Employee Relations Talent Acquisition

Raynee Graeff

Suffolk, VA Phone: 254-***-**** ************@******.*** http://www.linkedin.com/in/raynee

Strategic HR Leader Compliance & Employee Relations Expert People-Centered Focus

Experienced HR leader with over 15 years of leadership in human resources strategy, employee relations, multi-state compliance and employment law, talent acquisition, learning and development, and DEI-centered workforce development. Adept at aligning HR functions with mission-driven values across organizations.

Core Competencies

Organizational Culture & Change Management, Employee Engagement & Retention Strategy, Workforce Compliance (Multi-State, FLSA, ADA, FMLA), DEI Program Design & Implementation, HRIS Systems (ADP Workforce Now, ADP Total Source, Paycom, PeopleSoft, ClearCompany, Taleo, Gusto), Data-Driven HR Strategy & Analytics, Talent Acquisition, HR Technology Implementations & Migrations, Values-based leadership.

Professional Experience

Marco Fine Arts - Hybrid

HR Compliance and Payroll Manager November 2024 – April 2025

Reported to CEO

-Managed a team of payroll specialists, improving efficiency in payroll processes and increasing utilization of ADP to reduce employee workload and reduce errors.

-Conducted compliance audits across HR, identified risks, and implemented mitigation strategies.

-Developed and enforced policies and procedures aligned with legal requirements, company culture, and values.

-Stayed informed about evolving employment regulations and proactively implemented updates to maintain compliance and mitigate risk for the organization.

-Led labor and pay transparency audits required by the EDD, State of California, identified and resolved areas of risk, and implemented process improvements.

-Advised HR and management on complex employee relations issues, ensuring consistent and compliant resolutions.

-Partnered with cross-functional teams to implement compliance strategies, increasing efficiency, improving access to information, and providing more timely responses.

-Collaborated with executives to align compliance efforts with organizational goals and social responsibility initiatives.

Architectural Surfaces – Remote

Employee Relations and Compliance Manager November 2022 – November 2024

Reported to CEO

-Led multi-site remote team of HRBPs directing operations for 570 employees across 28 multi-state locations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

-Led implementation of a centralized ATS and HRIS (transition from Paycom to ADP adding Clear Company), improving reporting accuracy, reducing time to fill, and streamlining hiring, onboarding, and offboarding.

-Conducted multi-state compliance audits and updated policy manual to ensure alignment with legal updates.

-Partnered with executives on employee relations and engagement initiatives decreasing turnover by 14% in one year.

-Implemented performance management framework, developed and provided training to management teams and employees.

-Delivered tailored training programs, augmenting employee proficiency and leadership skills.

-Oversaw full cycle talent acquisition process, consistently securing high-caliber candidates across the organization, including hiring, interviewing, and onboarding.

Ahamo South - Remote

Owner June 2021 – November 2022

-Founded and operated the southern division of Ahamo, a family owned parking lot striping company serving commercial and residential clients across Central Texas

-Managed all aspects of business operations including estimating, client relations, scheduling, invoicing, and compliance

-Performed hands-on layout and striping of parking lots, ADA markings, fire lanes, and directional signage

-Ensured adherence to state and local regulations for safety, accessibility, and traffic flow

-Sourced and maintained equipment and supplies, negotiated vendor pricing, and oversaw project quality control

-Built a reputation for reliability, precision, and professional service through word-of-mouth and repeat business

DK Partners - Onsite

Human Resources Manager December 2019 – July 2021

-Provided HR support for an award-winning CPA firm.

-Played a pivotal role in recruitment efforts, expediting candidate sourcing.

-Revamped the employee handbook and wrote updated policies.

-Engineered impactful social media strategies, amplifying brand awareness.

-Extended technical support to clients and employees.

-Seamlessly navigated operational transformations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Career Break

Family Caregiver October 2018 – December 2019

-Took time away from the workforce to provide full-time care and support for an immediate family member.

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas - Remote

Various Roles July 1994 – October 2018

Most Recent: HR Social Media Analyst 7 years

-Developed and executed data-driven social media strategies to enhance employer brand, attract top talent, and improve candidate engagement. Increased social media hires by 22% during the first year.

-Monitored analytics and adjusted strategy to improve reach, engagement, and applicant quality.

-Collaborated with recruiting and marketing teams to optimize digital outreach and measure campaign effectiveness.

-Analyzed campaign efficiency, offering data-driven strategic insights.

-Chaired Federal Reserve System Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.

-Served as subject matter expert for Board of Governors Facebook pilot and launch.

-Fostered vibrant LinkedIn communities, accumulating over 200K followers, increasing follower count by 42% in 8 months, driving a 27% boost in career site traffic.

-Developed an system wide employee ambassador group to promote company culture, values, and achievements and help attract talent and improve internal engagement.

-Managed Glassdoor reviews and improved ratings by promoting culture and employee testimonials, which increased ratings from 3.2 to 4.0.

-Developed and led the Fed Alumni Network, managed a team of system content providers from all Districts and the Board of Governors.

Earlier roles included: Communications Specialist, System Internet Recruitment Administrator, Employee Relations Specialist, Talent Acquisition Analyst supporting HR strategy, compliance, and leadership development across multiple Federal Reserve Districts and the Board of Governors.

Education & Certifications

B.S. in Business – Human Resources

Certified Social Media Manager

Georgetown University

Volunteer & Community Engagement

-Member, Big Feels Lab – mental health and arts-based youth engagement

-Volunteer, American Red Cross – disaster support & logistics

-Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters

-Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity – team build coordination

-Support Staff, Camp CAMP (Children’s Association for Maximum Potential), San Antonio

-College Readiness Coach, AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)

-Volunteer, Salvation Army – family services and resource distribution

-Member – SHRM - Society for Human Resource Management, Austin Chapter, and National

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