Human Resources Labor Relations

ALLEN P. NUCCIO, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

301-***-**** *********@*****.***

Seasoned Human Resources leader with a strong track record of aligning people strategies with organizational goals. Skilled in cultivating positive workplace cultures, boosting employee engagement, and leading strategic HR initiatives. Brings deep expertise in labor relations, compliance, and driving organizational effectiveness.

EXPERIENCE

Service Employees International Union, Washington, DC 2019 – 2025 Deputy Director, Human Resources (3/2024—5/2025)

Interim Director, Human Resources (9/2022—3/2024)

Assistant HR Director (10/2019—9/2022)

Managed staff of up to 11 employees and a budget of up to $3.9M;

Works in conjunction with Department Director and Chief of Staff on all matters related to personnel, staffing, labor relations, and related strategic planning;

Provided strategic guidance on best human resources practices across departments, including in the areas of personnel management, compensation, and interpretation of union policies and procedures;

Served as subject matter expert on staff union labor contracts and oversees labor relations matters, including collective bargaining and grievance/arbitration processes;

Worked closely with Finance department on payroll and related matters; reviews and approves department expenditures and contracts;

Managed union’s performance management process, both in terms of overseeing the technological aspects and providing training to staff on how to properly navigate the process;

Provided direct supervision and guidance to talent acquisition team;

Interfaced with internal and external counsel on relevant matters;

Liaised with healthcare trustees and other Benefit Fund employees on matters pertaining to health and welfare plans;

Navigated politically sensitive situations with a high level of discretion.

Ecrion Software, Inc., Rockville, MD 2017 – 2019

Human Resources Director/Consultant

Managed HR functions in three offices: Rockville, MD; Bucharest, RO; London, ENG;

Implemented company’s first employee handbooks, custom written for each office;

Procured and managed implementation of the company’s first 401(k) retirement plan;

Procured and oversaw the implementation of an automated payroll reporting system;

Conducted management training programs on-site in Romania and the United States;

Created, in coordination with development managers, an internship program to recruit and develop junior software developers;

Recruited numerous executive-level positions for the company: VP of Marketing, Director of Sales, Director of Implementations, Director of Customer Success;

Implemented a new recruiting philosophy emphasizing cultural fit over experience;

Worked with the executive team to establish long- and short-term strategic goals for Human Resources and the company as a whole;

Transitioned to consultant after resignation from company, maintaining same responsibilities while onboarding new HR Director.

ATU International, Silver Spring. MD 2012 – 2017

Confidential Assistant to the Senior Staff Director/International President Deputy Director of Operations

Managed contracts and served as the point of contact for outside vendors and contractors providing services ranging from landscaping, building renovations, cleaning and kitchen services, production of shirts and other giveaway items, and transportation;

Served on convention planning committees for 2000+ attendee conventions in San Diego, CA and Toronto, ON; duties ranged from working with hotels on setup and food and beverage, overseeing travel accommodations with travel agencies; day-to-day managing of staff during the convention;

Managed mailroom/stockroom staff of 1-3 employees; implemented new inventory tracking system; managed contract and relationship with UPS and USPS and vendors;

Point of contact for hospitality management company contracted to oversee conference center operations;

Reported directly, at various times, to the International President, Senior Staff Director, and Director of Operations;

Planned and supervised training for local unions at the center; ensuring the execution of events from guest travel and lodging, training material production, food and beverage, and room setup;

Wrote correspondence on behalf of the International President and other Executive Officers;

Worked in a highly political environment where discretion and astute judgment were essential.

MCGEO, Gaithersburg, MD 2011 – 2012

Field Representative

Worked with the County Office of Human Resources on all labor relations matters;

Primary focus on contract enforcement and grievance filing;

Represented employees at grievance hearings and arbitrations;

Organized Labor-Management Relations Committee meetings to resolve departmental issues;

Managed approximately 15 union stewards;

Developed strong relationships with County managers to peacefully and expeditiously resolve potential conflicts prior to escalation.

UHW West, Orange/Los Angeles County, CA 2010– 2011 Business Representative/Staff Organizer

Managed labor relations at nine separate Kaiser Permanente facilities within Orange County;

Led internal organizing campaigns to ensure employee engagement and support through decertification campaign; led Orange County North team in metrics measuring employee contact and engagement throughout campaign;

Transitioned to business representative role at Hollywood Presbyterian and City of Hope hospitals;

Responsible for filing and processing grievances, recruiting and training shop stewards;

Primary liaison between the union and management.

EDUCATION

University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD Master of Science Human Resources Management

Saint Mary’s College of Maryland, Saint Mary’s City, MD Bachelor of Arts Political Science

CERTIFICATIONS

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

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

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