Christopher Fast, Phr Email & Phone Number

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Salem, Oregon

Managed all facets of HR for a multi-state, 280 employee manufacturing company. • Established and built-up HR dept. from the ground up for growing multi-state manufacturer.• Maintained employee files in compliance with State, Federal, and DOT record keeping requirements.• Managed Employee information and access levels in CRM databases.• Implemented and administered HRIS system.• Administered electronic Time and Attendance tracking system.• Internally processed payroll on a bi-weekly basis for up to 280 employees.• Coordinated all Garnishments, IWO, and MSN orders with disinterested 3rd party processor.• Coached and advised front line managers on employee relations best practices.• Engaged with employees on an on-going basis to promote positive employee-employer relations.• Advised employees on making best use of internal and external resources.• Acted as primary DER for administration of zero-tolerance drug policy in a safety-sensitive industry. • Documented and managed Employee Leaves.• Filed and monitored Workers Comp. insurance claims.• Managed responses to Unemployment Insurance claims. Reduced UI tax rate from max 5.4% to minimum 0.7%.• Investigated employee grievances and recommended equitable solutions.• Conducted Sexual-Harassment and Hostile Workplace trainings companywide annually.• Managed benefits and coordinated with insurance brokers to conduct open-enrollment processes.• Revised and updated Employee Handbooks, wrote and distributed addendums when necessary.• Wrote and distributed company policy memoranda in coordination with upper management.• Coordinated closely Employment Law atty. on highly sensitive employment issues and conflicts.• Continually researched and maintained compliance with multi-state employment laws.• Advised upper management on HR issues and changing employment landscape.

Portland, Oregon Area

• Assisted Event Manager coordinate logistics and staff on larger events.• Monitored and adjusted floor service sequence to optimize client experience.• Led back of house operations.• Coordinated and expedited load out, delivery, and return of equipment and supplies.

Portland, Oregon

• Coached participants how to develop targeted resumes, cover letters, and complete on-line applications.• Aided clients in navigating and to develop computer skills as needed in computer lab.• Organized and conducted 2nd Chance Employment workshops including Mock Interview sessions.• Delivered weekly orientations to incoming program participants in groups of up to 30 people.• Researched and developed job search related materials for participants.

Portland, Oregon

• On-boarded Freshmen and Transfer students through structured orientation programs.• Evaluated student’s academic progress during drop-in advising sessions.• Advised students on graduation requirements.• Supported distressed students by assessing their immediate needs and referring to appropriate resources.• Documented student interactions with Advising office in CRM database.

Portland, Oregon

• Recruited prospective students to PSU through organized events.• Guided individual and group campus-wide tours for prospective students, families, and visiting VIPs. • Promoted interests of the University as student liaison at high-profile community events and fundraisers.

Portland, Oregon

• Administered and interpreted career assessments for students of diverse backgrounds and needs. • Oriented new and returning students to the resources available within the community college system.• Conducted campus tours for groups of up to 50 people.• Assisted students through the Federal financial aid application process.• Coached students on scholarship searches and application process.• Maintained Career Resource Center library.• Recruited and hired subsequent Peer Advisor cohort.

Portland, Oregon

• Applied adept problem-solving skills during the building and installation of custom remodel projects.• Acted as primary on-site representative for homeowners during the transformation of their homes.• Trained new employees in quality control, work processes, and machine operation.

Seattle, Wa

• Coordinated schedules for multiple simultaneous projects for retail fixture and trade-show environments. • Collaborated with designers, in-house fabricators, and outside contractors to produce prototype projects.• Consulted with design staff on construction methods and materials feasibility.• Managed in-house fabrication shop staff and facilities.

Seattle, Wa

Seattle, Wa

Seattle, Wa

Seattle, Wa

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration, Dual Focus; Human Resources Management And Leadership, Graduate Summa Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: PSU HRMA, Student Ambassador, Peer Advisor in SBA undergraduate advising office

Associate Of Science Oregon Transfer-Business (A.S.O.T.B.), Business

Activities and Societies: Peer Advisor in the Career Resources Center, P.A.N.T.S. (comedy Improv troupe), Phi Theta Kappa honor society

Associate Of Applied Science (Aas), Cabinetmaking And Architectural Woodworking