Human Resources Resource

VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES (HR)

ESTABLISHING LONG-TERM HR EFFORTS THAT ACHIEVE BUSINESS AND EMPLOYEE OBJECTIVES

Highly analytical and accountable human resources leader with extensive experience providing multi-location leadership and balancing business and employee needs across midsize to large-scale organizations. Serve as trusted advisor to executive leadership, directing human resource-related matters while cultivating supportive and positive company culture. Take great pride in position as employee enablement advocate, establishing equal opportunities and career advancement paths. Highly regarded for innovation, having identified and implemented digital technology solutions that reduce costs and increase efficiency.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

●HR Strategy & Execution

●Organizational Development

●Innovation & Transformations

●Talent Acquisition & Retention

●Professional & Leadership Development

●Culture Building

●Business Acumen

●Employee Relations

●Process Optimization

●Policy & Program Development

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

●Conducted audits, applying analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and rectify benefit invoice discrepancies in systems following earlier migration from professional employer organization (PEO) to Paylocity; ensured full coverage and facilitated benefit renewals at Hello Bello.

●Co-directed digital transformation from concept to launch, reviewing details of request for proposal (RFP) and selecting new vendor for first time in 40 years at Bell County; partnered with applicant tracking system (ATS) to roll out electronic orientation and achieved better coverage for less cost while creating efficiencies and supporting organizational growth.

● Empowered team at Five Star Staffing to observe client needs and strengthen client relationships through personalization, removing barriers to exit by providing on-call services and 24-hour service and participating in client training days; contributed to significant business growth, expanding Waco branch from team of 4 to 9 by end of tenure.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BELL COUNTY / Belton, TX 2023–Present

Director - Human Resources

Serve as the Human Resource Executive implementing the first HCM for the County, including business process evaluation and transitioned paper drive processes to a fully automated onboarding process resulting in improved efficiencies as well as enhanced services supporting over 1300 full time employees and up to 500-600 part time employees.

Partner with Elected Official and Department heads in performance improvement, employee management and supervisory development.

Create tools and visibility for County Leaders for employment related data previously unavailable or not tracked.

Ally to incoming Elected Official and newly hired/appointed Department Heads to ensure alliance with County policies, procedures and/or guidelines.

Evaluate Benefit RFP for medical, dental, vision, and supplemental coverages to provide an exceptional benefit package to employees.

Facilitate Employee Financial and Mental Health Wellness Education tools to add value to the employees benefit programs.

Create training and educational opportunities to employees of all levels to expand knowledge of County provided tools, such as Workday LMS, and learning opportunities.

Compensation evaluation and study to successfully increase employee compensation to a point where lower wage employees received over a 15% increase, as well as relative evaluation of compensation on a more regular basis.

Operate and continuously improve Human Resources service offering to the County with a minimal staff, while creating opportunities for learning and development for the Human Resource team.

HELLO BELLO / Waco, TX 2022–2023

Human Resources Director

Serve as partner to executive leadership, developing HR plans and strategies that support organizational business objectives while increasing employee engagement across 3 facilities with 175 full-time and approximately 100 temporary workers. Facilitate employee and manager relations across manufacturing and fulfillment teams. Work collaboratively to establish strong HR presence since joining the Waco facilities. Leverage deep understanding of culture, diversity, and drivers impacting positive employee experience to devise policies, revise schedules, set framework for staff augmentation, and ensure appropriate management of benefits.

●Streamlined safety training and successfully advocated for day 1 training of new hires; collaborated with partner to administer state grant and initiate training. Enhanced organizational safety culture.

●Hosted recruiting events to introduce the community and potential new candidates to the facility resulting in 20+ successful contingent offers of employment.

BELL COUNTY / Belton, TX 2020–2022

Director - Human Resources

Developed and managed team of 3 HR professionals and coordinated with payroll department. Oversaw benefit enrollment of 1,200 associates. Onboarded and processed 10-20 new hires bimonthly. Brought knowledge of HR policies, programs, laws, and best practices to organization and ensured compliance. Authored policies for newly established laws and presented policies to courts for approval. Navigated challenges posed by pandemic, drawing upon excellent verbal and written communication skills to manage remote workers and facilitate transition back to office.

●Served as valuable resource to each department, working with leadership and elected officials to establish robust recruitment and training processes while offering equal opportunities to all associates. Cultivated positive company culture; repeatedly consulted for expertise by former colleagues today.

●Conducted pay study to rectify pay inequality, revamped pay scales, elevating employee morale and culture.

●Lead implementation of training programs for various departments within the county to foster inclusive and safe work environments for all employees.

EMERSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. / Temple, TX 2011–2022

Human Resources Manager

Served as strategic business partner to leadership team comprised of president and chief operating officer (COO) and took over project management team following departure of project management head. Owned all HR functions, safety, and operations. Led team of 27. Drove technology initiatives to elevate recruiting, HR information systems, benefit design, negotiation, and administration. Collated data for proposals and collaborated with COO to review contracts. Maintained compliance with regulations and reporting according to state and federal requirements. Carried out community relations, educating students on HR career opportunities in industry.

●Spearheaded full correction of 401K plan by ramping up associate education; realized increase in contribution from 10% to over 60% without auto-enrollment.

●Collaborated with president and other senior leaders to scale business with people-first culture; enhanced employee appreciation efforts and realigned pay scales with market, fostering positive environment with reduced turnover.

●Played integral role preparing organization for Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) audits; achieved no major violations.

FIVE STAR STAFFING (DBA SPHERION STAFFING) / Waco & Temple, TX 2004–2010

Branch Manager (2007–2010)

Worked directly with mid-sized and large clients, building and executing plans for talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development, compensation, and benefits. Partnered with business leaders to fulfill HR and staffing needs for manufacturing, call center, and professional office positions, developing policies and monitoring safety and attendance. Shared best practices in human resources information system (HRIS) and payroll systems for reporting and efficiencies. Played strategic role in sales, building relationships with prospective clients, delivering presentations, and articulating compelling value proposition to decision-makers.

●Developed comprehensive strategic recruiting plans to attract highly engaged and top-performing team of bilingual associates to fill positions within large-scale 24/7 call center; positioned client to meet high seasonal demand.

●Earned recognition from major 2 clients and corporate office for commitment to partnership, consistently devising and executing HR strategies aligned with business outcomes; awarded bonus for positively impacting business results.

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Additional experience includes Recruiter and Client Service Manager at Five Star Staffing and Human Resource / Safety Director at McGuire Transportation, Inc.

EDUCATION AND ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Trinity Law School; Santa Ana, CA – Master of Legal Studies in Human Resource Management (expected completion in July 2023)

Western Governors University (transferred from Temple College); Online – Bachelor of Science in Business and Human Resource Management

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certifications: Employing Abilities @ Work (2020) Veterans at Work (2020) SHRM-SCP (2019)

AFFILIATIONS

Society for Human Resource Management – Member (2008–Present)

Central Texas Human Resource Management Association (CTHRMA): College Relations (2022) Treasurer (2020–2021) President (2019) Membership Director (2018) Member (2017–Present)

Texas Society for Human Resource Management (Texas SHRM): Membership Director (2020–Present) Member (2018–Present)

Bell County Adopt a Roadway – Founder (2017–Present)

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