JOHN A. DARDES, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

YARDLEY, PA ***** 215-***-**** addd2b@r.postjobfree.com linkedin.com/in/johndardes

Human resource professional with expertise in a broad range of functions including strategic staffing, employee relations, conflict resolution, organizational development and leadership development. Effective problem-solver with excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills. Strengths include: conducting sexual harassment and discrimination investigations, policy development, succession planning and union avoidance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES 2017 – Present

Bioclinica, Inc., Princeton, NJ

Responsible for all Human Resource functions for a $750 Million Clinical Trial Management firm. Served as a HR Business Partner to Senior Management supporting Medical Imaging, Global Services and Project Management business units.

Strategic focus on recruitment and employee relations. Counseled and guided managers on human resources related issues, including performance management, discipline, and compensation.

Managed Annual Base Compensation Plan, Annual Sales Commission Plans, and Performance Management Program.

Oversight of Visa and Immigration process

Ensured that Employee Policies and Procedure were updated regularly to reflect best practices and corporate needs.

Experience with WorkDay HRIS

MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES 2016 – 2017

ImageOne Industries, LLC., Bensalem, PA

Responsible for all Human Resource functions for a $35 Million Manufacturing/Construction and Maintenance Firm.

Established formal Human Resources department and instituted consistent HR practices.

Managed Benefits, Compensation, and Performance Management plans and programs.

Responsible for Payroll and Payroll Management for all personnel including local union employees.

Recruited and hired key personnel in Sales, Construction Management and Operations.

Established Safety Program for Manufacturing and Field Employees. Held title of Safety Manager.

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR 2013 – 2016

Myco Mechanical, Inc., Telford, PA

Responsible for all Human Resource functions for a $23 Million Construction/Manufacturing Firm.

Overhauled the Human Resources function and updated Employee Handbook and HR Policy Manual.

Researched and reviewed new fringe benefits as part of the total compensation package for employees.

Established policies and procedures regarding security clearances for all field employees.

Administered Apprentice Program. Targeted 4 Trade High Schools resulting in 5-8 hires per year.

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HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT 2012 – 2013

Operated as a private HR consultant for small to medium-size business without an in-house human resources function. Clients included:

Olson Research Group, Inc., Yardley, PA

Contracted to establish the Human Resources function for a $16 Million full-service Marketing Research Firm. Supported Business Development, Finance, Information Technology and Operations business units.

Re-structured Operations Department, establishing competitive salary grades and cross-training measures within department, resulting in employee development and retention.

Managed Benefits, Compensation, and Performance Management plans and programs.

Established all Human Resources practices and outlined in Employee Handbook and HR Policy Manual.

Recruited and hired key personnel in IT, Quality Control and Operations.

Researched and reviewed new fringe benefits as part of the total compensation package for employees.

Counseled and resolved 100% of employee relations issues.

Financial Technologies, LLC., Birdsboro, PA

Contracted to establish the Human Resources function for a Top Tier Oracle Partner Firm

Established all Human Resources practices and outlined in Employee Handbook and HR Policy Manual.

Recruited and hired key personnel in Consulting, Infrastructure and Sales.

Researched and reviewed new fringe benefits as part of the total compensation package for employees.

SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATOR 2007 – 2012

Bucks and Philadelphia Counties, PA

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES 2006 – 2007

Dataram Corporation, West Windsor, NJ

DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES AND TRAINING 2002 – 2005

Almac Group (formerly ICTI, Inc.), Yardley, PA

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Arts Degree Communication University of Delaware

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) HR Certification Institute

SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) Society for Human Resource Management

Secondary Teaching Certification Delaware Valley College

ACTIVITIES

Varsity Football - University of Delaware, National Pop Warner Football Coach, Scholastic Softball Coach

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