Management Human Resources
Resume:
Sonya Alicia Gaither
Fairfax, VA 22033 US
Mobile: 571-***-****
Evening Phone: 703-***-****
Email: *****.*******@*****.***
Availability:
Job Type: Permanent, Term, Telework
Work Schedule: Full-Time
Work Experience
DHS-Transportation Security Administration
701 South 12th street
Arlington, VA 20598 United States
Collective Bargaining Team Member 7/2015 – Present
Serve as a key advisor to Chief Negotiator during TSA’s bargaining sessions with AFGE for National Contract.
Provide strategic guidance, training and support to TSA’s National Collective Bargaining Team members.
Oversee selection process for securing “contract support services” to assist with enforcing TSA’s unique labor construct frame work, assisting bargaining team, developing Agency communication plan and developing cost analysis related to collective bargaining for TSA’s management.
Responsible for developing bargain proposals for TSA’s bargaining team and leading negotiatings for specific article provisions of Collective Bargaining Agreement, representing over 46,000 bargaining unit employees.
Lead CBA prep sessions and provide team members with analysis of OHC policy and labor contract interpretation.
Leading settlement discussion with AFGE during negotiations.
Acting Deputy Director 6/2014 – 6/2015
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Manage and oversee daily operations of the Labor Management Relations in OHC, including the workflow, assignment of staff, coaching/counseling, performance evaluations and daily supervision of staff.
Provide complex strategic guidance, advice and interpretation as a subject matter expert to LMR staff, executive senior leadership, Federal Security Directors and field managers, HQ program offices and other internal/external stakeholders regarding administering and complying with Administrator Pistole's Determination, policies with nexus to labor relations, and CBA compliance.
Prepare and present TSA’s position at third party hearings.
Prepared responses for congressional inquiries.
Develop and implement complex comprehensive labor relations policies, interim guidance and strategies for TSA.
Develop and facilitate labor relations training programs for TSA managers and HQ staff.
Act as TSA Liaison when communicating and resolving labor issues with AFGE officials/representatives.
Oversee efforts involving preparing material and leading presentations during Labor Management Quarterly meetings at TSA HQ and monthly video conference calls with AFGE.
Represent TSA at third party hearing disputes, including EEO, Arbitrations and Mediations.
Oversee LMR team efforts and collaborate with NRC, OCC and OSO Senior Reviewing Officials with the resolution of grievances /disputes.
Lead Integrated Project Teams (IPT) as Subject Matter Experts and responsible for administering the CBA and developing strategic communication plans.
Approve LMR written communication guidance and resource tools for Federal Security Directors, field managers and internal/external stakeholders.
Provide guidance and advice as the subject matter expert to analyze trends and metrics for TSA’s Labor Relations program and identify organizational impact.
Attend and prepare high level briefings for meetings with TSA’s Administrator, Assistant Administrators, Senior leadership and HQ program offices as Director's representative.
Review department’s budget, staffing allocations and provide recommendations for reducing expenditures and improving office standard operational processes.
Conduct and oversee internal hostile workplace and harassment investigations, in collaboration with Legal, ER and Civil Liberties Division.
Advisor to TSA’s Diversity Committee. Responsible for coordinating and overseeing annual sponsors, events and program expenditures.
Advisor to TSA’s National Diversity Council.
Function as the LMR Director when required. Preforming weekly functions for part-time (interim Director).
Senior Human Resources Specialist 12/2011-06/2014
Supervisor: Carol Fernandez 571-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Assisted in developing, planning, and implementing new labor management relations initiatives with broad strategic impact on key TSA programs and activities.
Assisted in developing broad strategies to implement the TSA Administrator's Decision Memorandum for the operation of TSA's Labor Relations Program nationwide.
Serving as an expert resource for OSO, OHC and TSA senior executive leadership on highly complex national labor management processes, procedures, policies, and requirements.
Developed and implemented effective labor management programs and initiatives to meet key OSO, OHC and TSA objectives.
Establishing cooperative relations and building partnerships with labor organizations to ensure broad operational goals and objectives are being met.
Serving as a technical authority on highly complex interest based negotiation and problem solving methodologies in resolving a wide range of technical issues.
Provide technical assistance to the agency representatives and represent TSA before third party neutrals and providing appropriate written recommendations to resolve the issues which potentially may have broad impact and precedent-setting implications.
Prepare and disseminate written guidance related to labor relations issues and contract administration to senior leadership and field management.
Develop and deploy labor relations and collective bargaining agreement training to senior leadership and field management.
Serve as agency liaison when communicating with union officials.
Serve in the role of acting manager when designated.
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA United States 11/2010 – 7/2011
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Director of Employee Labor Relations
Supervisor: Stacy Vahey 215-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Responsible for overseeing and managing Employee/Labor Relations for Temple University Hospital Health Systems (TUHS) consisting of four campuses.
Supervise a team of six which includes two Managers of Labor Relations and four Employee/Labor Relations Specialists.
Provide direction and expertise required when administering interpretation of five collective bargaining agreements, TUHS policy and procedures, Federal and State employment/ labor regulations.
Served in the capacity of Senior Hearing official for grievances for union/non-union staff members involving complex workplace issues, misconduct issues and contract violations. Prepare written grievance responses.
Represent TUHS in all administration of labor agreements, arbitration proceedings, mediations, unemployment hearings, presentation of cases to the labor relations board and all other outside employee/labor related matters.
Act as chief negotiator at contract negotiation disputes. Assist the VP of Human Resources in developing and creating a strategy for implementation of employee/labor relation policies and procedures.
Provide direction and training to employee/labor relation staff and Sr. Management in handling grievances, disciplinary matters, and ensuring consistency throughout the organization.
Supervise internal investigations related to workplace harassment, hostile work environment, FMLA, ADA and discrimination issues. Organize and implement diversity and employee engagement programs.
Responsible for the hospital’s compliance with Federal and State legislation pertaining to all employee relations matters.
Responsible for responding to EEO complaints, preparing and submitting position statements and managing EEO compliance and reporting requirements.
Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC 04/2000 -10/2010
Director of Employee Labor Relations
Supervisor: Shirley Douglas 703-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Responsible for overseeing and managing Employee/Labor Relations and Affirmative Action Program.
Develop, update and revise Employee Relations/AAP policies and procedures.
Supervised a staff of six (6) Human Resources Generalist and two Employee/Labor Relations specialist.
Advise senior leadership and hospital Managers concerning interpretation of personnel policies; provide guidance and direction on complex work related issues, CBA and mediate labor disputes with employees and Union Representatives.
Work with General Counsel to identify legal issues in the work place and resolve within guidelines of the law; Represent Hospital at contract Negotiations, Arbitrations, Mediations and EEO hearings.
Oversee grievance procedures for union and non-union employees, conducted grievance hearings as the senior hearing officer prepared written grievance responses involving complex matters.
Oversee and approve Hospital Staff reduction projects.
Consult with Compensation and Benefits Managers on various projects.
Partner with Georgetown University to develop Management Training and Organizational development programs.
Conduct investigations and implement written recommendations to resolve sexual harassment, discrimination complaints and workplace violence incidents.
Responsible for responding to EEO complaints, preparing and submitting position statements and managing EEO compliance, preparing and submitting position statements and maintaining and update statistical /analysis data for all EEO reports.
Work closely with Manager of Recruitment to direct and implement programs geared to identify and reflect diversity among the applicant pool and facilitate the employment of underrepresented minority persons/women.
Responsible for overseeing Employee Service Awards Program.
Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
New York, NY United States 04/1998 – 04/2000
Manager of Employee Relations
Supervisor: Jeanette Hicks 212-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Employed in Human Resource Department- Responsible for negotiating aspects of Labor Agreements.
Supervised staff of eight.
Conduct and resolve employee/labor relations problems through grievance process. Provide written grievance responses involving complex workplace issues.
Develop and revise Employee/Labor Relations policies and procedures.
Investigate and prepare reports involving Sexual Harassment and Discrimination cases.
Represent Hospital at various governmental agencies, administrative hearings, mediations and arbitrations.
Counsel and advised Department Heads and Managers concerning employee/labor related personnel issues.
Advise Management and consult with Compensation Unit when revising departmental job descriptions and upgrading salary structures.
Advise management personnel and assist in redesigning departments and establishing training programs for re-engineering employee skills.
Design and conduct in-house Management training in employee/labor relations and Organizational Development.
Education:
NYU New York, NY United States
Master's Degree 12/1993
GPA: 3.8 of a maximum 4.0
Credits Earned: 36 Semester hours
Major: Political Science Minor: Communications
SUNY-Albany Albany, NY United States
Bachelor's Degree 05/1989
Credits Earned: 126 Semester hours
Major: Communications
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Affiliations:
SHRM – Member
References:
Name
Employer
Title
Phone
Lauren Rowinski GUH
VP, General Council
Kerry Richard GUH
Associate General Council
Mendelson McClain DHS - TSA
Labor Counsel
Pamela Teufel Temple University
VP of Human Resources
215-***-**** Indicates professional reference
Additional
Advance certification in Employee Relations, SPHR candidate
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