Human Resources Manager

Norma Jean Birt-Brown

*** ******* ***** ******, ** 30680

*************@**********.*** 770-***-****

Human Resources Management Professional

IPMA, CP - International Personnel Management Association of Certified Nationwide Personnel Directors

Accomplished, dedicated Human Resources Management Professional with extensive experience in Human Resources leadership roles requiring the ability to launch and drive HR innovation and initiatives in alignment with the corporate mission. Energetic and collaborative leader with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and organizations during growth periods requiring the implementation of new programs. Excel at creating a positive work environment based on employee performance, engagement and retention. Recognized for coaching and developing managers, fostering solid relationships and building networks as a business leader.

Highlights of Expertise

Human Resource Administration

Regulatory Compliance Administration

Staff Development Program Leadership

Full Lifecycle Project Management

Organizational Effectiveness

Strategic Workforce Planning

Cross-Functional Teamwork & Training

Corporate Communications

Written & Oral Communications

Outsourcing & Network Management

Career Summary

Aircrane, Inc., Winder, GA

Provided comprehensive Human Resources leadership, which included oversight of all HR functions, benefits, retirement plans, performance evaluations, and record retention.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST/RISK SAFETY MANAGER (2012 to 2015)

Played an integral role in the growth and administration of an Aerial Crane Services business, overseeing comprehensive HR functions and performing inventory management.

Designed and delivered on-the-job training to cross-functional employees, which included OSHA and Risk Management training throughout helicopter lifts.

Barrow County Government, Winder, GA

Spearheaded all aspects of Human Resources functions for an organization consisting of more than 500 employees throughout the county.

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES (2005 to 2011)

Directed recruitment, staffing, performance reviews, policy implementation, compensation and benefit administration, records management, retention law, and records maintenance.

Enabled county to avoid legal proceedings by protecting confidential information through renovation of internal filing system that had not been updated in 50 years.

Saved hundreds of hours of administrative time and thousands of dollars in HIPA fines through implementation of an automated filing and organizational process.

Introduced cross-functional GAP training courses, which directly led to improved compensation levels, stronger tax base, and more qualified labor pool.

BARROW COUNTY COMMISSIONER – DISTRICT 4 (2002 to 2005)

Established countywide policies and procedures that impacted 79k constituents, and introduced new Unified Development Codes focused on residential and commercial construction.

Represented the district at all state legislative meetings with a potential local impact.

Served as an active member of the Chamber of Commerce Board.

Additional Experience

General Manager/Human Resources Manager (1997-2002) VP Machine Tools, Norcross, GA

General Manager (1993-1997) Ziegler Tools & Doall South Atlantic, Atlanta, GA

Inside & Outside Sales (1987-1993) Bridgeport Machines and Sales, Norcross, GA

Education & Credentials

Advanced Human Resources Coursework

Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA

Professional Certifications

Certificate of Completion, Dept. of Industrial Education, Georgia Institute of Technology

International Personnel Management Association of Certified Nationwide Personnel Directors

Certified Human Resources Manager, University of Georgia

Certificate of Completion, Dale Carnegie for Inside Sales & Management

Professional Affiliations

SHRM, IPMA, GLGPA, Relay for Life, Barrow County Summit

Special Distinctions & Honors

Carnegie Student of Program Award

Who’s Who Among Volunteers in Community Award

Economic & Development Certification & Award for Best Presentation, State of Georgia

Community Leadership

Georgia Local Government Personnel Association, GA

PRESIDENT (2009 to 2010)

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