Human Resources Management

Paul J. Magada

HR Professional -- Northeast Ohio/Western Pennsylvania area -- 330-***-**** -- ********@*****.*** SUMMARY

With 20+ years of experience in Human Resources and retail/restaurant management, I am much more than HR; I am a business partner with strong leadership skills and business acumen. I understand the details of a profit and loss statement and the importance of managing a budget while maintaining strong employee relations and compliance’s. I thrive on new challenges, am adept at selling and facilitating change. I am able to provide a full spectrum of HR services to support the management and administration of projects and programs, including but not limited to, employee relations, payroll, talent acquisition and management, benefits administration, leave administration, on-boarding, garnishments/liens and more. I am well respected by peers, superiors and subordinates. I am experienced and confident working with all levels of management to suggest and institute changes in process. I am able to work in a fast- paced environment, am team oriented, have strong communication (verbal and written) skills with the ability to self-motivate, handle multiple tasks, meet established targets, and work within critical milestones. EMPLOYMENT

Self-Employed November 2015 - Present HR Consultant Youngstown Ohio Area Providing full scope HR services and Consulting on an hourly or project basis to local clientele. Helping enterprises address human resource management tasks and decisions, while assisting with strategically integrating effective HR processes, programs and practices into their daily operations. Maximize the client's performance related to human resources by introducing "best practice" products or services as well as to provide periodic feedback to clients regarding their performance related to annual management objectives.

* Employee Handbooks * Policy Updates * FMLA * ADA * Benefits Administration * COBRA * Payroll *

* Recruiting * Job Descriptions * Compliance * FLSA * Employee Performance Reviews * On-Boarding * Globo (Formerly Notify Technology Corporation) 2008 - 2015 Director of Human Resources Palo Alto, CA, Canfield, OH, Pittsburgh, PA Globo/Notify Technology was a software development company with 120+ employees and offices in California, Ohio and Pittsburgh, PA as well as remote employees. As the Director of Human Resources, I accomplished implementation of many HR processes through organization, attention to detail, drive, determination and teamwork. I handled a high volume of projects. Among my many accomplishments are:

Significantly reduced turnover by establishing and maintaining positive, effective employee relations;

Provided guidance and advice to managers, supervisors, and other employees on HR-related issues and policies and procedures;

Seven plus years’ experience with ADP Workforce Now, Payroll, Time & Attendance and HRIS services in a multi- state environment;

Implemented full scope talent acquisition and management efforts (from initial sourcing, screening and testing, to offer acceptance, onboarding and new hire orientation) for all positions;

Partnering with mangers to develop employee recognition and appreciation initiatives under budget;

Enhanced the employee performance review process by tracking reviews, implementing employee surveys, developing tools and training;

Supported and recommended continuous improvement of HR processes to enhance the company’s reputation;

Provided subject matter expertise to employees, managers and C-Level executives on HR-related issues by answering questions, interpreting and administering policies, and assisting to resolve work-related problems;

Maintained employee records in a manner that is compliant with regulatory bodies and consistent with organizational standards. Assured compliance with all federal/state mandated postings in multi-state jurisdictions;

Assured the company’s benefits offerings were competitive in the marketplace while keeping them under budget.

Developed and coordinated an open enrollment process for employees;

Developed/maintained management training initiatives, including California anti-harassment training;

Maintained and updated the employee handbook by keeping all the policies up-to-date and compliant;

Developed and assured Company safety programs were maintained and followed;

Recruited and hired foreign nationals in professional positions using CPT, OPT, and H-1B, L-1 and J-1 Visa’s. Manager 2005 - 2008

Home Depot Multiple locations

I performed management tasks in various departments including employee performance management, cost control, ordering, merchandising and customer service. I also had responsibility for operations of the entire store including people management, inventory, sales and profits.

Assistant Director / Human Resources 1994 - 2005

Flying High, Inc. Austintown, OH

Flying High Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping youth achieve their potential through various programs. I assisted the director with the various programs and initiatives. I was also responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and on boarding new hires. I also completed employee evaluations, was responsible for payroll, and all Human Resources within Flying High.

Implemented full scope recruitment efforts (from initial sourcing, screening and testing, to offer acceptance, onboarding and new hire orientation) for all positions.

Responsible for Payroll, payroll taxes and all HR functions.

Assisted with grant submissions

Assisted with the development of youth programs designed to give youth a sense of purpose through organized amateur sports events.

Was integral in the development of the Right to Learn Center. A center designed to help children who are struggling in their core subjects.

Was responsible for all areas of Human Resources. District Manager 9 Years

Spence Management Services Warren, OH

I managed the overall operation of nine Burger King Restaurants, with gross revenues of $1,000,000 + each, in the Northeast Ohio market. Prior to this successfully coordinated the opening of two restaurants as a store manager; each store had a staff of 100+ employees. Duties included operations, hiring and on boarding of Managers and employees, and responsibility for the financial success of each restaurant. CORE COMPETENCIES

Active Listening I Administration I Analytical Thinking I Approachability I Compensation I Impact and Influence Interpersonal Skills I Integrity and Trust I Labor Relations I Leadership I Organizational Management I Persuasive I Excellent Inter-Personal Communication Skills I Recruitment and Selection I Scheduling I Tact and Diplomacy Training and Development I Work as Team Player I Presentation Skills EDUCATION

EEOC Training Institute 2011

Attended training programs to understand, prevent and correct discrimination in the workplace Youngstown State University 4 Years

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration

Military Police Training School 9 Years

Ohio Army National Guard, Honorable Discharge

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