Human Resource Professional

Lisa Baeza, PHR 817-***-**** Fort Worth, TX *****

*****@******.*** linkedin.com/in/lisa-baeza-phr-748a02282 Human Resources Manager – Public & Private Sectors Fostering Cultures of Employee Engagement Aligning Human Resource Initiatives With Business Objectives

Collaborative, detail-oriented, and growth-focused executive with a history of achievement in creating and implementing high-impact human resource strategies and plans for workforces across multiple states and locations.

Proven strengths in steering complex HR projects and initiatives to meet evolving priorities, including integration of workforces for newly acquired organizations.

Adept at researching and identifying vendors to procure new HR systems and leading all aspects of their implementation, including training personnel for each new platform.

In-depth knowledge of U.S. privacy laws and state/federal regulations, including Americans with Disabilities Act

(ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Workers’ Compensation, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Dedicated to serving as a business partner to senior leadership and as a key resource for multidisciplinary employees across all organizational levels. Strategic thinker and relationship builder who balances the needs of employees with the needs of the business.

Summary of Expertise

Human Resources Administration Operational Planning Policy Development Management Coaching Payroll, Benefits & Workers’ Compensation Employee & Labor Relations Internal Investigations Conflict Resolution Disciplinary & Termination Actions HRIS Employee Hiring, Onboarding, Training & Engagement Compliance Experience

AZZ INCORPORATED Ft. Worth, TX 2009 – 2024

North America’s leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating services. Corporate Human Resource Manager (May 2018 – May 2024) Provide leadership across all areas of HR, ranging from short-/long-term planning for scalable expansion, payroll, HRIS, hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, terminations, benefits administration, employee engagement, retention and recognition, personal improvement plans, and compliance. Track employment laws and regulations for all 22 states. Oversee end-to-end due diligence process as a member of the Acquisitions Management Team.

Brought new rigor to HR compliance by overseeing and ensuring adherence to employment laws and regulations for 57 plants in all 22 states vs. having several employees handle various compliance tasks.

Improved operational efficiencies and further strengthened compliance by implementing new systems, including platforms for Employee Drug Testing, State Sick/Safe Leaves, and an Equifax Electronic I-9 system.

Performed HR due diligence for acquisitions, including EEOC charges, I-9 regulations/compliance, cost analysis of medical benefits, and workers’ compensation history.

Formed a post-acquisition due diligence team that expedited set up of HRIS system and related benefit and payroll modules for future acquisitions.

Maintained HR compliance by recommending mediation, policy development and adherences, investigations, EEO/Veteran reporting, and workers’ compensation administration for all 57 plants. Lisa Baeza, PHR – Page 2-817-***-**** *****@******.*** Corporate Human Resources Manager, AZZ Incorporated – Continued:

Bolstered compliance by setting up and training teams in using new project management systems. Completed an HR project management course focused on having teams set goals and outcomes and create meaningful documents.

Appointed to serve as the leading HR subject matter expert and representative on the Environmental, Social & Governance Task Force (ESG). Continually lead efforts to ensure company’s culture/values align with ESG principles.

Performed a pivotal role in retaining a new claim management company by guiding the bidding process and providing insights on the cost for Worker’s Compensation for 3 large-scale internal divisions with 58 locations. Divisional Human Resource Manager (2009 –2018)

Managed HR programs and initiatives for a division with 43 nationwide locations. Provided expertise for EEO, workers compensation, FMLA, ADA, regulatory compliance, salary reviews, succession planning, and employee relations, investigations, and terminations. Oversaw creation of short- and long-term operational plans and ensured alignment of HR strategies with organization’s mission and business objectives. Managed two direct reports.

Facilitated integration of acquired employees into the organization by creating a Welcome Packet with information about their positions, salaries, and benefits and a PowerPoint presentation to provide them with an overview of AZZ.

Equipped new multidisciplinary employees with the knowledge and skills to excel in their roles by creating an Office Manager Training Toolkit/Reference Guide, which included information on using Oracle modules.

Orchestrated large-scale closings for three separate plants as the primary HR representative. Provided ongoing communications and support to employees affected by the closures. Prior Experience:

SEASON’S HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE – Ft. Worth, TX 2008 – 2009 Human Resources Manager: Contributed to resolving the company’s issues with payroll and field team recordkeeping by partnering with the HR Director to identify and select a new provider (Paycom). Assisted in rolling out company phones for employees to download the Paycom app. SLEEP DEVELOPMENT GROUP – Southlake, TX 2007 Human Resources Manager: Brought in as a member of the management team during a challenging period involving the downsizing of office space and shutdown of two locations. Met with each employe to listen to their insurance concerns and reassured them of the availability of a COBRA option. Early Career: Human Resources Representative – DiMare Fresh / Fresh America, Arlington, TX. Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, NM Associate of Science South Plains College, Lubbock, TX Professional Development

Professional Human Resource Certification

Fort Worth Human Resource Management PHR Certification Prep Courses-Instructor Strategic Management, Benefits & Compensation, Health & Safety Organizations

Member Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Former Board Member Circle T Girl Scout Council

Former Committee Chair Human Resource Committee

Former Committee Appointment Council Realignment Committee Member

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