Human Resources Resource

Michael A. Wahlbrink ****************@*****.***

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Seattle, Washington 98101 cellular: 206-***-****

EDUCATION:

Master of Business Administration – University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Management – Park College

SKILLS SUMMARY:

Over 20 years of exceptional Human Resources knowledge and experience in public, private, USA military, and multi-state sectors. Strong work performance in employee and labor union relations, collective bargaining agreements, recruitment & I-9 (domestic/international), staff development and training, performance management, federal & state employment laws including COVID-19 mandates, various HRIS & software programs plus benefits management. Also, performed other management duties such as project analysis & reporting, change agent, company policy/employee handbook manager, enrollment and financial aid officer, LOA administrator and utilized bi-lingual reading, writing, and speaking skills (English and Spanish). Proficient in all Microsoft software programs and an assortment of HR and Payroll database systems. Have working knowledge of the Washington State Paid Family Medical Leave program.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Antioch University – Seattle 2017 to Present

Job Title: Human Resources and Payroll Generalist

Key Duties: I am responsible for the entire HR/Payroll function at our Seattle campus. I process both bi-weekly and monthly payrolls. This includes entering payroll, address, banking and other employee specific information into our employee database powered by Colleague. I oversee the recruiting function for all positions (faculty and staff). This includes job posting, initial phone interviews, interview set up, and the eventual on-boarding of the chosen hired employees. I provide HR and payroll information to all employees as dictated by our central HR office. This includes, but is not limited to, Tuition Remission, Phased Retirement, and the dissemination of new Federal forms, Open Enrollment, and other communications. As the coordinator for FMLA, I advise employees on University policy in conjunction with the Washington Paid Medical Leave program. I am part of the Antioch team which works with our Faculty Union (SEIU 925). I provide the union information as necessary and was part of the update of our current CBA. Member of the University Anti-racism taskforce and part of the Inclusion, Equity and Diversity (IDE) subcommittee. I am part of the Diversity Counsel on the Seattle Campus.

University of Phoenix 2010 to 2016

Job Title: Senior Military Enrollment Representative

Key Duties: I guide other Enrollment Advisors on general questions while demonstrating integrity and trust that support the values and mission of the University; Participate in project teams and committees to advance operational strategies and initiatives as needed; Use professional knowledge and perspective to relate to new and potential students to establish professional rapport and add to the student experience; Provide world-class customer service as documented by Medallia Customer Experience Management (CEM) NPS ratings and feedback; Consistently exceed and maintain University and personal enrollment goals; Utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills to address and resolve student issues and ensure a positive student experience; Work with employees in a team environment and provide accurate student information and assistance to other team members in and/or outside of their functional areas.

Creative Human Resources 2007 to 2008

Job Title: Human Resources Consultant

Key Functions: Bi-Lingual skills, Employee Relations, Investigations, HRIS Analysis & Reports, Workers Comp. Claims, FMLA/EEOC/ADA/HIPPA/COBRA/FLSA, Risk and OSHA, Performance Evaluations, Benefits & Compensation, Management Partnership, Organization Surveys, Recruitment, I-9 and Immigration Management, and update/maintain Employee Handbook & Employment Laws.

Flip Chip International, LLC 2005 to 2007

Job Title: Human Resources Director

Key Functions: Serve on executive management team. Performed daily HR functions for two facilities. Initiated “climate of the company”, researched and reported findings and provided suggestions to executive team to fix items identified. Conducted first ever employee survey; completely revised out-of-date employee handbook; Created and implemented Employee Recognition program; Managed employee evaluation program; Responsible for all employee relations issues; Facilitated numerous new hire sessions and other training as needed; and responsible for the recruitment of both permanent and temporary employees.

Accomplishments: Revised and published employee handbook in-house saving the company over $5,000.00 in printing costs; Recruited over 125 employees from senior vice president of engineering to entry level technicians; converted 65 temporary employees to permanent status, lowering the labor cost by 35 percent; Representing Flip Chip in an EEOC charge, I Investigated the alleged claim and proved FlipChip innocence before a judge who ruled in Flip Chip’s favor and: Facilitated both the Sexual Harassment & Workplace Violence training sessions for exempt and non-exempt employees

Captive Plastics, Inc. 1997 to 2005

Job Title: Human Resources Manager (approximately 250 employees) (3 direct reports)

Key Functions: As part of the executive management team, responsible for four separate plants in AZ, CA, IN, and KY; provided HR counsel and direction to the respective management teams at each plant; project manager for the conversion from outdated HRIS to a more modern, user-friendly program; managed Employee Evaluation Program. On-site Safety manager and OSHA point of contact; handled all employee relations issues; and handled all upper level and technical recruiting efforts and managed company intern program.

Accomplishments: Led a group of 8 subject matter experts from IT, Payroll, and Human Resources in an HRIS software conversion - completed project 2 weeks ahead of schedule and under budget, a $25,000 savings to the company; Facilitated numerous training sessions including Supervision 101, Violence in the Workplace (How to Stop it before it Happens), Sexual Harassment, CPR, and Workplace Safety; Coached and counseled managers and first-time supervisors in the interview process and the motivation, empowerment and disciplining of their subordinates; Presented the Employee Succession concept to management which better prepared the company whenever key employees retired, resigned or were terminated; Reduced the number of reportable accidents over a 4 year period; 3 of the 4 plants had no accidents for two years in a row

United States Air Force 1982 - 2004

Job Title: Master, Personnel Technician and First Sergeant

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