- Led HR staff activities to ensure company needs were met; provided developmental training for staff and assisted in escalated situations- Conducted employee relation investigations and advised management on preferredcourse of action- Led recruiting and onboarding activities to hire and integrate top talent; create relationships withlocal schools and businesses for local market growth- Analyzed key performance indicators and provide solutions based on trends andfeedback- Worked with Senior Leadership to implement HR strategy as it aligned with business needs;main contact for employee questions and policy interpretation- Managed claims including workers compensation, unemployment, and insuranceclaims- Managed and approved/denied all leave of absence including FMLA, ADA, STD, and other company leaves- Worked with COO and HR Director to evaluate the current costs of recruiting andretention and implemented improvements resulting in over 100k in savings

My role includes the full scope of Human Resource functions for our 20 subsidiaries throughout Michigan and Ohio. These functions include weekly, Payroll/Commission processing; Screening and Onboarding of new hires; Benefit administration (new hire/QLE) and Open Enrollment planning and submission; Unemployment claims/hearings; DOT Verification, Annual Reporting and Compliance including DOT; Interactive process of FMLA/ADAAA; Employee relations including write-ups, PIP, terminations. An additional key element of my role are monthly visits to our subsidiaries for reviews, training and problem-solving with the team and manager. Current projects: Milestone Anniversary Program, Standardized Annual Performance Review Process process, and a yearly Benefit Strategy.

I conduct a variety of HR functions including administrative work, legal compliance, employee relations and more. I process payroll for all employees; enroll employees in health benefits and 401(k); update our HRIS with employee changes; and audit monthly invoices. Manage and approve FMLA and STD in accordance with company policies and federal regulations. Conduct New Hire Orientation including the review of company policies, benefits, and more. Maintain an annual Wellness Program. Handle WC claims and maintain work injury records according to OSHA/MIOSHA. Assist in the preparation and delivery of Open Enrollment information and ensure data is collected and updated. Submit ACA Reports, annual OSHA Reports, etc. Conduct full cycle recruiting activities for exempt and non-exempt positions. Audit and update current policies, job descriptions, the employee handbook, and processes to ensure they reflect the current environment. Resolve employee relations issues with respective supervisors including: corrective actions, PIP, and terminations. Plan company events, programs, and incentives.

Process payroll, ensure accuracy of the GL/benefit audit spreadsheet, assist with Open-Enrollment and benefit administration, audit benefits statements, ensure monthly benefit payment, ACA reporting, answer any employee questions, advise management with employee relations, talent acquisition both internally and externally including: posting, screening, interviewing, selecting and development, conduct orientation, track volunteer experiences, update/maintain HR forms to ensure legal compliance and relativity, administer Onboarding paperwork, assist in performance appraisals, maintain online training website, EEOC reporting, run reports upon request, file, and more.

Run weekly headcount/temp ratio reports, communicate department requisition needs to hiring agency, prepare new hire documentation and interview possible candidates, issue and track performance reviews, administer FMLA paperwork to inquiring employees, rewrite company job descriptions, assist in employee questions/concerns, update personal information, make badges, administer payroll, prepare audit paperwork

I was responsible for recruiting to fulfill our contract with the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. This included: creating postings, sourcing, phone screening, performing interviews, and Onboarding selected candidates. I hired around 200 healthcare professionals in a 6 month time frame. Act as a brand ambassador at events such as job fairs.