Resource Specialist Human Resources

Ivan L. Smith

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Vice President of human resources Management

Human Resource Consulting Legal Best Practices Organizational Development

Certified SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CCP, CBP executive leader and Air Force veteran with expertise in all facets of human resources management to include compensation, benefit programs, recruiting, employee relations, change management and legal compliance within the public, private, and federal regulations. Proven expertise in policy and procedures, mediations, and negotiations. Background includes overseeing organization with over 1000 employees with an annual budget over $2 million dollars, implemented PeopleSoft Human Capital System resulting in a savings of $1 million dollars, experienced in equal employment opportunity laws, regulations, and affirmative action plans. Strong skills in problem solving, strategic planning, and mentorship. Skilled in collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve business and financial objectives. Technical proficiency in MS Office, PeopleSoft, Payroll.

Consultative Human Resources

HRIS Technology Solutions

Strategic Planning & Analysis

Budget Administration/Reports

Worker’s Compensation

Succession Planning

HR Policy& System Design

Negotiation & Mediation

Performance Management

Recruitment & Retention

Payroll

Compensation/Classification

Coaching & Counseling

Training & Development

Employee Relations

Employment Laws

Benefits Administration

Retirement Administration

Professional Experience

Smith & Smith Consulting 2022 -

Professional Consultant

Provide subject matter expert human resources advice and guidance to businesses. Evaluate client needs and make recommendations on how to address them with creative solutions that are tailored to the client’s specific needs.

Offer advice on a wide range of topics including business strategy, organizational culture, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations.

COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND 2017 - 2022

Associate Vice President of Human Resources Mgt. and Payroll Services

Provide leadership and subject matter expertise in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and administration of Human Resource (HR) programs including compensation, employee relations, labor relations, faculty and employee recruitment, payroll, benefits and welfare program, organizational development including training and staff development, and policy development and implementation. A senior level advisor on human resources matters to the President, executives, and all employees throughout the college. Oversees effective HR best practices in all HR functional areas.

Establish objectives and goals in support of the college's and HR’s strategic plan. Develop and implement short and long-term objectives to update and improve HR programs ensuring alignment to the college's strategic planning initiatives. Implement human resources management best practices to enhance effective and efficient human resources operations. Use human resources metrics to monitor the effectiveness of human resources performance of key duties and responsibilities.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Serve on various college committees to include but not limited to the Quality Improvement Council and the Employee Advisory Committee. Develop appropriate policies and programs for the effective management of human capital of the college. Develop, implement, and monitor professional growth and development programs for administrative, professional and support staff. Investigate, mediate, and make recommendations in the resolution of employee relations matters including Title IX and Title VII complaints. Member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), Maryland Association of Community College Human Resources Officers and the Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland.

Provide support to the Diversity Officer in the investigation and resolution of complaints. Administer a comprehensive performance management evaluation program, including communication, training, and guidance to evaluators. Serve as the ADA coordinator for reasonable accommodation requests. Direct preparation of annual Employee Retention Report; Identify work- place trends and make appropriate recommendations to executive staff.

Oversee the administration of the bi-annual PACE employment engagement survey, analyze results, and make recommendations to executive management. Oversee the talent acquisition process for the college through effective recruitment programs. Assists in identifying talent gaps and developing programs for effective talent acquisition. Develop and oversee succession planning for key management positions. Oversee training, and development programs to enhance employee knowledge and performance.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES, Austin, TX 2005 – 2017

Human Resources Director

Led an organization of 300+ employees with an annual budget of over $1.0 million dollars.

Supervised 4 Human Resource Specialist who provided technical assistance on human resource programs and activities.

Administered employee benefits including compensation, medical & dental, long and short-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, life insurance, and retirement planning.

Adapted effective talent acquisition and training techniques that improved organizational efficiency.

Conceptualized, launched, and implemented PeopleSoft Human Capital System resulting in savings over $1 million in operational efficiency costs.

Spearheaded training & development on Workers Compensation, EEO Laws & Regulations.

Consulted with management regarding regulatory matters such as: The Family Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Title IX, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Conducted grievance hearings and negotiated agreements to resolve conflicts

Represented the agency at Equal Employment Opportunity Commission mediations regarding discrimination complaints; served as the ADA coordinator.

Managed all aspects of planning, tracking, analysis, quarterly and annual reporting, and revenue recognition using sound business acumen.

Orchestrated organizational wide acceptance of competency-based succession plans which include strategies for personnel development by cross training and mentoring employees to develop bench strength.

Recipient of Civil Rights Division of the Texas Workforce Commission recognition award for excellence in executing EEO compliance program.

Designed and implemented surveys to capture employee on-boarding satisfaction, and responsive customer service.

Streamlined financial processes and introduced process improvements that enhanced productivity.

Communicated and distributed monthly human resources digital newsletter focusing on organizational policy and procedures.

WEBSTER UNIVERSITY, San Antonio, TX 2005 – 2010

Adjunct Faculty Professor

Successfully instructed graduate courses in compensation and training & development.

Planned and implemented lesson plans and assignments.

Assessed students’ progress by grading exams, mid-terms, and finals.

Served on academic committees to review and make recommendations on policy, budget decision, and departmental issues.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, Austin, TX 2003 – 2005

Chief Human Resources Officer

Streamlined financial processes and introduced process improvements that enhanced productivity.

Oversight and managed an organization of over 700 employees with an annual budget of $2 million dollars.

Supervised 7 Human Resource Specialist who provided technical assistance on human resource programs and activities.

Provided oversight for personnel records, government information and communications technology; consulted regarding technical resources, managed talent acquisition, new hire orientation, performance management, succession planning, and training and development.

Analyzed data to classify positions.

Improved organizational efficiency by implementing programs to match employee skills.

Increased employee retention by increasing employee benefits, resulting in a minimal cost increase.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES HQ, Austin, TX 2000 – 2003

Director of Human Resources & Staff Development

Supervised and provided leadership to a team of over 1000 employees.

Guided employee benefits including compensation, insurance, and retirement planning.

Supervised 15 Human Resource Specialists and trainers in administering which were mission critical projects.

Administered classification, compensation, talent acquisition, selection, employee relations, EEOC, Affirmative Action, FMLA, unemployment benefits, performance management, succession planning, worker’s compensation, and benefits administration.

Recruited, interviewed, and hired personnel as well as oversaw the preparation of personnel action forms.

Manage new hires, payroll, promotions, merit increases, reclassifications, terminations and reorganizations within the agency.

Coordinated agency’s annual State Employee Charitable Campaign fundraiser.

Authored, edited, and distributed monthly HR Newsletter.

Education & Credentials

Master of Science Human Resource Management, Troy University, Troy, AL

Bachelor of Arts Business Administration, Catawba College, Salisbury, NC

Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

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

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

Certified Benefits Professional (CBP)

Labor Union Relations Certificate, Cornell University

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