Human Resources Director

Profile

A Human Resources management professional with more than 10 years of experience revolutionizing Human Resources operations for both non-profit and for-profit organizations using demonstrated proficiency in program management, performance management, employee recruitment and retention, contract negotiations, benefit administration including pension administration, and strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Dynamic leader facilitating organizational development as a stabilizing force capably navigating major changes ranging from rapid growth to workforce reduction. In addition, I am an HR professional with experience as a trusted and knowledgeable advisor to organizational leaders. I have been entrusted to handle matters that require confidentiality and discretion.

Experience

CONTRACT DIRECTOR OF HR, LAWSON LAW GROUP; SOUTH HOLLAND, IL. - JANUARY 2016–PRESENT

Responsible for strategic planning.

Responsible for gathering data on the implementation of benefit package.

HRIS research and implementation.

Recruiting top-notch staff

Catalyst in cultivating a corporate structure of professionalism

Reviewing and re-structuring all personnel procedures and documentation.

Overseeing payroll administration.

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES, SECURATEX; CHICAGO, IL -AUGUST 2015–NOVEMBER 2015

Organized and set-up a functioning HR and Training department and served as a Change Agent.

Oversaw HR functions for multiple states and performed full cycle recruitment increasing recruitment by 30%. Also, performed exit interviews to increase retention.

Member of Executive Management and Board who advised and provided recommendation to CEO, COO, VP on Federal compliance and other areas.

Created a benefit administration process that was compliant with ACA.

Put together performance evaluation tool for employees.

Reviewed and made recommendations for improving the company’s policies, and procedures, and practices on personnel matters.

Responsible for company compliance with federal and state regulations pertaining to all personnel matters.

Performed employee investigations.

Filed work comp claims and maintain OSHA records.

Performed financial calculations for daily wires.

CONTRACT HR MANAGER, LAWSON LAW GROUP; SOUTH HOLLAND, IL MAY 2015– AUGUST 2015

Key advisor to management providing recommendation business strategies and other major areas.

Full cycle recruitment ensuring no vacancies.

Created evaluation tools.

Managed and oversaw payroll.

Performed employee relations and investigations.

Created an employee handbook.

MARYVILLE ACADEMY; DES PLAINES, IL OCTOBER 2005- MAY 2015 (THE FOLLOWING CONTAINS HISTORY OF HR JOBS HELD AT MARYVILLE ACADEMY):

Benefits Manager, Maryville Academy; Des Plaines, IL- September 2013- May 2015

Administered benefit programs including medical, dental, life, vision, FSA, 403(b), LTD, EAP, tuition reimbursement, and COBRA to more than 500 employees.

Full pension administration for retirees including monthly benefit calculations with approximately 1000 retirees and upcoming retirees.

Coordinated the operation of benefits with internal and external business partners including IT, payroll, finance, vendors and consultants increasing efficiency by 60%.

Prepared and analyzed financial data related to benefit program operations and provided suggestions and recommendations to administration regarding improvements.

Managed relationships and the exchange of information with insurance carriers and external brokers and consultants for claim and utilization data, enrollment information and renewals.

Coordinated programming and preparation of all vendor feeds to ensure accuracy for plan enrollment, billing, and record keeping.

Completed and filed applicable state and federal reports on employment and benefit plans.

Performed financial calculations and reports for payroll and administration on monthly and bi-weekly basis.

Worked closely with CFO and COO on financial operations.

Headed the Safety Committee and put on annual Wellness Fairs.

Evaluated and analyzed compensation structures through benchmarking.

HR Manager, Maryville Behavioral Health Hospital; Des Plaines, IL- June 2012-September 2013

Sole HR personnel onsite and responsible for driving HR functions for about 250 employees.

Advised administrative team on developing regulatory requirements and made assessment of implication of such regulations.

Facilitated the employment process and acquisition of personnel. Directed the organization’s recruitment and assisted in marketing efforts. Helped to create alternative means of recruiting staff that encompassed workforce development and diversity.

Performed full recruitment cycle reducing turnover by 30%.

New Employee Orientation twice a month with approximately 40 employees per month.

Ensures that all Accreditation and Licensing Regulations are complied with and enforced resulting in accreditation.

Approved leaves of absences for personal, FMLA, and ADA leaves in accordance with state and federal standards.

Developed and maintained collaborative working relationships among hospital management and employees.

Trusted to perform background checks and handle highly confidential information.

Created and compiled data from employee surveys for analyzing.

Conducted salary surveys to ensure competitiveness in the field.

Put on workshops and provided resources on cultural diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Human Resources Manager, Maryville Academy; Des Plaines, IL-October 2008-June 2012

Maintained the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions throughout the landscape of the organization.

Maintained organization of staff by establishing a recruiting, testing, and interviewing program. Counseled managers on candidate selection; conducting and analyzing exit interviews and recommended changes. Increased retention by 25%.

Ensured planning, monitoring, and appraisal of employee work result by training managers to coach and discipline employees; scheduling management conferences with employees; hearing and resolving employee grievances; counseling employees and supervisors.

Ensured legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements; maintaining records; representing the organization at hearings.

Prepared cases for legal counsel and testified in labor cases and disputes in front of judges and arbitrators.

Supervised 3 HR Coordinators who were responsible for daily HR functions such as benefit administration payroll.

Created and implemented an HR internship program where I supervised the interns.

Assisted in the design and implementation of HRIS software and Recruitment software. Served as one of the system administrators for both systems.

Responsible for entire HR Department in the absence of HR Director

Planned and maintained HR Department budget along with Director of HR.

Managed and maintained all personnel and employee relation issues for our non-profit school. Also conducted background checks with the state and through the Adam Walsh agreement and Teacher Licensure and Credentialing.

Reviewed and updated employee handbook.

Human Resources Generalist, Maryville Academy; Des Plaines, IL- October 2005 – October 2008

Performed full cycle recruitment for the entire organization in a high turnover industry with an employee base of 1400.

Performed worker’s compensation for the entire organization and reduced costs by 20%.

Assisted in creation of the employee handbook.

Advised management on employee discipline.

Conducted new employee orientation.

Conducted employee investigations

Education

Dominican University, River Forest, IL – MBA in Finance

Dominican University, River Forest, IL - Master of Science in Organizational Leadership

Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL – Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications

Techincal Skills

ADP (employee database, reports, time and attendance system, and payroll), Microsoft Office Professional Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Prezi, Lotus Notes, Access, and R Tool

References

Available upon request.

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