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Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Oversee the development and implementation of effective learning and development programs, facilitating content delivery, while driving cultural evolution. Develop HR policies and compliance initiatives, deploying performance management systems, and staying up-to-date on best practices and technologies in human resources.▪ Provide consultation and recommendations for employee relations issues, including disciplinary action, disputes and investigations; works with insurance companies and attorneys to support organizational decisions▪ Develops and implements policies, processes, and training initiatives and surveys to support business strategy and HR compliance▪ Deploy and monitor Performance Management to include training, coaching, and guidance of managers and employees regarding the process, performance improvement planning, and talent management▪ Support employer branding and culture shaping through the deployment of the company's orientation program.▪ Monitor the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, recommending best practices and policy modifications to maintain compliance

Washington, Dc (Serving Clients Nationally And Internationally)

As an HR Consultant and Executive Coach, I collaborate with a variety of small to large size businesses and government contractors to provide HR consulting services, as well as HR project management that drives strategic planning and growth.Services include: ✔ Policy development, recruiting, wage and salary administration, training, employee relations, EEO/AA Administration, Diversity Programs, employment law and compliance activities ✔ Strategic advice throughout all phases of HR related initiatives, analyze current systems, provide recommendations, and implement project plans, tracking deliverables and interfacing with stakeholders ✔ Design and deliver training programs for entrepreneurs and companies in the areas of work-life balance, relationships, entrepreneurship, and communication ✔ Strategic one-on-one/group coaching/consulting to Executives, teams, and organizations as well as individual consumers in the area of personal, professional or organizational achievement and communication

Annapolis, Md

I directed overall HR operations for a 60+ employee government contractor, including developing and administering policies and programs for recruitment, wage and salary administration, training, employee relations benefits and EEO/affirmative action programs.Other key tasks included:✔ Collaborated with senior and line management to coordinate workforce planning initiatives that aligned with long and short-term growth strategies, and implemented organization’s first ATS to streamline recruiting ✔ Implemented and managed the HRIS systems integration for benefits, payroll, supervisors access and employee self-service, resulting in streamlined processes and cost reduction of systems ✔ Served as subject matter expert on all issues related to employee relations, advising leadership on organizational effectiveness, performance management, talent acquisition and employee retention

Owings Mills, Md

As the Senior Human Resources Business Partner, I managed employee relations, compliance, compensation, talent management, training, and organizational change. Some of my main accomplishments include: ✔ Revamped HR policies and procedures, creating a new system for evaluating and revising HR policies to provide continual improvements regarding efficiency and service delivery ✔ Managed HR projects and initiatives from inception to completion, including employee rewards program, management development, leadership coaching, and developing safety and diversity programs ✔ Designed and implemented the orientation and onboarding program, and conducted weekly and monthly orientations with a focus on employee engagement and satisfaction ✔ Conducted compensation analysis and succession planning, including review and editing of job descriptions, conducting market research, equity analysis, and making pay recommendations ✔ Coordinated with brokers and benefit administrators to deliver and resole benefits program, and tracked and supported workers compensation, STD, LTD, and FMLA and other leave claims

I managed an HR team of 10-12 employees, overseeing day-to-day HR operations, including developing and executing strategy, mentoring and coaching staff, and overseeing the full employee lifecycle for multiple territories throughout the US. Areas under my supervision included: ✔ Activities related to performance management, disciplinary actions and terminations, including reductions in force and transitional training and coaching, as a result of workers compensation and/or workplace accommodations ✔ Talent management including strategic recruitment, retention initiatives, turnover reporting and analysis, and conducting orientations and special employment services related projects ✔ All issues and activities related to workers compensation, STD, LTD, and FMLA, and other leave claims

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Starting with the University in the School of Engineering, I was promoted to leverage my expertise in strategic process and project management, as well as direct HR projects and initiatives that emanated from the Office of the Vice President. Other duties included: ✔ Oversaw day-to-day office operations including administrative supervision, payroll processing for direct reports to the Office of the VP of HR and staff, and serving as back up to the financial manager as needed

As Human Resources Manager for The Whiting School of Engineering (approximately 180 staff and 500 faculty), I oversaw all human resources functions, including records management and retention of employee and faculty files. I also collaborated with central HR to provide a wide range of HR services, including recruitment, compensation, benefits administration, and employee relations, such as grievance resolution and terminations.

A member of the senior management team providing strategic planning, management of human resources function, writing and establishing policies and procedures, and examining organizational effectiveness. Serve as a consultant to all departments, establishing business partnerships across the organization to create effective human resources strategies and align human resources products and services with the organizations strategic direction and business goals. Provide all human resources services including recruiting, developing and administering employee relations/retention programs, benefits and compensation program administration, facilitation of training programs, and oversight of diversity and safety initiatives.

Primary consultant to the Production management team/department (approximately 300 employees); facilitating review of performance appraisals; consistent application of compensation program; job description analysis; liaison for unemployment and workers’ compensation issues; recommending approval of disciplinary and terminations as appropriate; modifying policies/procedures for administrative manuals; provide employment services including strategic recruitment and recommending retention initiatives, turnover reporting and analysis, conducting orientations and served as co-chair of sites Safety Committee. In addition was a consultant as needed for 500 employee headquarters and an additional 6 multi-state sites with an additional 900 employees.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor'S Of Arts, Language And Literature

Activities and Societies: Vice President of International Spectrum Club Participated in a French Emersion Program in Quebec Canada.

Core Essentials, Coaching Certification

Leadership Development Program

Zenger Miller Facilitator Certification