sessions,
meeting space, lodging, air, and car rentals.
. Built relationships with field managers to ensure a viable working
relationship that enabled the selection of quality hires.
. Responsible for being knowledgeable of all union agreements and
stipulations.
. Heavy use of applicant tracking system via PeopleSoft.
University of North Florida (Career Services)
Jacksonville, FL
Job Development Coordinator
10/2004 - 08/2006
. Assisted students in connecting with employers for part-time, full-
time (non-degreed), and internship positions.
. Coordinated the annual part-time job fair which consisted of 50
different employers.
. Successfully coordinated weekly events, including information
sessions, information tables, and employer site visits.
. Conducted weekly meetings with staff assistants on weekly goals and
priorities.
. Researched and implemented new techniques in connecting employers with
students.
. Effectively communicated with employers to generate job opportunities
for UNF Students.
. Compiled and submitted annual Job Development report which yielded
improved results.
. Demonstrated attributes that enabled effective interaction with
administrators, faculty, staff, students, and colleagues in Career
Services.
. Assisted the Associate Director of Career Services with assigned
projects and research.
Recruiting Associate (Promoted)
. Assisted in handling the logistics of coordinating campus interviews
for students and employers.
. Assisted in recruiting employers as well as identifying new employers
and generated letters and other recruiting materials.
. Prepared and maintained databases relating to interview activities and
assisted with career fairs through MonsterTRAK and Excel.
. Created/edited marketing materials for employers and students
regarding campus recruiting activities and upcoming events.
. Compiled and processed data for annual report and prepared special,
periodic reports, and maintained records.
. Participated in developing programs and processes, and made
recommendations for improved efficiency and effectiveness of programs
(Continuous Quality Improvement).
. Developed, planned, coordinated, and managed assigned projects and
assisted in the preparation of publications.
. Conducted research on assigned projects and for the development of new
projects.
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