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Aurora Skurtun Patterson, CA 707-***-****

*********@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/aurora-skurtun Human Resources Business Partner

Award-winning Human Resources professional with 7+ years of experience executing HR policies and strategies that optimize business operations, create healthy work environments, and nurture employee development. Expert in attracting and retaining top talent and building highly functional teams. Effectual leader and communicator that receives consistent appraisal for leveraging strategic planning and interpersonal skills to improve business processes and partnerships. Relevant Skills

Employee Life Cycle Full Cycle Recruitment Occupational Health & Safety HR Policies & Procedures Compensation C-Level Communication Regulations & Compliance Risk Mitigation Investigations ADP & Cornerstone Professional Experience

Human Resources Business Partner Amazon, Tracy, CA August 2020 – Present Execute and develop HR strategies focused on workforce planning, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and employee engagement. Create integrated talent programs that encapsulate the entire employee life cycle and that increase retention and happiness. Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize all aspects of Cornerstone (HRIS).

• Manage 4-8 HR direct reports and oversee an additional 12-16 in collaboration with two peers; instill critical skills and knowledge in people management, engagement, and employee development.

• Translate business goals and KPIs into actionable recommendations for policy, process, and procedural changes that improve operations, productivity, and HR-related functions.

• Lead HR investigations covering employee concerns and legally mandated harassment, safety, discrimination, substance abuse, and retaliation complaints.

• Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders across the organization to deliver industry-best HR strategies. Human Resources Generalist Harbor Freight Tools, Modesto, CA December 2013 – Feb 2020 Developed recruitment, interview, and hiring practices across company with over 3600 employees. Facilitated company- wide annual training requirements for sexual harassment, ethics, and workplace conduct. Provided expertise in all HR- related policies and procedures ensuring compliance to state specific laws and regulations.

• Conducted detailed analysis of compensation packages to deliver programs that enhanced and ensured employee retention; leveraged understanding of total rewards to develop competitive salaries.

• Implemented new techniques to attract and retain top-performing professionals for long-term organizational achievement and to create a positive experience at each phase in the employee life cycle.

• Selected as Silver Hammer Winner in 2018 for exceptional dedication and achievement as an HR professional.

• Collaborated with regional managers and company-wide leadership to monitor and brief new HR policies and programs to create consistency and share awareness of shortfalls and problems across departments.

• Led objective HR investigations by gathering evidence, contacting witnesses, and executing necessary due diligence.

• Leveraged HRIS, KPIs, and employee survey data to develop programs, initiatives, and a workplace culture that deepened employee engagement and inspired results. Aurora Skurtun HR Business Partner P a g e 2

Regional Loss Prevention Manager Harbor Freight Tools, Modesto, CA Aug 2011 – December 2013 Performed investigations and interviews to assess inventory, cash, and asset losses for resolution and solicitation of information for company-wide loss prevention programs. Collaborated with district loss prevention managers to settle cases and identify best practices for continued success and control of operations.

• Managed four direct reports taking full accountability of team member performance, engagement, and productivity; handled employee forecasting and HR functions (hiring, evaluation, terminations, etc.)

• Maintained relationships with local law enforcement officers and professionals to ensure that all investigations and prosecutions were coordinated and supported, leading to successful loss prevention and detection.

• Designed and implemented loss prevention tactics that identified dishonesty and loss of cash/assets through investigations and analysis using historical and predictive metrics. Loss Prevention Logistics Specialist CVS/Caremark, Patterson, CA April 2011 – Aug 2011 Managed 20+ associates and their direct reports and trained teams across Northern California and Hawaii to ensure compliance with regulations and proper disposal of hazardous materials. Prepared records for IRS/DEA audits and reviews.

• Managed team of 500 associates, ensuring individuals were equipped to handle safety and loss-related incidents.

• Identified problems, conducted detailed root cause analysis, and implemented actionable strategies that minimized accidents and company-wide loss.

Market Asset Protection Manager Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Stockton, CA April 2008 – April 2011 Asset Protection Coordinator October 2006 – April 2008 Supported all training and programs for asset protection and hazardous waste across organization. Collaborated with external partnerships and agencies to ensure compliance and facilitate ORC case development.

• Analyzed data and trends within accidents and apprehensions to develop statistics and practices that decreased internal and external loss.

• Awarded Asset Protection Manager of the Year in 2010.

• Identified safety vulnerabilities and performed root cause analysis and research that facilitated the development of training programs for senior leadership officials, increasing awareness and compliance. Loss Prevention Agent Gap, Inc., San Diego, CA Sept 2004 – Oct 2006 Developed training programs for associates. Oversaw all loss prevention and work conditions to ensure workplace conditions were safe, preventing accidents and theft.

• Identified vulnerabilities and peak theft by analyzing apprehensions; developed new loss prevention program.

• Awarded Case of the Year for assisting in the capture and arrest of an organized crime ring responsible for multiple armed robberies in Southern California.

United States Marine Corps, Cherry Point, NC Sept 2000 – Sept 2003 Maintained records for Marines, ensuring all Marines received the proper support and training for deployment. Developed training programs that overhauled Marine preparation for U.S. government global wars and efforts.

• Awarded Training NCO of the Quarter Award for contributions and accomplishments achieved as an NCO, solidifying improvements of over 75% in training programs across a unit of 300+ Marines. Aurora Skurtun HR Business Partner P a g e 2

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Business - Human Resources University of Phoenix Tempe, AZ Associates Degree in Business Management University of Phoenix Tempe, AZ Certifications: Forensic Interviewer Advanced Wicklander Zulawski Interview and Interrogation Wicklander Zulawski Interview and Interrogation Certification

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