Renee Switalski, J.D., pHR
**** *. *** ****** *** Lake Rd, Holly, MI 48442 248-***-**** **************@*****.***
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
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More than 17 years of progressive responsibility in Leadership and Human Resources with a broad-
base of experience spanning across multiple industries. A proven track record of success working
effectively with team members and leaders across all levels of an organization to further company
vision and champion policy and change. Areas of expertise: HR Management, compliance,
leadership development, contract negotiation, training and development, organizational
development, payroll administration, compensation and benefits, labor and employment law,
alternative dispute resolution, staffing/recruiting, team building, employee relations.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Regional Medical Imaging, P.C. 2014-2015
Human Resources Manager/Chief Privacy Officer
Manage all aspects of Human Resources and Compliance including FLSA, ADA, EEO, ACA and
HIPAA, HR strategy, budget, benefits design and administration, employee relations, contract
negotiation, leadership development, staffing and recruiting, and payroll; served as a member of the
Executive Board of Directors.
Created salary/compensation plan and was successful in keeping payroll within budget;
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Launched leadership development program for both managers and employees which
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increased accountability, employee empowerment, continuing education, and change
acceptance;
Maximized department efficiency using a workforce planning model resulting in an increase
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in profits.
Quicken Loans 2012-2014
Leadership Coach/HR Generalist
Serve as an advisor for business leaders and team members on all matters involving staffing,
leadership, training and development, organizational development, and change management;
Design and team building and leadership training; Manage all aspects of learning and development
for assigned companies and business units.
Contributed to the growth of the leadership development program by designing a cutting
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edge hands-on culmination project for 1st level leaders;
Developed high-potential team members through coaching, training, and mentoring which
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allowed them to step into leadership positions without a learning curve and thrive as leaders;
Advised the program architect for a 2nd level leadership program on matters regarding
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staffing, employment law, and employee relations;
Washtenaw Community College – Workforce Development Program 2012-2013
Contract Trainer – Human Resources
Consult with and provide training for business professionals in the area of Human Resources;
Design, develop, and implement conflict management training and mediation to business
professionals.
Created and facilitated a well-received conflict management and mediation training program
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for University of Michigan professional staff.
Base Camp Challenge Center, Genesee Area Skill Center
Leadership Development Facilitator 2006-2009, 2012
Created and led training programs/workshops for staff members in areas such as leadership
development, teambuilding (effective communication, trust, and creative problem solving), and
facilitative skills.
• Designed and implemented new procedure manual (including job descriptions and duties) to
help reduce costs, maintain building effectiveness, and streamline current policies;
• Successfully created and continually updated organizational structure, pricing, and staff
policies/procedures to conform to current employment laws and guarantee profitability;
• Continually assessed and redesigned Base Camp programming to meet and exceed Michigan
Department of Education standards;
Midwest Business Education
Owner/Trainer/Consultant 2005-2006
Provided assessment, consultation, and training in the areas of management development, change
management, staff development, leadership, team building, organization, front office solutions, and
business development to small and medium sized businesses.
• Efficiently managed all aspects of home-based business including cash flow and expenses,
sales, marketing, and establishment of budgets.
EDUCATION
University of Detroit Mercy, School of Law
Juris Doctorate
Central Michigan University
Graduate Certificate – Human Resources Administration
Focus: Organizational Development, Labor and Employment Law
Baker College
Bachelor of Business Administration
Focus: Leadership and Management
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Community Resolution Center – Flint
Volunteer Mediator 2011-present
State of Michigan certified mediator;
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AYSO Region 823
Board Member, Turf-tots (U5) Coordinator, Coach 2014-present