PAUL HAGERTY
Human Resources
*.*******@******.*** https:www.linkedin.com/in/paul-hagerty McKinney, Texas
Professional Summary
Accomplished and innovative Human Resources leader with extensive experience in building and optimizing HR functions for organizations ranging from startups to national and global enterprises. Proven ability to develop strategic HR solutions that reduce costs, enhance employee engagement, and streamline operations. Expertise in recruitment, compliance, employee relations, training, and performance management. Adept at fostering workplace cultures that align HR strategies with organizational goals for sustainable success.
Skills
Leadership Strategic Thinking Problem Solving Data Analysis
Employee Relations Staffing, Onboarding, Retention Benefits Administration
HRIS Expertise (iCIMS, ADP, Gusto, Paycom, Paylocity)
Performance Management Ethical and Legal Compliance Training & Development
Employment Summary
vcfo – Senior People Operations/HR Consultant
March 2022 – July 2024
Trusted advisor providing full-scope HR expertise to clients across diverse industries. Delivered customized solutions to reduce costs, improve retention, and enhance employee engagement.
Integrated UKG HRIS for a retail chain, reducing manual processing costs by $80,000.
Conducted compensation benchmarking for a design firm, saving $90,000 while boosting retention.
Streamlined payroll, training, and recruitment processes for a financial services company.
Developed and implemented performance management frameworks, ensuring consistent evaluations.
Hagerty HR Consulting – HR Consultant/Owner
July 2016 – March 2022
Provided strategic HR solutions to organizations, addressing compliance, employee engagement, and process improvement.
Reduced overtime costs by $170,000 through scheduling and onboarding optimization.
Enhanced high-performing employee retention by 16% with leadership training programs.
Audited compliance for startups, preempting regulatory violations and associated costs.
HazTek Safety Management – Director of Human Resources
December 2017 – December 2018
Built the HR department for a rapidly growing company, overseeing systems integration and employee engagement.
Supported a 15% headcount increase by implementing scalable HR processes.
Reduced staffing costs by $150K and cut time-to-fill positions by 22%.
Lowered benefit costs by 30% through self-insured plan negotiations with enhanced offerings.
SuperAmerica Convenience Stores – Director of Human Resources
May 2013 – November 2016
Revitalized HR for a workforce of 2,700 across 195 locations. Improved employee retention and operational efficiency.
Decreased turnover by 28% by centralizing recruitment and enhancing hiring practices.
Automated data management, saving $43,000 annually and eliminating $70,000 in temp costs.
Developed a team of 11 HR staff while implementing leadership training programs.
The Hershey Company – Human Resources Business Partner
April 2006 – November 2012
Delivered strategic HR solutions for 575 employees, driving retention, succession planning, and performance improvements.
Increased annual sales by 11%-14% through strategic workforce planning.
Reduced high performer turnover by 27% with stay interviews and improved succession plans.
Designed and implemented onboarding and training systems for field sales teams.
Education
The University of Connecticut – B.S.B.A in Business Administration and Marketing
Certifications
SHRM-SCP
PHR