Human Resource Employee Relations

Tasha R. Mier

Covington LA ***** 985-***-**** ********@*****.***

Objective

Dynamic HR professional seeking a role that leverages my expertise in management, employee relations, and compliance to promote organizational growth while advancing my skills in leadership and human resource development.

Education

Master’s in Leadership & Human Resource Development Louisiana State University December 2021

-GPA - 3.98

Bachelor of Arts in Business Management Southeastern Louisiana University December 2013

- Minor: Human Resource Management

- GPA (Minor): 3.7

- President’s List & Honor Roll (Multiple Semesters)

Core Skills

HR Policy Development, Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution, Recruiting, Onboarding, & Training Programs, Payroll Processing & Compliance, Benefits Administration & Claims Resolution, State & Federal Compliance (FMLA, Labor Laws), Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Payroll Systems

Professional Experience

Benefits Manager May 2023 – January 17, 2025 MSHS PPG – Mandeville, LA MSHS Pacific Power Group specializes in designing, selling, and servicing power and propulsion systems in the marine, power generation, industrial and defense sectors. They have full-service workshops in Alaska, California, Florida, Hawaii, Louisiana, and Washington with 475 employees worldwide.

Oversee the administration of comprehensive employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Conduct benefits education and open enrollment sessions to ensure employees understand plan options.

Collaborate with leadership to evaluate and improve the organization's benefit offerings.

Manage compliance with state and federal regulations, including ACA reporting and COBRA administration.

Partnered with Awardco for employee recognition – implementation of Awardco – training employees of new recognition platform.

Identified a $125,000 refund owed to the company during an audit of benefit bills, leading to successful recovery of funds.

Conducted comprehensive audits to ensure accuracy and efficiency in benefit billings.

Integrated PPG 401(k) plan into MSHS 401(k) system for 250 employees, ensuring smooth transition and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

HR Generalist February 2022 – May 2023 MSHS PPG – Mandeville, LA

Provided full-spectrum HR support, including recruitment, employee onboarding, and performance management.

Acted as the primary contact for employee relations, resolving workplace concerns and conflicts.

Supported payroll processing and maintained compliance with labor laws and company policies.

Streamlined HR operations to improve efficiency and employee satisfaction.

Human Resource Coordinator June 2018 – February 2022 Kushner LaGraize, LLC – Metairie, LA Kushner LaGraize, LLC – leader in providing personalized accounting services to the surrounding Metropolitan area.

Oversee HR operations for 51 employees and 12 partners at an accounting firm.

Develop pay structures, employee handbooks, and HR policies to align with federal and state regulations.

Facilitate conflict resolution between employees and management to ensure a positive workplace.

Administer benefits programs, resolve claims, and coordinate open enrollment.

Human Resource Coordinator January 2016 – February 2018 Gulf Industries, Inc. – Covington, LA Gulf Industries, Inc. – leader in roadway construction and safety products.

Oversee 65 employees in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Massachusetts.

Processed weekly and bi-weekly payroll, including Davis-Bacon certified payroll.

Administer benefits programs, resolve claims, and coordinate open enrollment and reconcile monthly benefit bill.

Payroll Tax Specialist July 2014 – December 2015 Netchex – Covington, LA Netchex – leader in providing payroll and benefits to companies in need of outsourcing, company served over 4000 clients.

Provided services to companies through paying payroll liabilities to agencies in a timely manner.

Submitted monthly and quarterly withholding and unemployment returns to agencies.

Key Accomplishments

Successfully developed and implemented HR policies that enhanced organizational compliance and employee satisfaction.

Structured innovative payroll systems and improved efficiency in benefit administration.

Maintained a high rate of accuracy in tax filings and reconciliations.

Memberships and Affiliations

Society for Human Resource Management – National member (2013 – present)

Northshore Society for Human Resource Management – Local member (2013 - present)

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