Employee Relations Talent Acquisition

JEAN M. SIMONIS

954-***-**** ***********@*****.***

PROFILE

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with over 15 years of extensive experience in HR management, focusing on talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations. Committed to enhancing organizational efficiency, increasing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance. SUMMARY OF SKILLS

• Talent Acquisition and Retention

• Employee Relations and Benefits Administration

• Process Improvement and Quality Assurance

• Staff Development and Performance Management

• Leadership Coaching and Mentoring

• Stakeholder Relationship Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

City of Coconut Creek, Coconut Creek, FL

n HR Generalist/HR Business Partner 2016 to present Responsible for executing professional HR and risk management functions, overseeing daily operations in areas such as recruitment, compensation and classification, performance management, FMLA/Disability management, benefits, HR Information System (HRIS), risk and safety administration, training, employee relations, labor relations, workforce planning, and employment equity programs.

• Deliver customer service by addressing daily requests from employees and managers

• Manage FMLA and short-term disability claims

• Facilitated HR training and oversee risk/safety programs for all employees

• Implemented regular check-in meetings with new hires during their probationary period

• Manage all recruitment activities, including screening, interviewing, testing, and hiring

• Serve as liaison between management and employees during disciplinary action and dispute resolution InSite Group – Ft. Lauderdale, FL

n Human Resources Manager 2015 – 2016

Managed daily HR operations for the corporate headquarters while supporting hotel operations, partnering with senior management to align HR strategies with business objectives.

• Led the full-cycle recruitment and talent management process for all corporate employees, including C- level executives

• Guided managers on HR-related processes such as onboarding, promotions, performance management, and terminations

• Reviewed and approved personnel actions and maintained accurate personnel records

• Managed employee benefits and oversaw the open enrollment process

• Addressed employee relations issues and conducted investigations across all company divisions, collaborating with in-house legal counsel

• Provided HR support for eight hotel locations, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements

• Successfully implemented the company’s first HRIS technology (Clear Company), enhancing Applicant Tracking, Performance Management, and HR reporting Southeastern College – Miami Lakes, FL 2011 – 2012 n Director of Recruitment

Managed all aspects of recruitment, talent management, business development, administrative functions, training, events and employee relations, and led a team of fourteen.

• Conducted recruitment and onboarding for new hires, improved training materials and facilitated training sessions

• Coached managers on staff development and performance management

• Ensured quality hires and analyzed compensation and performance management

• Managed team performance, providing evaluations, rewards, and disciplinary actions as necessary DeVry University – Miramar, FL 2004 – 2011

nAsst. Director of Recruitment

Managed all aspects of recruitment, talent management, business development, training, and employee relations, and led a team of eight. Focused on talent management, monitored and conducted individual and group coaching sessions.

• Promoted to Assistant Director of Recruitment/Admissions in October of 2007

• Served as Training Mentor and Senior Advisor II; implemented/conducted structured training sessions

• Developed talent development program and successfully promoted three employees into management roles

EDUCATION

HR Certification: IPMA

Master of Business Administration, HR Concentration with Distinction Keller Graduate School of Management, Miramar, FL

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management

Florida International University, Miami, FL

AFFILIATIONS

SHRM (Society of Human Resource Management)

PRIMA (Professional Risk Managers’ International Association) RIMS (Risk Management Society)

IPMA-HR (International Public Management Association for Human Resources)

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