Danny Griffin

480-***-****

ad47vi@r.postjobfree.com

Qualifications Summary

Exercises independent judgement and initiative while interpreting and making decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies.

Expertise in recruitment/retention, employee relations, benefits administration, safety, training, strategic planning, and, employment law.

Professional Experience

Human Resources Senior Analyst Employee Relations

City of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ March 2023 – present

Parks and Recreation Department, (600 employees)

Maintain working relationships with department heads, city officials and other city employees and the public.

Interprets and explains federal laws, personnel rules, and administrative regulations to supervisor and employees.

Investigates violations of company policies and provide recommendation for resolution through written format.

Represents the department in at human resources related hearings, investigations, and formal committee meetings.

Supervise the in house department recruiter who managers upwards of department 600 roles.

Advise supervisors and manager on a variety of human resources policies and functions.

Advises supervisors of policies and procedures that cover work related industrial injuries.

Assist in the development and training of employees on new policies and procedures.

Servers as a liaison to the Finance Department regarding payroll processing.

Managed the hiring process to ensure consistency across departments.

Serves on interview panels and advises interview panels.

Responds to subpoenas and public record requests.

Human Resources Generalist (Contractor Part Times)

Valleywise Community Health Center, Phoenix, AZ January 2023 – May 2023

A comprehensive healthcare system with locations throughout the Phoenix Valley, serving Maricopa County (800 employees).

Conducted exit interviews and documented results for senior executives.

Assisted with transactional aspects of human resources – processing forms.

Answering questions and/or directed team members to the appropriate party.

Human Resources Director

United Beauty Supply Hair and Wigs, Phoenix, AZ March 2022 – October 2022

Locally owned Beauty Supply company with 5 locations in the valley since 1998 (65 employee)

Supported the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems.

Provided guidance and input on business unite restructures workforce planning and succession planning.

Worked closely with leadership to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.

Analyzed trends in partnership with the People Operations leaders to develop solutions, programs and policies.

Developed organizational strategies by identifying and researching human resource issues.

Trained, coached, and supported managers in evaluations, trainings, promotions, disciplines, terminations.

Managed the hiring process to ensure consistency across departments.

Provided mentorship and coaching to supervisors and managers.

Recruited for open leadership and hourly positions.

Professional Experience

HR Generalist/HRBP

Peckham Inc, Phoenix, AZ September 2021 – March 2022

Nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization, provides job training opportunities for persons with significant disabilities (400 employees)

Consulted on benefit inquiries and insurance plans.

Supported employee relations investigations and complaints.

Served as a subject matter expert on company policies and Arizona employment practices.

Initiate and monitor Leave of Absence requests including FMLA, personal leaves, and ADA.

Assist in investigations and answer EEOC, and other legal or investigative concerns.

Supported Talent Acquisition and staff hiring for all positions.

Supported human resources team and corporate initiatives.

Complete verifications and reference checks for Department of State inquiries.

Talent Connector - (Contractor)

Accenture – Phoenix, AZ June 2021 – August 2021

Global services and consulting company offering strategy, consulting, digital technology and operation services (300 employee)

Talent Connectors are deeply familiar with all open recruitment roles in their business area.

Connect with project executives to understand their skill needs, timing and to advise on their decisions.

May screen internal resumes to find suitable candidates to match demand.

Run reports to help ensure high quality demand data and accuracy of all assignments.

Monitor key staffing metrics and collaborate with our team to address gaps.

Human Resources Generalist – (Contractor)

Freshly Distribution Center, Phoenix, AZ November 2020 – January 10, 2021

A weekly subscription meal service that delivers fresh meals developed by chefs and nutritionists. (200 employees)

Contact for Distribution Center temporary team members.

Assisted with recording time and attendance for temporary employees.

Recorded and documented any incidents relating to temporary employees.

Assisted Operation Coordinators with the orderly operation of the shift and programing.

Ensured temporary employees adhered to new COVID -19 guidelines while working.

Human Resources Assistant - (Contractor)

CASE Action Fund AZ, Phoenix, AZ September 2020 - November 2020

Economic justice organization dedicated to improving the lives of Arizona's working families through advocacy. (400 employee)

Assisted human resources team with onboarding process of newly hired employees.

Ensured all new hire paperwork was submitted on a timely basis for payroll vendor.

Audited files, verified documents were complete, and followed up with employees for needed documents.

Answered questions relating to the hiring process, including document completion, orientation, and training.

Performed administrative duties: scheduling, entering data and maintaining files for the Human Resources department.

Human Resources RIF Coordinator (Contractor – COVID-19 Impacted)

MUFG/Union Bank, Phoenix, AZ February 2020 - March 2020

Full-service bank with 398 branches in the western region (500 employees)

Assessed organizational needs and the business justification for a reduction in force decisions.

Assisted the business and Business Partner with planning and managing a complex reduction in force.

Evaluated employee job skills to ensure positions were correctly identified.

Ensured employee notices were properly prepared and signed off by department leadership.

Administered communication plan providing staff with timely information for Reduction in Force project.

Human Resources Consultant/Generalist 3 (Contractor)

Boeing, Mesa, AZ February 2019 - October 2019

Multinational Aerospace Company (4,000 Mesa employees)

Supported global implementation of Workday HRIS system for the west coast division.

Advised managers through Workday HRIS implementation and served as subject matter expert.

Conducted compensation analysis for new hires and, internal promotions.

Making salary recommendations based upon market research and company pay philosophies.

Provided sound guidance on hiring policies, intern program, and temporary manager assignments.

Assured transfers, promotions, general movement, and retention of talent were in accordance with company policies.

Supported and advised managers in the leadership selection process during management-level interviews.

Human Resources Business Partner

Zenefits - Tempe, AZ October 2017 - August 2018

Integrated Human Resources Software Company (140 employees)

Strategic partner provided coaching consultation advising on employee relations and performance concerns.

Worked cross-functionally to support retention initiatives, employee engagement, and organizational changes.

Identified high potential employees, mentorship candidates, in support of succession planning.

Promoted human resources initiatives and change management decisions across different departments.

Evaluated operational policies and procedures to ensure support of local operational needs.

Created monthly site recognition meetings to acknowledge department and employee work achievements.

Prepared salary recommendations in accordance with the company compensation strategy.

Partnered with corporate to administer and explain leaves of absence, worker’s compensation, and benefits.

Conducted exit interviews and reviewed data to provide feedback on employee engagement and retention.

Human Resources Business Partner (Contractor)

Computershare - Tempe, AZ May 2017 - October 2017

Specialized Loan Servicing Call Center (350 employees)

Advised business with leaders, managers, and employees regarding human resources policies and procedures.

Worked proactively with leaders to provide requested employee data.

Collaborated with managers on employee training and consulted on employee relations.

Exhibited objectivity and openness to others while giving feedback and counsel.

Managed Leave of Absence Program with an outside vendor.

Human Resources Business Partner

Matrix Absence Management - Phoenix, AZ August 2016 - December 2016

Leave of Absence Call Center (400 employees, 6 locations)

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and implement solutions to a wide range of employee-related matters.

Advocated for employees and ensured decisions and processes were within legal regulations.

Conducted investigations and consulted with leadership to advise and help resolve employee relations issues.

Reviewed all performance corrective actions prior to delivery.

Partnered with talent acquisition to rewrite job descriptions, fill openings, leading to an improved hiring process.

Interviewed internal applicants for management-level positions during growth of the business

Senior Human Resource Generalist/Business Partner (Position Eliminated)

Dynamic Educational Systems Incorporated - Phoenix, AZ February 2015 - August 2016

Job Corp Division, Outreach Admissions, Workforce Services (3 business units, 250 employees)

Provided issue resolution, timely follow up and proactive recommendations to enhance communication.

Reviewed and advised all involuntary performance plans, corrective action, and terminations.

Monitored evaluation process ensuring timely completion and delivery of pay increases.

Ensured local business structure was in alignment with corporate business strategy.

Worked with division leaders in the creation of Affirmative Action Plans.

Assisted in developing area recruitment strategy and provided weekly hiring reports.

Traveled regionally as needed to support regional human resource managers.

Human Resources Director

The Terraces of Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ August 2009 - February 2015

Senior Living Community (245 employees)

Provided full-service human resource support and training, managers, and employees.

Investigated and provided guidance in the resolution of performance and employee relations issues.

Audited timekeeping system biweekly to ensure payroll submissions were accurate.

Ensured HRIS system changes were aligned with correct cost centers and pay grades.

Created site-specific policies to align with business goals.

Ensured current and new managers were trained on local and corporate policy and procedures.

Completed annual open enrollment meetings, company benefit presentations, and 401k informational meetings.

Coordinated yearly Workers Compensation Plan with vendor and submitted OSHA reports.

Negotiated and managed community partner vendor contracts and appointed contacts.

Supervised, and coordinated work activities of Human Resources Assistant.

Education

Masters of Arts, Human Resources Development; Management Webster University

Bachelor of Science Administrative Justice Southern Illinois University

Professional Affiliations

Member, Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Office/Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Products, Stromberg, UltiPro, Success Factors Compensation, Kronos, ADP, Ceridian, PeopleSoft, Zenefits, Workday

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