Nicola S. McClymont – Stoddart, DBA

*** ********* ***** *****, *** 11-106

Englewood, CO, 80112

Cell 407-***-****

adc2ij@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE

As Senior Human Resources Manager, I will engage my skills, experience and expert knowledge as effective business tools to help advance the strategic imperatives of PolyOne.

SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

An Accomplished human resource business partner with excellent talent management skills.

An accomplished human resource professional and consultant who is self-motivated and oriented to achieving the organization’s imperatives and stated priorities.

A Strategist based on Predictive Index/Personality Assessment.

An emotionally intelligent professional with the ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with employees and all levels of leadership.

A loyal team player who is experienced in providing proactive, practical and valued Human resources perspectives.

A HR professional with proven business acumen, talent management, negotiating and collaborative skills.

Strong leadership and management skills.

A HR professional with a high degree of personal integrity, ethics and organizational agility

A competent user of Microsoft Office suite and conversant with various social media platforms.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southeastern Conference (A local headquarters for the Seventh -day Adventists in Florida, Faith Based Organization) Accomplishments:

Human Resources Director: Southeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Mt Dora Florida. October 2010 – present.

Established and continue to develop the first Human Resources Management Office for SEC.

Provides human resources support services to over 400 employees who serve a constituency of over 54,000 church members throughout the state of Florida and sections of Southern Georgia.

Supports the organization leadership in all human resources functions including strategic human resource planning, talent management, benefits coordination, employee engagement, employee relations concerns, training and development initiatives.

Creates and develops the Southeastern Conference Human Resources Office.

Provides strategic Human Resource planning and forecasting trends for Administration.

Formulates, implements, and administers Human Resource policies and objectives for the Southeastern Conference office and constituency.

Administers programs that establish and maintain effective employee relations through the consistent and equitable application of policies and procedures.

Identifies employee relations issues and recommends appropriate actions to address and resolve those issues.

Promotes a positive work environment, while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Initiates and plan leadership development training and seminar, workshop for employees

Develops and recommends employee relations practices and programs necessary to establish and promote a positive employer-employee relationship and a high level of employee morale.

Protects interests of employees, management, and the organization in accordance with Southeastern Conference and Human Resource policies and governmental laws and regulations through fairly applied employment practices, progressive discipline, and problem-solving procedures.

Plans, coordinates, and directs the functions of recruitment and employment including orientation, training, development, talent management, and fair employment practices.

Develops performance appraisal programs, employee engagement, employee effectiveness, and cost containment.

Defines all Human Resource programs and authority/responsibility of administrators/supervisors within those programs.

Develops and provides training materials to management and employees through workshops, seminars, manuals, employee handbooks, standardized reports, and forms.

Coordinates the use of legal counsel, training specialists, and other outside resources.

Administers systems of personnel and employee service (retirement) records.

Assists department directors, church and school administrators, and camp rangers in achieving appropriate solutions to complaints and unexpected problems.

Advises Southeastern Conference administrators concerning the work of Human Resources.

Coordinates the work of Human Resources with that of other departments for the administration of Southeastern Conference.

Guides in the preparation of training and resource materials for employees

Plans for Conference orientation and training for all Conference employees and Executive

Committee members.

Guides and coordinates activities of other personnel engaged in carrying out Human Resources responsibilities in accordance with the purposes, procedures, and policies of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Measures, motivates and evaluates office and field personnel.

Seeks solutions to resolve employee related conflicts.

Coordinates and conducts confidential investigations relating to misconduct of employees.

Acts on behalf of the Vice President for Administration in his absence.

Assists the Conference Vice President for Administration with the maintenance of church membership records, employee service records, and administering retirement benefits

Develops and creates job descriptions for all positions within the Conference.

A valued and influential member of the conference’s executive, administrative, education, and personnel committees.

Severed as communication and technology director on three separate occasions, ranging from six to nine months. In this role I provided leadership support for the communication and technology team.

AdventHealth (Formerly Florida Hospital) Human Resources Accomplishments:

Human Resource, Assistant/Specialist: Florida Hospital, Altamonte. June 2009 - October 2010.

Human Resource Generalist: Florida Hospital Apopka, Florida. October 2006 - June 2009.

Human Resources Coordinator: Florida Hospital, Maitland, February 2006 - October 2006.

Developed the Human Resources Department of Florida Hospital in Apopka

Managed daily operations of HR office Florida Hospital in Apopka

Interviewed and processed all potential employees for the campus.

Coordinated campus orientation monthly and the 90-day reunion.

Organized HR related training for managers in various areas.

Provided managerial support for the development of action plans for campus development

Participated in managerial training on HR files relating to Joint Commission Compliance Performance Evaluation.

Compiled and analyzed monthly reports on HR metrics and other reports as requested by administrators and HR directors.

Assisted with employee relations matters.

Administered testing for all applicants for various open positions.

Executed employment verification for employees.

Prepared identification badges for employees.

Maintained separation of work log/ Processed HR files for storage.

Photographed employees and events and maintained photo gallery for campus.

Prepared hospital monthly newsletter (Family Tree).

Created and distributed banners and flyers for hospital various events.

Participated in Apopka Chamber of Commerce Job fair for community residents.

Northern Caribbean University (NCU) Human Resources/Teaching Accomplishments:

Career Services / Work Study / Student Aid, Associate Director: Northern Caribbean University

Mandeville, Jamaica. December 2000 - October 2005.

Served as Associate Director Career Services and Scholarship Department.

Assisted in organizing and developing the first Career Services Center for the NCU.

Processed monthly reports for Career Services department.

Organized career seminars for university seniors including: Dress for success, business etiquette, professional ethics, resumes, cover letter writing, and more.

Sourced organizations and managed internship programs for seniors and graduates.

Worked with organizations to identify job placements for prospective graduates.

Coordinated daily operations of Career Services department.

Attended international and local job fairs on behalf of University.

Teaching Experience: Adjunct Lecturer: Taught Principles of Management

College of Business and Continuing Education, 2003-2005.

Teaching Assistant: Graded and recorded assignments and exams for the dean of the School of Business and performed any other duties that were assigned, 1997-1999.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Summa Cum Laude: Human Resource Management concentration, including courses such as: Creating Adaptive Innovative workplace, Foundation Human Resources Theories and Practices, Attracting and Retaining Talent, and Human Resources Practices for developing Talents.

Dissertation topic: Professional Management Competency Training and Development for CEOS as represented by Seventh-day Adventist Pastors. Capella University, School of Business and Technology, Minneapolis. 2013-2016.

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM - SCP), Will sit exam Spring testing window.

May - July 2020.

Women High Impact - Communication Skills for Women, Certificate from Fred Pryor Seminars. Orlando FL, Summer 2014.

Human Resources Professional Development (Annual) Seminars: Southern Union, North American Division, and General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. 2010 - present.

Human Resource Management Courses, Everest University.

Orlando, FL, Winter 2006.

Master’s in Business Administration (MBA), Northern Caribbean University.

Manchester, Jamaica. August 2003.

Professional Certificate in Computer Technology, Enfoserv Institute of Technology.

Manchester, Jamaica. 2000.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Management emphasis) Northern Caribbean University Manchester, Jamaica. August 2000.

PAST & PRESENT PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member of IPMA-HR- April 2020 - Present

Member of National Association of Professional Women - June 2016-Present.

Member of the Delta Mu Delta Honor Society: Academy Excellence. January 2016.

State of Florida Notary Public: 2013 – present.

Member of Florida Chapter Society for Human Resource Management: 2012 -present.

Guest Member of Institute of Management Consultants USA. August 2016 – present

Board member of Northern Caribbean University Educational Development Foundation - North American – September 2019 – Present

President of Northern Caribbean University: Central Florida Chapter - Alumni Association. Organize annual fundraising events for the Chapter. Consistently increase awareness and participation of alumni and friends. Successfully stage annual events by increasing the finances of the Chapter to provide scholarships for enrolled students. 2011- August 2019.

VP for Social and Cultural Affairs: Northern Caribbean University, Central Florida Chapter Alumni Association, Responsible for organizing all fundraising initiatives for the chapter. 2007- 2011.

Spiritual Ambassador: Florida Hospital Apopka: Helped to foster the spiritual ethos of the hospital environment. 2007-2010.

Member of Society for Human Resource Management: 2006-Present.

Mt Olive/Northern Caribbean University Church: served in numerous capacities including Communication Secretary, Youth Leader, Church Board member, and more. 2003-2016.

Special Event Planner/Project Coordinator: planning all types of events. Including banquets, seminars, weddings, camp meetings, conference sessions and more. 2003-Present.

Trained Peer Counselor: Received Certificate: Northern Caribbean University: Motivates, empowers and encourages my peers and others to successful navigate challenging life circumstances. 1997- Present.

HOBBIES AND SPECIAL INTEREST

Health and Wellness Coach

Relationship Coach

Running

Yoga

Gardening

Visiting and caring for sick

REFERENCES

References Available Upon Request

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