Organizational Development Employee Relations

Judith Coombs - M.A O/I, Psychology, HR, BSc, SHRM-CP

Human Resource Manager - ******@***.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/judith-coombs-hr/

Gilbert, AZ, USA 480-***-****

Accomplished HR leader with 11+ years of progressive experience guiding HR teams, aligning people

strategies with organizational goals, and building high-performing, mission-driven cultures. Expert in talent management, regulatory compliance, & process improvement across non-profit, public, and private sectors.

Recognized for leveraging HRIS and data analytics to drive operational efficiency and for fostering employee engagement, retention, and well-being in multi-site environments.

Education

-Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science Business Management

Minor: Marketing

-Northern Arizona University

Masters of Arts Industrial and Organizational Psychology, HR

Work Experience

HR Operations, Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Food for the Hungry

May 2023 Feb 2024

- Focused on organizational development, leading to significant improvements in employee satisfaction and overall organizational performance

-Implemented a new HRIS platform, improving data integrity by 40% and automating workflows, which reduced administrative overhead by 30%.

-Established compliance frameworks and standardized international benefits administration, achieving 100% adherence to labor laws and tax regulations.

-Served as a key advisor to leadership on HR strategy, supporting a values-driven, multi-site workforce across diverse cultures.

-Developed recordkeeping and OSHA compliance procedures, reinforcing a culture of accountability

and continuous improvement.

HR Business Partner

Unique Home Design UHD (6-month fractional contract)

Feb 2023 Oct 2023

-Acted as a strategic partner to executive leadership, aligning HR initiatives with business growth and organizational priorities.

-Managed employee relations & conducted investigations, ensuring regulatory compliance

and a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

-Developed and implemented succession planning strategies to ensure continuity and minimize disruption within the organization.

-Supported benefits administration and compliance with ACA, HIPAA, and COBRA, streamlining processes for greater efficiency.

-Established and tracked performance measures to assess the impact of HR strategies on business outcomes.

-Collaborated with senior leaders to establish a clear strategic direction for HR initiatives &

programs.

Human Resources Manager

Living Word Bible Church

May 2019 Dec 2022

- Directed HR operations for seven locations, leading a team to deliver consistent, mission-driven HR

support.

-Developed and implemented a strategic vision for HR operations, resulting in improved employee engagement and retention.

-Led the development of policy development frameworks, ensuring alignment with organizational

goals and objectives.

-Streamlined payroll and HRIS processes for 220 employees, leveraging data analytics to drive operational improvements.

-Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations and provided guidance on complex employee

relations matters.

-Fostered a culture of continuous professional development, leading to improved job satisfaction &

reduced turnover rates.

Night Manager & Financial Auditor

Element by Westin & Destination Hotels

Oct 2016 Nov 2020

-Conducted financial audits and reconciliations, ensuring compliance and identifying opportunities for

process automation and increased efficiency.

-Implemented automated reimbursement processes, strengthening financial controls and data accuracy.

HR & Operations Manager

Page' Cafe at Chandler Public Library

Mar 2012 Sep 2016

-Managed HR operations and talent development for a multi-site non-profit, achieving a 95% employee retention rate.

-Ensured compliance with Employment Laws and regulations, minimizing risk & maintaining a positive employer brand.

-Developed and implemented effective HR Management strategies to drive business growth and improve employee engagement.

-Led change management and process improvement initiatives, increasing operational efficiency by

35%.

-Developed and enforced HR policies, supporting a values-driven, compliant, & inclusive organizational culture.

Languages

Swahili (fluent),Luo (fluent)

Core Skills

HR Leadership & Strategic Planning, Talent Management & Onboarding, Mentoring, Employee Engagement & Retention, Talent acquisition, Employee onboarding & offboarding, Oral and written communication, Project Management, Coaching, Regulatory Compliance & Process Improvement, Mission-Driven Culture Building, Time Management, HRIS & Data Management (ADP, Workday, UKG, PeopleSoft, Slack, Zoom, Gusto, Inbox, Microsoft office, Kronos), Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives, Performance Management, Presentation skills, Problem solving, Change Management & Operational Efficiency, Supervision/leadership, FMLA,

Committee Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement, Vendor & Carrier Relations, Ai integration skills, PowerPoint Presentation, Spreadsheets, Google Suite etc.

Certificates

SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)

-SHRM

Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

-HRCI

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