Human Resources Talent Acquisition

RENEE M. ALFIERI, CWP, LMHC, PCC, PHR, SHRM-CP

Patchogue, NY 11772 · 516-***-**** · **********@***.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneemalfieri/

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Solutions Focused Senior Human Resources Professional with extensive experience in relationship building and strategic Human Resources planning, high performing Talent Acquisition, Employment Law expertise, Organizational Development Effectiveness, Employee Engagement and Wellness Programs. Proven track record in successfully managing and implementing complex human capital solutions, including process and organizational design. Highly skilled at determining and directing company strategy to support productive and profitable business operations and help shape high performing diverse cultures through prolific communications and robust development programs. Skilled at gaining consensus among decision makers and coordinating complex business processes through effective negotiation techniques to achieve strategic objectives.

Strategic Planning Talent Acquisition Executive Education

Wellness Programs Employee Relations Organizational Effectiveness Employment Law

Change Management Performance Management & Appraisals

Human Capital Strategy Culture & Diversity Succession Planning Talent Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

New York State Department of Labor 7/2022-Present

Employment Counselor & Case Manager, Division of Employment & Workforce Solutions

Facilitating Career Assessment and evaluation services Career Change tool identification

in interview skill building/mock interview.

Advising on professional networking and LinkedIn profile creation assistance.

Providing in-depth and hands-on assistance in resume and cover letter content and format development

Acting as a sounding board for job-related thoughts, ideas, feelings, and concerns; a source of support in facing

challenges and barriers in returning to the labor force.

Advocating for job seekers' needs; working with great determination to identify appropriate

resources to meet daily needs of claimants, as well as in finding tailored sources of career information.

Assisting job seekers and career changers alike in developing plans to achieve goals.

Facilitating weekly group workshops for job seekers.

Private Practice Mental Health & Substance Abuse Counseling

Open Loop Health, Teletherapy 05/2024 - Present

Grow Therapy, Teletherapy 03/2024-Present

Sullivan Counseling, Amityville, NY 02/2023-Present

Talkspace Mental Health Counseling, Teletherapy 10/2022–02/2023

Crosby Counseling Center, Sarasota FL 01/2022- 12/2022

Center for Revitalizing Psychiatry, Sarasota, FL 08/2021-01/2022

Private Practice, Alfieri Counseling Services, Mental Health Counselor 08/2020-Present

Epic Insurance Brokers & Consultants, Melville, NY 3/2020 - 08/2020

Human Resources Business Partner (Contract)

Promoted positive employee relationships through communication and accurate interpretation of HR policies

Educated, trained, and supported Management on employee relations and employee performance issues

Collaborated with Leadership in establishing and promoting the corporate culture, implemented wellness initiatives, recognition programs and company -wide employee communications

Collaborated with HR Team to ensure a positive on- boarding experience for new hires

Maintained leave of absence records in HR system, ensured accuracy consistently

NYC Environmental Protection, Flushing, NY 2014-2018

Director of Employee Engagement & Wellness Programs

Successfully planned, designed, and implemented organizational development projects geared to engage employees, and promote a positive and productive work environment

Participated in monthly QWL & other ad hoc committee meetings, prepared &presented status/update reports

Implemented surveys and reports specified by Deputy Commission for OD, of DEP’s organizational climate

Designed and implemented innovative employee health and productivity programs to include developing and overseeing an agency-wide worksite wellness committee

Determined a strategic plan & advocated for wellness programming, policies & procedures with OLR

Recruited trained and supervised a network of high performing wellness champions

Successfully managed timelines and progress across multiple projects and partners simultaneously

Liaised with partners, including the Office of Labor Relations, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, labor-management committees, agency leadership and other stakeholders

Facilitated initiatives, driving performance coaching and feedback

Led bureau employee engagement plans for direct, in-person, on-site discussions with all staff levels of

Designed internally administered survey instruments, resulting in increased employee participation

Overseas Military Sales Group, Woodbury, NY 2011-2012

Senior Human Resources Generalist/ Organizational Development (OD) & Effectiveness (Federal Contractor)

Analyzed business data and trends impacting performance, talent, climate, engagement, and bench strength for succession planning

Proactively shared and delivered innovative training and organizational development solutions to add value, anticipate needs and streamline processes

Consulted with partners and clients to maximize communication plans, strategic messaging, and information sharing, enhancing employee engagement

Managed diverse team of 12 individual contributors and managers across multiple departments, to achieve 100% on goals and successfully launch a Corporate University business model

Recipient of OMSG Team Leader Award as two-time strategic partner volunteer achieving 100% goals

Created competency-based performance management system based off Lominger, established new salary structures, successfully transitioned perception of Human Resources from bureaucratic function into value-added service

Empowering Inquiry, LLC, Melville NY 2008-2014

Executive Coaching & Talent Acquisition

Managed five major accounts in manufacturing (US Nonwovens), healthcare, defense, IT, and financial services, provided C-Suite Executive Coaching to leadership

Spearheaded new talent acquisition and management initiatives for a global manufacturing firm

Successfully vetted and implemented a performance management system (Halogen)

Launched affiliate partnerships with 360JobInterview, Compass Coaching, and Inspiring Potential, resulting in professional leads within talent management and a holistic job search approach

Correctnet, Hauppauge, NY 2007-2008

Vice President, Human Resources

Led and oversaw strategic direction for organization’s human resources policies, programs, procedures, and key corporate initiatives, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, consistently

o Orchestrated and optimized strong partnerships with Operations to support organizational needs and team development Spearheaded the annual performance review and talent management processes. Grew employee base from 70 to 250 through launch of comprehensive recruitment and talent management strategies

First Data Corporation, Melville, NY 2005-2007

Senior Recruiter & Manager/Talent Management

Managed client relationships and provided HR support to all levels of management within the Technology Division Center, resolved complex human resources issues

Improved retention rate with consultants and management team by adding defined HR processes in employee relations issues, conflict resolution, progressive discipline, and employee motivation

Compiled, created, and implemented Human Resources micro site within First Data intranet website

Negotiated and rolled out alliance with FedEx Kinko’s for video-conferencing capabilities to interview top talent nationwide, cascaded benefit to entire organization

Consistently decreased attrition annually from 25% to 10% by coaching management and utilizing employee engagement activities by Employer of Choice action items

Slashed costs by 55% by recommending and utilizing recruitment and diversity resources

Home Depot Corporation, Farmingdale, NY 2002-2005

Human Resources Manager

Responsible for building a culture through implementation of SMART objectives, established role profiles, and worked with Managers to address under performance issues; implemented corrective action strategies

Evaluated employee survey results to foster organization change and development initiatives

Developed and executed staffing strategies focusing on proper full -time to peak -time ratio, certified specialists and adhered to diversity and demographic laws and policies, consistently

Created and implemented Annual Review Process for 500+ staff; attained 100% on-time reviews

Reduced recruitment time and cost per hire by 30% through cost-saving initiatives and span of control

Increased 401K Plan participation by 50%, while simultaneously reducing churn by 25%

Executed associate training programs achieving 100% completion rate, prior 45%

Technology

Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, PeopleSoft, Biz Library (LMS System), SuccessFactors, Halogen PayCom, Taleo, ICMS, Zoom, WebEx

Education :

New York University- School of Education, Department of Applied Psychology

Master of Arts - Career Counseling

Certificate of Advanced Studies – Counseling & Guidance

NYS Permanent School Counselor Certification

Pace University- Dyson College of Arts & Science, Psychology Department

Bachelor of Arts- Human Relations

Robert Clifford Oliver Award, Human Relations, and Dyson Fellow Inductee

Cazenovia University, CASAC

Alfred University- School of Education

Certificate e of Advanced Studies- Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Cornell University School of Industrial & Labor Relations

Human Resources Studies Diploma

RENEE M. ALFIERI, CWP, LMHC, PCC, PHR, SHRM-CP

Massapequa Park, NY 11762 · 516-***-**** · **********@***.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneemalfieri

RESUME ADDENDUM

Talent Management Assessments:

DDI Facilitator Reach 360 Certified in Voices 360 and Career Architect powered by Lominger MAPP FIRO-B

Print DISC Self-Directed Search Strong Interest Inventory Quality of Life Index (QOLI) Administrator Myers Briggs Type Indicator Qualification Program (MBTI) Neethling Brain Instruments (NBI)

Certifications & Licenses:

Certified Wellness Practitioner, CWP, National Wellness Institute, 2023

SHRM-SCP Candidate, Society of Human Resources Management

CASAC – December 2022 (#34338)

License Mental Health Counselor, (LMHC) – July 2022 (#012854 NYS)

PHR, Society of Human Resources Management, Professional in Human Resources- 2014

ODCP, Organizational Development Certified Practitioner, Institute of Organizational Development- 2012

BCC, Center for Credentialing & Education Board Certified Coach -2011

CCUG, Certified of Corporate Coaching Advanced Graduate- Coach University- 2011

PCM, Professional Career Manager, National Association of Career Management (NCOSM) 2009

HCS, Human Capital Strategist, Human Capital International – 2009

ELI-MP, Energy Leadership Master Practitioner, Energy Leadership (iPEC)-2009

PCC, Professional Certified Coach Designation- ICF- 2008

CEC, Core Energy Coach- Institute for Professional Empowerment (iPEC) -2008

GCDF, Global Career Development Facilitator Certification Prog., Center for Credentialing & Education- 2007

CMF, Career Management Fellow, Institute of Career Certification International – 2007

Professional Affiliations:

ASTD, American Society if Training & Development, Long Island Chapter

SHRM, Society for Human Resources Management, Long Island Chapter

SIOP, Society for Industrial & Organizational Psychology, New York City

METRONYAAP, Metro NY Association of Applied Psychology, New York City

Organization Development Network Member, New York City Chapter

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