Human Resources Business Partner

Fred Johnson

Irving, Texas ***** 817-***-**** ************@*****.***

Putting the “Human” Back in Human Resources

An HR Director that helps build business by hiring the right talented people and keeping them engaged. Staying on top of projects and making sure all parts get to the finish line at the same time is one thing I do best. The ability to juggle jobs and rarely missing a deadline developed through my professional experiences. It also comes from working closely with all with the very different personalities, activities, schedules and demands. I’ve learned to budget my time and my assets, and most importantly, to be flexible and very approachable to get things done.

Specialties

As an experienced HR professional, my specialties are in, HRIS management, employee Relations, Performance Management, and Compensation & Benefits Administration. I ensure HR Compliance and lead Workforce Planning initiatives, former us of ADP WFN, Workday, Paycom, Kronos, and Taleo ATS. My strategic approach to HR encompasses Organizational Development, Employee Training, and HR Policy creation. I've successfully managed Payroll processes, Benefits Implementation.

Professional Experience

IACX Energy 09/23/2023 to 4/30/2025

Human Resource Business Partner (Contract)

As the HR Business Partner, I used my previous training in developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives that align with organizational goals and drive business success. Faced with an inadequate HR infrastructure that lacked even basic functionalities, I spearheaded the creation, customization, and implementation of a comprehensive HR platform from the ground up. This initiative transformed our HR capabilities, enabling efficient operations and fostering a positive work environment that promotes employee engagement and productivity.

Assessed the existing HR platform, identifying critical gaps in functionality

Boosted team morale and productivity by 15% through personalized engagement strategies, directly contributing to our company's core goals.

Revamped our performance review process, making it more meaningful and effective. This led to a 30% increase in the quality of feedback, helping team members grow and excel in their roles.

Created and implemented a new employee referral program that not only increased our quality hires by 30% but also brought in diverse talent that enriched our team culture in locations that were in low population regions.

Streamlined the onboarding process, making it more welcoming and efficient. This helped new team members feel valued and productive 25% faster than before, enhancing their overall experience as well as now consistent.

Acted as a trusted advisor and mediator in workplace relationships, providing support to both team members and leaders. This effort significantly improved workplace harmony and reduced conflicts, creating a more positive work environment.

Partnered with business leaders to craft and implement strategies for nurturing talent. This included creating clear paths for growth and developing future leaders, ensuring our team's long-term success and individual career satisfaction.

Used the power of HR data to make informed decisions. By tracking key indicators like turnover rates and job satisfaction, enlightened the upper management on the real cost of turnover and how it affects their bottom line.

Guided our team through organizational changes with clear communication and empathy. This approach helped ease transitions and maintain team morale during periods of change.

Served as a knowledgeable resource on HR best practices and policies. I ensured we not only met legal requirements but also cultivated a positive work culture where everyone could thrive.

Revolution Finance/Liberty Tax and Loans

Director of Human Resources (Contract to Perm) 8/01/2021 to 9/18/2023

Served as an integral member of the leadership team, providing proactive and value-added HR solutions to help improve the overall organizational capability and effectiveness for ten plus states. Implementing all practices to all new states that have not been implemented for state-to-state constancy, such as optimal employee productivity, employee engagement, cost of turnover, operational efficiency as well as building a great leadership team that aligns with the organizations core values of integrity, superior customer service, quality, teamwork, innovation and respect for all.

Managing and administering all human resources functions for multi states, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, safety, employee relations, performance management and staff development.

Implementing the new return to work approach and practices from the hybrid employee to back to the office for other employees due to the pandemic.

Providing advice and counsel to management and the store employees in the field, in the development and implementation of consistent policies and practices that comply with all state and local compliance in all our store’s needs.

Managing and directing the development of all job descriptions that are consistent as well as new approach to employee screening/recruitment activities.

Working with employee’s communication for promotions, job assignment changes and employee retention.

Robert Half (Pharmaceutical Company)

Interim Director of Human Resources 04/05/2021 - 7/9/2021

Formerly headed up the HR portion of a new company purchase, and new HRIS system change, working on Great Places to work Survey roll out., and COVID return to work planning and implementation.

Developed and executed a lifecycle approach to talent management focused on forecasting, staffing, on-boarding, development, performance management, career / succession planning, talent movement and retention, leveraging rigorous workforce analytics and insights.

Ensured that when managers recruit, they use best practice methodologies, so that the right people are in the right jobs with the right skills, knowledge, and know-how, at the right moment.

Used and understood employment law, was able to find accurate information in cases of new situations and manages problems and issues that can arise in the workplace.

Applied policies and procedures and current legislation, always implemented best practices, practical human resources solutions.

Provide advice to management and employees in order to meet current and future business needs, and included resource management, training & development, performance management, benefits and the execution of appropriate HR policies, procedures and projects.

Was leader on the HR acquisition team, current and future business.

Liberty Loans

Director of Human Resources 5/15/2019 - 12/31/2020

Previously served as an integral member of the leadership team, providing proactive and value-added HR solutions to help improve the overall organizational capability and effectiveness. Implementing all new practices never before used, such as optimal employee productivity, employee engagement, cost of turnover, operational efficiency as well as building a great leadership team that aligns with the organizations core values of integrity, superior customer service, quality, teamwork, innovation and respect for all.

Previously managed and administering all human resources functions for multi states, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, safety, employee relations, performance management and staff development.

Providing advice and counsel to management and the store employees in the field, in the development and implementation of policies and practices that comply with all our store’s needs.

Manages and directs the development of all job descriptions and employee screening/recruitment activities.

Working with employee’s communication for promotions, job assignment changes and terminations.

Implementing the use of statistical reports concerning recruitment, interviews, hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations.

Make recommendations to management for improvement of employment policies, procedures, and practices and training.

Processes payroll for all employees, including supporting documentation, tax payments, audit trails and permanent employee records. Prepares all necessary supporting documents and reports for internal audit and/or management review.

Robert Half Company

Director of Human Resources 8/2017 - 5/2019

Supported and developed the right talent through the use of company’s policies and managing procedures. Recognized as responsible, reliable, and approachable, regularly contributed to making the company a better workplace. The companies listed below are long term projects that needed a person that could come in take control and run with the projects to get their Companies compliant and running smoothly in a very short amount of time.

Beverage Distribution Company and Transportation Company:

Developed and delivered HR initiatives that support the company's direction.

Compensation planning, cost of turn over implementation, assessment implementation and administration for hiring.

Built the entire HR system from scratch, policies & procedures, benefit plans, software, employee liability, Workers Comp programs, in 56 standalone stores in multiple states.

Created consistency and compliance in all stores within a 90-day period.

Managed the resolution of complex employee relations issues, initiating and spearheading the investigation of employee complaints while partnering with legal counsel, when necessary.

Exercised independent judgment and discretion while utilizing company policies and practices to determine appropriate action.

Transformed a nonexistent Human Resources department into a functional strategic business partner by working with senior leadership to implement policies and procedures that are compliant, cost effective and supportive of growth opportunities.

Involved in and refined the recruiting process, including generating job descriptions, posting advertisements, and managing the hiring process using a strategic process of assessments and interview questions.

Participated in implementing major goals and objectives and serves as a resource in all HR aspects which include employment assessments, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee orientation, training and development, regulatory compliance, succession planning.

Played a key role in implementation and delivery through effective partnerships with other HR areas, Field Operations and Training of new programs along with Safety and onboarding processes.

Provided consistency and consultancy, advice and coaching to senior regional leadership, as appropriate from onboarding to leadership roles.

Proactively drove improvements to business performance by providing expertise on organization design and change.

Coached, developed, and managed direct team members to build organizational capability and provide opportunities for job enrichment: ensured service excellence is a priority among all team members along with serving as a role model and a strong leader.

Education and Professional Development

B.B.A., Finance, Concordia College, MN

M.B.A., Human Resources Management, Concordia College, MN

CHRS, Certified Healthcare Reform Specialist - HRC

ACA Affordable Healthcare Act Certified

Workforce Now Implementations: HR, Performance, ACA, Benefits, Recruiting

Myers Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI) Licensed Practitioner (The Myers Briggs Company)

Strong Inventory Interests® (Strong) Licensed Practitioner (The Myers Briggs Company)

Certified Life Coach Supervisor (The DaySpring Institute for Training & Development)

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