Human Resources Vice President

KEITH GRIERSON, PHR

Schwenksville, PA *****

570-***-**** *****.********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/keith-grierson

VICE PRESIDENT HUMAN RESOURCES

Operations Manager Leader Safety and Emergency Director

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Innovative, dynamic leader with extensive success developing and executing human capital strategies. Influential communicator adept at building relationships and engaging with partners, employees, leaders, vendors, and other key stakeholders. Strategic-minded leader with success in project development, process improvements, and driving constructive change. Broad experience across Operation, HR and Safety and Security functions including talent acquisition and management, benefits and payroll, employee engagement, issue resolution, and more. Successful track record setting priorities, shaping processes, and developing the foundation for a positive, productive workplace culture. Focused on integrity, inclusion, and service with the ability to work independently or collaboratively to achieve organizational goals. A leader who does not come up with all the great ideas, but one who creates an environment in which great ideas can happen.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Human Capital

Performance Management

Organizational Strategy

Professional Development

Business Development

Strategic Planning

Goal Setting

Conflict Resolution

Onboarding

Talent Acquisition

HRIS

Budgeting

Risk Assessment

Onboarding

Exit Interviews

Succession Planning

Training

Project Management

Negotiations

Data Analysis / Metrics

Process Improvement

Employee Engagement

Communication

Policy Implementation

Team Building

FMLA

PLOA

Disability

Presentations

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Adaptability

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

VICE PRESIDENT HUMAN RESOURCES & DIRECTOR of CLIENT & CAREGIVER SERVICES/SAFETY 2020-Present

Homewatch CareGivers – Quakertown, PA

Provide strategic human resources and operations leadership for new franchise serving in Bucks and Montgomery County, PA.

Lead all aspects of Client and Caregiver Safety and tasked with protecting our clients, visitors, caregivers, and property.

Responsible for the implementation of the Emergency Operations Plan and directs the operation of the Command Center during an activation. Has authority to activate and introduce resources such as staff, material and supplies for effective functioning of the CC. Also responsible for emergency communications and business continuity planning.

Oversees the selection, identification, purchasing and ongoing maintenance of Emergency Management equipment and supplies. Projects capital needs relative to emergency management and the maintenance of equipment and supply caches.

Responsible for full cycle recruiting (exempt & non-exempt) and onboarding and safety training for new employees

Manage payroll, time and attendance, and day to day benefits in conjunction with PEO provider

Handles employee relations issues, concerns, and resolves conflicts. Conducts investigations as appropriate

Develops and implements human resources policies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local legislation (including EEO, FMLA, and FLSA)

Work closely with onsite management to identify training and career develop needs of employees

Continually analyzes HR data and processes, make recommendations to reduce expenses, gain efficiencies

Lead/coordinate transitions of new corp ventures and new properties into the portfolio

Responsible for the management of the corporate office to ensure the office is running as efficiently as possible daily. Work with vendors to resolve issues as quickly as possible

Responsible for vendor management of key 3rd parties that provide services to the corporate office which includes I.T. providers, office suppliers, building management, etc.

Accomplishments

oDesigned and coordinated safety, wellness initiatives and programs

oImplemented changes and improvements to benefit and leave processes

oLowered first year turnover by 50% in year two and 67% in year three of franchise

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER

Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital – West Chester, PA 2023-Present

Aid and protection to persons and property. Ensures hospital regulations and procedures are followed and takes appropriate action to ensure the safety of all.

Screen visitors, investigate incidents, and respond to requests for security/safety support.

Escort and serve as a liaison between hospital and police, funeral directors, coroner agents, and/or other community members. Provide guidance towards anyone who seeks assistance.

Log and report both routine and unusual activity.

Patrol both interior and exterior property. Address items which require attention.

Maintain confidential information.

Provide excellent customer service to all populations encountered.

Survey the property to ensure the parking policy is being practiced; issue parking tickets to those not adhering to the policy.

Survey the property to see if hazardous situations are evident (employee, visitor, and safety).

Provide identification badges when needed.

STORE MANAGER 2006-2019

Wegmans Food Markets Inc. – North Wales, PA

Provided leadership for bottom line accountability for $1.3M per week total store operation.

Managed company organizational structure, roles, responsibilities, and staffing in partnership with HR

Trained and mentored 7 department managers for area manager roles

Created employee engagement activities and events to develop relationships with employees and strengthen culture

Implemented store safety walks, stretching programs, and site inspections to reduce employee accident claims

Accomplishments

oDirected opening of Montgomeryville store from ground (2013); hired 600+ employees while exceeding 1st year retention, sales, and budget goals

oReduced shrink at Montgomeryville store from 3.02 to 2.21 (2018)

oDecreased store accident rate yearly in Montgomeryville to 0.51 (2018)

oLowered grand opening average turnover by 98%

ASSISTANT DIVISION HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER 2002-2006

Wegmans Food Markets Inc. – PA/NJ

Direct Human Resources operations for 10 stores in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with focus on HR representatives and recruiters as well as 450-600 employees per store.

Recommended and administered benefits programs such as life, health, and dental insurance; pension plans; vacation; sick leave; and leave of absence assistance by studying employee legal rights and company trends

Partnered with company's insurance department on workers compensation program including review and processing of legal claims, participation in settlement negotiations, and creation

Responded to changing ideas, responsibilities, expectations, and processes; engaged in problem-solving activities

Engaged in networking and recruitment efforts with emphasis on diversity in support of equity commitments and affirmative action plans

Collaborated with various internal groups regarding implementation of cost-saving initiatives for company

Led town hall meetings, provided open door days, implemented employee recognition and rewards programs, and supported family-oriented events for employees

Provided guidance on employee relations and matters of corrective action including all non-harassment workplace threats, violence, and other investigations

Accomplishments

oAchieved highest overall satisfaction rate on last total company survey (Wilkes-Barre store)

oEstablished mentor program for employees to develop skills and reach personal and professional goals

oSelected by Fortune Magazine as Best Company to Work for In America 2005: #1 Rank in Country; served on corporate committee that submitted forth proposal

EDUCATION

MASTER IN EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (in progress, current 4.0 GPA) – Adelphi University, Garden City, NY

**Gamma Beta Phi Society National Honor Society Member**

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNICATIONS – State University of New York, Brockport, NY

HONORS/AWARDS

American Red Cross Community Service Award

United Way Superhero Award

South Abington Township Service Recognition Award – Chief Chinchilla Hose Company

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) – Member

Montgomery County Incident Support Team – Fire Officer Team Member (2017 – Present)

PA/NY Fire Departments – Chief, Chief Officer, Fire Fighter, Training Officer, EMT-D, CPR/AED Instructor (1988 - Present)

Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County – Marketing Council (2018 - 2019)

United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (2022-Present)

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAININGS

Past Chief, Battalion Chief, Assistant Chief/EMT-D

Firefighter/CPR & AED Instructor

Certified Agent with Fire Arms Act 235 - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Protective Measures Awareness with certifications in Taser, OC Pepper Spray, Expandable Baton, and Handcuffing

QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Instructor Certification Program

Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor

Additional Training Matrix Available

TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Office Suite (including Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) QuickBooks SharePoint ADP Lawson

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