DEB HULTZ

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December 9, 2016

RE: Human Resources Manager

Your ad called out to me because the position, as described, is a match with my skills and prior work experience.

My previous experience as Corporate Director of Human Resources with Spencer's Gifts demanded the ability

to manage a wide range of duties and responsibilities. It was my responsibility to ensure the proper alignment of

HR with the company's business strategies.

My strengths include organizational management of all Human Resource functions and the management of

compliance with rules, regulations, and corporate policies. Throughout my career, I have been at the forefront

of initiatives to continuously improve processes and contribute to the competitiveness of the organization.

I am a trusted business partner and advisor, guiding management and employee actions, formulating policies

to ensure compliance. Please review my attached resume for more details on the following qualifications:

Handled all employee relations issues for a corporate office with 300+ employees and up to 250 retail locations.

Conducted training at the corporate and field level.

Managed the implementation of benefit tracking system to approve accounting for accrued and awarded

compensatory time.

Recipient of company award tor the implementation of a new Applicant Tracking System for three lines

of business for hiring decisions for over 1,000 stores.

Served as resource for onboarding, performance management, and talent development.

Please contact me if you would like to schedule an interview or have any questions about my skills or experience or to

discuss the absolute value I can bring to the organization.

Sincerely,

Deb Hultz

704-***-****

acxyjx@r.postjobfree.com

DEB HULTZ, PHR, CP-SHRM

acxyjx@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Certified Human Resources Professional ensuring the alignment of HR with business strategies. Recognized expert

and leader in the HR field, contributing to the competitiveness of the organization. Expertise in implementing new HR

processes including ATS and benefit tracking systems. Identify the compliance issues pertaining to employment law.

Understand and implement hiring guidelines, practices, strategies, and issues. Take initiative to develop company-wide

competencies. Support management by providing advice and counsel. Guide management and employee actions by

researching, developing, and writing or updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines.

Key Skills

Employment Law HR Compliance Programs

Employee Handbook Development Employee Retention

HR Policy Development Retail Store Management

Organization Records Compliance and Retention

HRIS Applications Coaching and Training

Benefit Administration Wage and Hour Compliance

Operational Budgets Employee Relations

Performance Management Family & Medical Leave Act Compliance

HR Audits Hiring and Recruiting

Sourcing Event Management

Career Highlights

Project leader for benefit tracking system improving accounting for accrued and awarded times for different

classifications and rates.

Recipient of the annual "Scrappy Award" for leading the implementation of the Applicant Tracking System for

three lines of business including 1,000+ retail stores

Created a new Spencer Gifts Intern Program hosting 15 interns per year.

Experience

Director of HR - Compliance 07/2014 to 04/2016

Spencer Gifts Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Ensured that the organization and its employees were aware of regulatory and company policy requirements

governing HR practices.

Provided management with ban the box guidelines prompting hiring practices that consider qualifications

above prior criminal records by removing conviction history from job applications.

Maintained library of current / pending laws and regulations governing human resources practices.

Conducted regular audits to document compliance of HR processes with legislative requirements.

Tracked and reported on recruitment acquisition statistics.

Maintained records and overall integrity of employee record filing systems ensuring privacy and confidentiality

standards were met.

Director of HR - Corporate 02/2009 to 07/2014

Spencer Gifts Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Led recruitment, training, employee relations, retention, succession planning for 300 corporate office

associates.

Drove the strategy for organizational and talent development, and performance management.

Established strong partnerships within the company's growing organization to facilitate operational solutions

as

well as ensure compliance.

Maintained direct accountability to the overall growth strategy including big-picture organizational design,

employee engagement and culture.

Served as resource in all aspects of organizational effectiveness, including on-boarding, performance

management, compensation strategies, and leadership coaching.

Helped build a human capital plan that supported successful growth, enabling increase in headcount by more

than 100 associates in five years.

Senior HR Regional Manager 03/2000 to 02/2009

Spencer Gifts Charlotte, NC

Provides guidance and training on talent management strategy including individual development, coaching,

and

performance management.

Functioned as a business partner to field leadership as they implemented their region strategy.

Provided input into the development of Human Resource policies, systems and processes as they related to

Spencer Gifts stores.

Proposed talent strategy to support the company and region strategic initiatives.

Partnered with field leadership and legal counsel on EEOC, complaints, unemployment claims, and other

workplace related issues.

Helped build a culture that supported and valued store teams and individual associates.

Supported field leadership and talent acquisition team in implementing recruiting and networking strategies.

Store Manager Area Manager District Sales Manager Retail Field Auditor

Spencer Gifts MO, WA, CA, NC

Recruited and trained staff in merchandising techniques and instilled a successful sales culture.

Supervised up to 17 retail specialty stores in five states.

Performed operational audits for stores located in the U.S., Canada, and Great Britain.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Business Administration

Truman State University Kirksville, MO

Concentration in Management and Human Resources.

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