Employee Relations Human Resources

DAVID DANDOLA

Boca Raton, Florida ***** 862-***-**** ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Result-driven HR professional with vast experience specializing in employee relations, policy development, recruitment and training. Proven ability to foster strong relationships while helping to promote a positive work environment that drives organizational success.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Employee Relations

HR Policies and Procedures

Title VII Compliance

Recruitment and Selection

Equal Employment Opportunity

Training and Development

Workplace Safety and Health

FMLA Administration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Partner, The West Quill Group (HR Consulting Firm)

New York, NY and Boca Raton, FL

2009 – 2024

Analyzed evidence and provided consultation and assessment on complex employee relations cases to determine the best course of corrective or disciplinary actions.

Served as a key contact for managers and company officers on employee relations issues.

Developed strategies to improve employee relations and workplace culture.

Conducted Employee Relations and FMLA seminars and training workshops.

Authored and refined employee handbooks and HR policies and procedures.

Created performance management programs and structured exit interview strategies.

Developed recruitment strategies to attract diverse candidates and streamlined onboarding processes.

Supervisory Agent, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Human Resources / Internal Affairs

Newark, NJ

2002 - 2009

Supervised and mentored a staff of 47, ensuring effective HR practices and guidance.

Managed HR/Internal Affairs functions, resolving employee grievances and advising upper management on related matters.

Investigated, wrote and implemented all corrective and disciplinary actions for all federal employees within my jurisdiction.

Represented the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in civil and criminal matters, employment mediations, depositions and other legal processes.

Devised, wrote and implemented new HR policies and procedures.

Conducted training for management in Employee Relations and FMLA, fostering leadership development within the agency.

Human Resources Director, Mann Industries

New York, NY

1989 - 2002

Developed HR strategies aligned with corporate objectives and streamlined recruitment and onboarding processes.

Created HR policies ensuring compliance and promoting a positive work environment.

Administered performance reviews and employee development programs.

Ensured competitive compensation and benefits.

Managed the HR budget.

CORE STRENGTHS

Effective Leadership

Strong Management Skills

Excellent Oral and Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Resolution

Problem Solving

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts Candidate, History

University of South Carolina

1982 - 1987

CERTIFICATIONS

FMLA Administrator, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2007

Employee Relations Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2006

Federal Investigations and Procedures, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2005

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