Human Resources Director with strong generalist exp
Resume:
Amy McGhee
Martinez, GA *****
*************@*****.***
Professional Experience
GA Department of Public Health October 2015 – December 2022
Augusta, GA
District Human Resources Director
Provide Human Resources management and services for 300+ employees in 13 counties with 15 County Health Department
Oversee and provide human resources functions including compensation, benefits, recruitment, transactions, operations and employee relations
Conduct full-cycle recruitment including posting position, screening and selection of candidates for interview, references, background check, on-boarding, and new hire orientation
Oversee benefit administration, including new hire benefit enrollment, open enrollment, qualifying event changes and employee advocacy as needed
Administer leave programs including annual and sick leave, as well as FMLA notification, eligibility, tracking and return to work
Initiate and monitor any Workers Compensation claims at the local level to be managed by the Third Party Administrator. Actively enforce and utilize Light Duty program.
Support and manage Performance Management. This includes implementation of new electronic performance reviews and use of SMART goals eff July 1, 2017
Offer guidance and recommendations to management staff regarding policy application and enforcement, including disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans
Investigate, respond to, and manage all complaints and grievances, both internal and from third parties such as EEOC. Consult with State DPH HR and legal departments as needed.
Ensure regulatory and policy compliance throughout the District, including review and revision of agency policy as needed
Complete transactional tasks in HRIS system for all new hires, terminations, leave status, and any other changes for each employee
Oversee and lead recruitment and onboarding for emergency staffing in response to COVID-19 pandemic demands. This included expedited direct, short-term hires, as well as sourcing and collaborating with multiple staffing areas to ensure staffing demands were met in a timely and efficient manner with well qualified staff
In collaboration with the District Nursing Director, provide guidance, enforcement and tracking of all employee and temporary staffing COVID-related contacts, diagnosis, and quarantine/isolation to mitigate risk of staff and client exposure
PotashCorp July 2013 – June 2015
Augusta, GA
Human Resources Specialist
Support Human Resources Manager, Corporate Human Resources and site management in all Human Resources policies, procedures, and initiatives for 150 employees, as well an average of approximately 350 contract employees
Perform staffing functions such as applicant sourcing, job postings, testing, resume screenings and selection, preliminary interviewing, and recommendations to HR Manager and/or hiring manager; perform background and reference checks as outlined for employment eligibility once candidate is selected
Conduct all orientations for new employee on boarding to deliver information about the company, its policies and employee benefits, as well as complete needed documentation for employment and benefit election; perform data entry into HRIS for payroll, benefits, and other HR purposes
Administer Health and Welfare plans including enrollments, terminations, and changes/updates; act as liaison between employees and corporate benefits, Third Party Administrators, and other providers to ensure employee needs are met and questions addressed within the constraints of the plan design/structure
Track/manage STD/LTD process and benefits for employees in coordination with TPA case management
Administer and track computer-based training programs and entry of other non-computer based training for record keeping; support internal and external auditors, as well as customers as needed for verification of training provided for both employees and contract employees
Track and maintain performance review records and corporate compensation plans for both salaried and hourly employees
Provide reporting as requested for both local and corporate HR purposes, as well as historical training data
Function in HR Manager role in her absence including addressing employee issues, counseling management/staff on laws and risk management on matters such as disciplinary action, equal employment opportunity, sexual harassment, and recommend possible changes where appropriate
Attend meetings as appropriate with various teams, including Staff, Tiger Team, Adapt, etc, as available to stay abreast of current business activities, issues, and needs
Manage electronic and physical bulletin board postings to ensure timely and meaningful communication to employees regarding site and/or company-wide information and updates
Act as company liaison and contact for public relations and community events, including charitable contributions, Chamber of Commerce Meetings, and other public events; coordinate or assist in coordination of events including PotashCorp Community Giving Day, United Way and Nutrients for Life Campaigns, Ronald McDonald House Plane Pull, ASL “Beat Feet” Walk, and Miracle Mile Walk
All-Safe Industrial Services, Inc. February 2009 – May 2013
Beech Island, SC
Human Resources Director (August 2009 – May 2013)
Plan, direct, and execute all human resources activities for two locations, supporting 175-400+ employees; also support sister company with two locations and 15 employees
Direct and lead subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, and employee relations; supervise and develop support team of up to 4 employees
Source, coordinate, and track the personnel and training within the organization
Administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems
Manage Workers’ Compensation Program, including on-going case management in coordination with insurance claims adjustor
Counsel and advise managers on organizational policy matters such as disciplinary action, equal employment opportunity, sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes
Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, termination of employees, and administering disciplinary procedures
Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations
Conduct investigations into complaints or concerns that allege violation of policy, laws, or statues and make unbiased recommendation for course of action to executive management team
Provide current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion and employee benefits
Identify staff vacancies in senior level positions; recruit, interview and select applicants
Serve as a liaison between management and employees by handling questions and helping resolve work-related problems
Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements
Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, and absenteeism rates.
Manage the evaluation, classification and rating of occupations and job positions
Accomplishments:
-Successfully decreased company-wide unemployment benefits by over 13% while taxable wages during the same one year period had increased 29%
-Sourced, researched, and executed change in health insurance provider in partnership with insurance broker and identified significant cost-savings by becoming partially self-insured
-Developed new policies and procedures manual to support organizational demands and changes as a result of company growth by over 250% in a three year period
Administrative Operations Director (February 2009 – August 2009)
Oversee and manage corporate administrative and accounting operations; supervise accounting staff of six
Identify deficiencies in procedures and implement solutions for improvement
Source for new vendors to provide greater reliability and cost savings for security services, I.T. services, as well as phone and internet service providers
Source for a paperless software solution and spearhead implementation, set up, and ongoing maintenance of program
Function as internal I.T. support for basic problem solving and coordinate with I.T. service provider for issues requiring greater level of expertise
Job Shop, Inc. May 2002 – February 2009
Martinez, GA
Vice President of Operations/Recruiter
Manage operations of two branch locations for direct hire, professional level placement services
Supervise 3-4 personnel consultants; train and mentor new hires
Develop and maintain business through marketing company services and candidates via phone and customer location visits, including contract negotiations
Perform outplacement services, including workshop facilitation, one on one career assessment, and composition of professional resume for each participant
Develop recruiting strategies and resources
Recruit, interview, and screen candidates for client positions
Conduct comprehensive reference checks and employment verification of candidates
Manage all billing and collections
Monitor and track applicant flow, placements, EEO statistics, billings, and revenue
Georgia Dept. of Labor July 2000 – May 2002
Augusta, GA
Employment Services Specialist
Conduct interviews with job applicants
Provide employment assistance based on assessment of job skills, work history and education of each applicant
Recruit and screen candidates for employer job listings
Develop and maintain relationships with employers in the service delivery area
Maintain knowledge of broad base of community services and resources for referrals outside of the employment field
Develop and coordinate Topstep Program (special services for ex-offenders)
Create and maintain data base of Topstep participants and employment status
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree, 2008
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA
Associate of Science Degree, 1990
Iowa Lakes Community College
Estherville, IA
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