Executive Director, Human Resources

Senior Human Resources Business Partner, with more than 15 years of progressive experience. Responsible for contributing and executing of strategic plan. Partner with all levels of management to integrate human resources with overall business objectives, institutional culture, and talent management to achieve the University goals.

Key Competencies

- Insightful, intuitive and analytical - Trusted advisor

- Interpersonal Communications - Project Management

-Cross-Functional Collaboration - Design Workflows

- Strategic Problem Solver - Complex Solutions Design

-Crisis Management - Change management

Relevant Experience

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 2022 – Present

Executive Director, Human Resources

Serve as an advisor to leaders across the Provost Centers in the development and implementation of plans and programs that enhance the quality, diversity, and well-being of the workforce, while ensuring that human capital is effectively aligned with academic and business priorities.

Serve as a key member of the Provost Leadership Group and the Vice President for Human Resources Advisory Committee

Device staffing and human resources practices that allowed the Provost Centers to achieve a 7% increase in diversity hiring for fiscal year 22.

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 2020 – 2022

Senior Director, Human Resources

Act as strategic business partner and advisor to operating leaders

Coordinate all areas of HR for areas including, but not limited to the Division of Athletics and Recreations, College and Student Housing, University Life, etc.

Responsible for achieving HR objectives such as recruiting top talent, retention, coaching, and monitoring for the Provost Centers

Oversee a team of five HR staff

Streamline processes and improve efficiencies

Build a talented, engaged, and high performing human resources team

Partner with Central HR in evaluating policy effectiveness and implementation of policies

Act as a catalyst for change

Guide and direct organizational design, development and change management solutions

Develop HR strategies for business groups that includes workforce planning, pay-for-performance, talent management, talent acquisition, and succession

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 2015 – 2020

Associate Director, Human Resources

Served as a key member of the leadership team to various areas in the Provost Centers, providing strategic direction and carrying out of HR activities. Serviced over 640 employees. Designed and implemented organizational-wide communication strategies towards achieving Provost strategic objectives. Provided advice and counsel on HR policies and procedures to managers and directors by successfully helping in addressing employee relations issues. Helped embark positive change in areas with the greatest need for pro-active employee relations.

Performed all HR management functions for four departments within the Provost Center including policy, compensation, benefits, staffing, recruitment, employee relations, retirement, separations, management training, organizational development, wellness, compliance, and proactive labor relations

Coordinated areas of HR for some departments in the Provost Centers, including but not limited to the Division of Athletics and Recreations, University Laboratory Animal Research, Student Health Services, etc

Worked closely with Core HR as a strategic partner across the institution external to the Provost area on accomplishing divisional objectives such as: leadership transition meetings and staff relation audits

Worked closely with area finance department and directors to guarantee that HR decisions align with business and financial goals.

Facilitated management training in development of staff

Provided guidance to managers in addressing corrective actions

Developed and continue to enhance career ladder programs and other professional development opportunities

Collaborated with senior leaders about strategic opportunities in staffing and compensation

Traveled to all supported areas to connect with staff to develop a desirable place to work based on positive staff engagement survey results

Successfully partnered with various stakeholders and institutional partners

Participated and facilitated in executive searches and committees

Genesis HealthCare, Chester, Pennsylvania 2012 – 2015

Area Human Resources Manager

Provided guidance and initiated changes for organizational restructuring and workforce planning. Directed a team of two and provided HR oversight for 280 employees. Reduced staffing excess and instituted extensive training programs to meet compliance regulations.

Developed a modern approach to staffing models

Created retention strategies for nursing and other technical staff

Managed the oversight of labor relations: participated in two contract negotiations, various labor grievances, terminations, and Health and Welfare issues

Provided leadership support to various nursing home administrators and AVPs.

Conducted workplace investigations on various HR matters, such as: harassment, theft, retaliation, workplace conduct.

Provided professional consultation and support managers

Applied recruitment strategies to hire towards the brand and new direction of the facilities

NEXXT Level Sports, Voorhees, New Jersey 2007 – 2012

Human Resources Manager

Performed all HR management functions including staffing, training, employee relations, recognition programs, benefits, and initiatives with responsibilities across two locations. Directed and provided oversight for one office manager. Conducted a comprehensive analysis of compensation methods and an executive compensation analysis providing analytical and benchmarking data for comparison to the executive team. Streamlined hiring process saving 20% in recruitment costs. Designed all company policies, procedures, and HR protocols.

Education

University of Maine, Orono, Maine 1998 – 2001

Bachelor of Science in Business Management

3-year Division 1AA Football Collegiate Starter

Captain for 2 Seasons

Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts 1997 – 1998

Bachelor of Science in Business Management

1-year Division 1AA Football Collegiate Starter

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