Sr. Human Resource Professional

Jessica Barker, PHR

Denver, CO ***** 303-***-****

*********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/jessicabarkerphr

Human Resources Business Partner

Project Management / Sr. Human Resource Business Partner / Trusted Advisor

Highly organized and adaptable Human Resource leader with a history of managing full HR life cycle while influencing key stakeholders, engaging employees, resolving complex issues and projects, and efficiently managing talent and organizational design and planning.

Highlights of Expertise

Organizational Development Workforce Planning Employee Development & Training Performance Management Benefits & Compensation HRIS/HCM Systems Merger & Acquisitions Employee Relations Change Management Leadership Development Talent Management Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Human Resource Leadership Employment & Labor Laws Customer Service Focused System Implementation Strategic Direction Relationship Management

Microsoft Office Business Strategy

Career Experience

Metco Landscape, LLC, Aurora, CO

Providing executive-level Human Resource leadership with responsibility for, but not limited to change management and implementation, workforce planning, succession planning, leadership training, benefits design, policy development, recruiting and total rewards.

VICE PRESIDENT HUMAN RESOURCES (Sept 2019 to Present)

Lead all workforce planning and talent acquisition programs and initiatives including recruiting for key positions within the company.

Drive the organization’s people agenda by building new processes, refining existing processes, and ensuring optimal practices that promote both employee engagement and professional development.

Streamline compliant response management for $80 million private equity firm by guiding leadership in direct collaboration with Board of Directors.

Counsel and support Private Equity firm and Board of Directors through monthly packages and strategic HR dashboards.

Save the company time and money through holistic management of the recruiting life cycle including the design and implementation of the ATS system, requisition process, and insightful analytics reporting.

Enhance the staffing policies and initiatives for a 600+ employee organization utilizing Human Resource analytics related to recruitment, talent management, compensation, and employee engagement for key positions.

Increase efficiency and performance through reorganization of key strategic positions.

Save the company in undue direct and indirect labor costs by designing and implementing the Human Capital Management and Payroll system integration and infrastructure.

Lead change management initiatives across departments and multi-year strategic plans for Human Resource Development including implementation of the HRIS software, payroll system, training data bases and time and attendance.

DBC Irrigation Supply, Denver, CO

Aligned Human Resource initiatives, processes, policies and programs with short- and long-term business goals.

HUMAN RESOURCE BUSINESS PARTNER (Apr 2014 to Aug 2019)

Strategized for improved performance management, organizational development, benefits programs, and operational efficiencies in a rapid growth and expanding market.

Chaired all workers compensation and 401k audits and presided over end of year profit sharing program.

Served as trusted partner to the CEO and management, consulting on matters including implementation of project management plans and strategy

Strategic contributor in acquisition of new companies, expanding branches into multiple states & markets and merging insurance programs in collaboration with insurance brokers.

Designed and administered payroll and benefits for a workforce of 200 across various geographies.

Involved as Human Resource Senior Leader in Total Quality Management/Lean projects.

Aligned company talent pool by establishing a talent management program and succession planning and worked closely with senior management on forecasting and workforce planning.

Development of internal training programs including development of YouTube how-to videos, training manuals, desktop procedures and online presentations.

Strategic analysis across geographic locations and standardization of job titles and job duties.

Elevated culture through creation of employee handbook, and education programs covering sexual harassment program, diversity, and inclusivity.

Developed and chaired company sexual harassment training program.

Robert Half, Pittsburgh, PA

Led talent acquisition activities to recruit highly qualified candidates.

RECRUITER (Jan 2013 to Mar 2014)

Collaborated with Hiring Managers to assess organizational needs and recruitment strategies for contract, temporary, and direct hire openings.

Executed multiple recruitment strategies to ensure the recruitment process was efficient, effective, and equitable.

Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective interviewing and screening techniques.

Applied advanced sourcing strategies across various channels to map talent markets and streamline candidate pools.

Recognized for delivering a successful recruiting track record within the first three months of hire.

Analyzed job applications and conducted 20+ interviews weekly to vet and recommend qualified talent to employers.

Metco Landscape, Denver, CO

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER (Jan 2007 to Jan 2013)

Transformed the Human Resource department by implementing systems and processes that were not previously in place.

Education & Credentials

Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling Certifications:

University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO Professional in Human Resources

Bachelor of Science in Psychology Affiliations:

Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA Society for Human Resource Management Member

Mile High SHRM Member

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