Carolyn Shannon, PHR
**** ****** *****, ** ****** Hills, CA 95762 Cell: 916-***-**** ***************@*****.***
Summary: PHR Certified HR leader seeking a collaborative work environment with opportunity for advancement. HR professional that can contribute to and lead the effective operations of a full-service HR office or other management role. 10+ years’ HR experience; progressively promoted. Expertise in California labor law, employee relations and the total employee lifecycle.
Human Resources Experience
10+years proven track record of providing strategic HR services for California employers
California labor law expert
Business savvy with an understanding of owner’s business goals and objectives
Recruit talent at all levels including applicant tracking systems, onboarding and offboarding.
Benefits Administration to include enrollment, billing, negotiation, and open enrollment.
Ensured compensation strategies were appropriate and compliant
Experienced in Workers Compensation claims and risk management
Training; developed and delivered training on various HR topics including Sexual Harassment, conflict management, performance management, compensation, and fair employment practices, customer service
Payroll knowledge
Salesforce, Microsoft office, HRIS systems proficient
Resolution of complex employee relations issues. Conduct thorough investigations.
Facilitate continuous improvement and thrive in a changing environment
Provide sound policy guidance and interpretation
Maintain in depth knowledge of legal employment matters
Knowledge of sound business practices
Labor Relations: oversaw grievances, involved with contract negotiation
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including excellent verbal and written communication skills
Driver of HR programs/initiatives who takes ownership of assigned tasks
Strong project management skills with low supervision
Thorough knowledge of Applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, not limited to FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Discrimination
Collaborative style, pragmatic approach, strong work ethic
Highest quality of internal and external customer service
Unwavering adherence to confidentiality
Ability to travel and trusted to work with clients remotely
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Supervisory experience including performance management; supported staff of up to 1100
Relevant work history
3/2013 – 6/2019 HR Consultant BBSI, Roseville, CA
1/2011 – 3/2013 HR Director Citizen Hotel, Sacramento, CA
10/1999 - 2/2004 HR Director Tarsadia Hotels
8/1994 – 10/2099 HR Director Interstate Hotels
Bachelor of Science, Southeastern Louisiana University