Offering Human Resources consulting for start up companies and small companies. Specialized in Policies, Procedures, Processes, Handbooks, labor law, etc. I can assist with all your HR needs.

Working at Fluent was not a good fit for me.

Not a good fit for me.

I was Director of Human Resources. I managed all aspects of Human Resources including Employee Relations, Benefits, Annual Open Enrollment, Vacation and Sick policies, Trainings, Recruitment, Worker's Comp., succession planning, etc. • Collaborated with internal and external legal counsel to manage potential litigation.• Oversaw all benefit plans as related to ERISA and Department of Labor filings.• Streamlined human resources processes while maintaining standards of compliance and accountability.• Automated and formalized recruitment process.• Utilized Applicant Pro from application to scheduling interviews to hire.• Developed and implemented hiring trainings for HR staff and management members with interviewing techniques.• Created all policies and procedures for company.• Investigated and documented all employee relations issues. • Created all policies and procedures for COVID-19 protocols, including PowerPoint presentations.• Processed payroll for company utilizing Paylocity payroll software.• Managed employee files within the HRIS platform through Paylocity.• Ran FBI background checks with fingerprinting for all new hires.• TB tests for all new hires.• Managed CPR classes and certifications – kept track of expiration dates. • Managed HR staff.• Conducted monthly audits of all employees through HRIS and Payroll systems ensuring benefits were accurately deducting from paychecks and time earned was calculated properly.• Ensured all merit increases were input correctly and on time.• Approved all wage and personnel changes.• HR communicated and embodied the company's cultural values.• Managed the Worker’s Comp. claim process and evaluated workstations to be ergonomically correct resulting in less claims.· Managed the performance management process with Directors and Executive team.· Identified opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness and assess the need for change.. Strategic thinking, tactical planning, workforce plans.

I was promoted to Director on May 16th. I am in charge of talent recruitment efforts for both the San Jose and San Francisco offices. The Human Resources Department has expanded to include a HR Specialist as I concentrate on HR strategies and finding quality and qualified candidates.

• Balance the needs of the company with the needs of the employee.• Survey local engineering firms to ensure that our wages, salaries and benefits are competitive in our industry.• Assist with the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of employees based on policies and requirements that HR has established in conjunction with Management.• Screen applicants.• Create Offer Letters.• Employee Orientations• Investigate employee relations’ issues. Handle complaints and develop resolutions. Verify facts. Interview complainants. Take statements. Compile information. Keep thorough records of each and every incident.• Ensure that employee issues are addressed thoroughly, and as expeditiously as possible.• Keep up with what is current in the Human Resources field.• Keep abreast of changing labor laws (Federal and State).• Remain in touch with employees in order to better understand the nature of the business, and how employees react to changes in the company. Also get to know their concerns, achievements, goals, motivations, etc.• Visit employees at their workstations (at least every other day). This would involve commuting to branch offices.• Design and implement incentive plans and recognition programs.

• Originate and lead Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented; high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity, and standards; goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.• Responsible for the development of processes and metrics that support the achievement of the organization’s business goals.• Closely consult with corporate attorney, training specialists, and coordinate with company use of insurance brokers, insurance carriers, pension administrators, and other outside sources.• Conduct a continuing study of all Human Resources policies, programs, and practices to keep management and employees informed of new developments.• Provides leadership for Human Resources strategic planning.• Leads the development of department goals, objectives, and systems. • Develop and administer programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company.• Participate in executive, management, and company staff meetings and attend other HR related meetings and seminars.• Manage and develop all HR training programs, provide quarterly safety meetings, provide necessary education materials to managers and employees including workshops, manuals, employee handbook, forms and standardized reports.• Developed and lead the performance management system that includes performance improvement plans, and employee development programs.• Determine and recommend employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation.• Establish and lead the standard recruiting and hiring practices and procedures necessary to recruit and hire a successful team of experts.• Negotiate all benefits for annual open enrollment including rates, plans and implementation.

At CDI, I provide HR leadership, consultancy, support and services to the North Bay area region of approximately 375 employees. I act as an internal consultant to the business on people and organization issues. • Analyze trends and patterns and HR implications of business goals. • Proactively supports the HR Director in HR strategic and tactical plans to support the business goals. As a Change Agent: • Identify opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness and assess the need to change. • Support change initiatives, implement and communicate change plans. • Evaluate the effectiveness of change and recommend follow-on actions to the Director. Talent Acquisition and Management • Assess the need for talents in relation to business changes including the need for specific competencies, knowledge or skills and develop talent plans and tools. • Develop and implement short-term and medium-term staffing and recruitment plans. • Hire and recruit talents to ensure staffing ratios are met. Performance Management: • Identify system-wide issues and potentials to improve regional performance. • Design, develop and implement career management and staff development systems. • Coach, mentor and support managers and employees to build capacity and a high performance culture. Employee Relations: • Monitor the overall organizational climate and employee morale. • Provide metrics, analysis and feedback to management and HR Director on organizational, management and employee relations issues. • Advise managers and employees on employee relations issues using sound judgment and win-win, solution-oriented approach. HR Administration: • Ensure all HR administrative functions are performed efficiently and effectively. • Evaluate the effectiveness of HR processes; recommend and implement improvements to the HR Director.

Human Resources ManagerFirst HR professional in this role – Structured HR Organization• Developed policies and procedures• Revamped the employee handbook• Restructured the benefit program by offering consistency and better benefits for all employees• Developed and trained supervisors and managers on performance management • Coached managers on recruiting process (writing good job descriptions, interviewing for job requirements, avoiding legal issues, etc), which resulted in better hires • Instituted background checks on all new hires• Coached managers on on-boarding and off-boarding process• Researched and learned CA - Department of Real Estate Compliance for Mortgage Advisors as well as Corporate Officers – Communicated these requirements to ensure compliance• Manage and maintain all aspects of compensation for each Mortgage Advisor including agreements, licenses, basis points, branch margins, house accounts, partnership splits, etc.

Manage Human Resources on executive level for a Nationwide IT staffing firm * Manage entire internal hiring process, including background checks, drug screening, etc. * Develop, manage and enforce HR policies and procedures. * Comply with State and Federal laws. Attended EEOC court hearings. * Administer employee Health and Welfare programs. * Worked with broker to ensure the plans are cost effective/original benefit structure. * Oversee and administer Worker's Compensation program including annual audits. * Administrator 401(k) plan, worked with broker, non-discrimination testing, form 5500, annual audits, etc. * Develop and present training programs. * Worked with Client's and contract employees to resolve employment issues.* Created Emergency Evacuation Plan.* Compensation analysis and strategies. * Successful experience in implementing and managing HRIS. * Compliance with FMLA, CFRA, SFHCSO, ADA, FLSA, COBRA, OSHA, etc. * Assist and develop cross-functional teams. * Manage ISO 9001-2000 program including bi-annual audits and registrations. * Implemented E-Verify system with Homeland Security and Social Security Administration. * Administer COBRA program, including COBRA subsidy. * Lead and manage Human Resources Representatives. * Responsible for over 600 Contract Employees throughout the United States. * Perform on-boarding and off-boarding of employees. * Implemented Flexible Spending Plan for San Francisco Health Care Security Ordinance. * Created Affirmative Action Plan with emphasis on diversity. * Work with, investigate and resolve employee issues. * Work with Executive staff concerning all legal issues. * Work with Executive staff to develop business strategies/organizational development. * Corporate representative in all aspects of Human Resources.

Managed all aspects of HR for over 50 employees * Applied HR strategies for a multi-level marketing company. * Compensation analysis and input. * Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures. * Administrator for 401k Plan. Worked with broker to ensure the best plan possible. * Reconciled monthly expense reports for executive staff. * Managed health and welfare benefits as well as other programs. * Designed, developed and negotiated employee benefit packages. * Provided guidance and counseling for staff at all levels. * Assured legal compliance with CA State laws and Federal laws.