Darnice Marsh Email & Phone Number

Washington Dc

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Provided day-to-day management in the School District of Palm Beach County (10th largest school district in the country) Department of Labor Relations, which included over 22,000 employees in 180 different work sites. Developed, presented, and facilitated training on labor relations topics and understanding the collective bargaining agreements at the District’s Leadership Academy for all building administrator teams. Served as the management representative in hearings, federal mediations and arbitration hearings that involved labor disputes. Acted as the management principal point of contact for the six (6) bargaining units for general inquiries regarding labor and employee relation matters. Collaborated with administrators, union officials and employees to resolve concerns related to interpretations of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, School District Policy and State Statutes. Investigated complex issues regarding professional standards, assisted with resolving conflicts between bargaining units and administrators, and administered the formal grievance process outlined in each Collective Bargaining Agreement.Position Accomplishments:Reduced the number of grievances filed by 50% over a two (2) year period using training and building the partnership between management, the union(s), and the employees.Surveyed over (200) instructional leaders to determine the training needs and created training modules based on the survey results and labor relation topics of interest.Researched, sourced, and created a standard operating procedures manual which outlined the process to conduct investigations within the Office of Professional Standards.Led interest-based negotiations with the Police Benevolent Association (PBA) which led to a ratified collective bargaining agreement (Full Book) after (13) sessions.

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Responsible for advising Union members in 40 school sites, which equated to 1,400 teachers. Provided advice, assistance, and recommendations to employees such as labor/employee relations, performance management, negotiations, training development, and labor relations. Built and maintained a collaborative working relationship with School District Administrators and management. Negotiated in consultation with management and employee groups regarding benefits, working conditions, and performance evaluation criteria. Selected to lead staff negotiations with management to develop formal labor-management agreements. Advised employees on the potential impact of negotiations and third-party decisions concerning management rights as defined by statute. Interpreted negotiated agreements provisions to make recommendations to the Union on appropriate courses of action. Conducted surveys, studies, and projects to produce data to support the Union position when drafting proposals for negotiations. Analyzed and implemented employee management reports utilizing various databases. Served on the Joint Evaluation Negotiations Committee representing the Union. Created and facilitated training on a variety of topics in labor relations to educate employees and managers and ensure compliance with contract language. Monitored staff work progress and performance gaps to identify, design, and deliver necessary training.Position Accomplishments:Created a virtual training plan during the onset of the pandemic where over 125 Union stewards were trained on the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the evaluation system.Served as the Staff Liaison to the Communications Committee who provided Negotiations Highlights to the total membership.Created a training plan which trained over 100 educators and significantly improved the ratings for 85% of the attendees in the professional growth component of the evaluation score.

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Served as adviser and liaison between management officials and union trade workers to create training content and design that reflected the actual necessary processes to ensure the completion of work. Created a team of individuals which included learning consultants, technology consultants, subject-matter experts, operation experts, engineers and led the instructional design team to ensure the training requirements aligned with the scope of work. Used competencies in the areas of instructional design, the practice of educational development, and adult learning theory. Implemented knowledge of best practices in instructional technologies, online, blended, and face-to-face pedagogy in the various types of training courses. Managed the workflow of online course development and reviewed course development and made necessary adjustments. Provided work progress reports, maintained instructional design records, and communicated with stakeholders to promote collaboration and accountability amongst the team members and to keep all team members abreast of the training design and development.• Lead developer for the Basic Marine Electrician Apprentice Program. The program was taught at two local community colleges and trained over (500) employees to begin their careers as marine electricians.• Received a Timely Award Plan (TAP) monetary incentive award for exemplary efforts on the training design for the Basic Marine Electrician Course.

Conducted workshops for over 500 executive level military personnel who were transitioning from the US military and planning to enter the civilian work force. Utilized analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and knowledge of a substantial body of administrative or program principles, concepts, policies, and objectives. Provided advice, assistance, and recommendations on civilian personnel such as policy development, labor and employee relations matters, performance management, training, and compensation packages. Conducted administrative and management surveys, studies, and projects related to civilian personnel. Advised participants regarding employment policies, practices, and trends in the civilian job market. Assisted in developing civilian personnel position description, description skills, knowledge, and background experience to meet required hiring needs. Researched and coordinated issues involving civilian recruitment, position management, position classification, basic employee relations, and basic EEO functions. Presented human resource management topics such as succession planning, talent management, training and development, benefits, and compensation. Conducted mock interviews and provide feedback to potential employees. Analyzed and interpreted civilian personnel management reports utilizing various databases. Evaluated employment factors such as job experience, education and training, skills, knowledge and abilities, physical and personal qualifications, and other data pertinent to classification, selection, and referral. Prepared rating on applicants, made recommendations on starting salaries, and provided applicants with information on the potential companies. Presented workshop content that includes topics such as, self-appraisal, career decision making, identifying job goals, job search techniques, resume preparation, interviewing skills, dressing for success, job offer and salary negotiations.

Represented and advised Union members in (3) local school divisions with over 1,500 employees in 80 school sites. Established and maintained relationships with management officials and labor organizations. Led negotiations through the meet and confer process with local units to develop proposals and for coordinated bargaining efforts with local school districts in proximity. Conducted surveys, research, studies, and projects related to benefits and comparative salary schedules among employees. Interpreted coordinated bargaining proposals to make recommendations to District administrators and leaders on the appropriate course of action. Analyzed and solved complex problems which included, issues around ambiguous laws or School Board policy and untested areas of case law. Analyzed complex and sensitive disciplinary/adverse action matters as required to identify potential resolutions. Resolved grievances in compliance with established laws, regulations, policies, precedents, state code and principles. Served as the lead Union official and chief spokesperson in hearings and fact-finding panels. Applied knowledge of consensus building, negotiation, coalition building, mediation, and other alternative dispute resolution, problem-solving approaches to resolve problems between members and school district management officials. Assessed member circumstances, offered appropriate advice, and assisted in preparation of grievances, evaluation appeals, written responses to disciplinary action and requests for legal assistance.• Negotiated an information-technology contract with a vendor which reduced the cost of services by 10K over a seven (7) year timeframe. • Met with local legislative officials using the “Meet and Confer” model to discuss compensation for teachers and non-instructional staff members. • Created a leadership development program and trained over 200 members annually

Developed framework for a curriculum used to meet the developmental needs and assist teachers in obtaining a state teaching license in the state of Florida. Utilized a variety of activities including the Adult Learning Theory to engage participants in the training. Observed staff during the class to assess staff member competency and provided feedback to both the staff member and the Executive Director. Maintained a resource library file to aid staff members in preparing for the College Level Academic Skills test (CLAST). Participated in a training review which led to the creation of the state-wide leadership training programs for leadersPrepared and organized calendar handbook which was distributed to over 6,000 members in 150 schools within the countyAnalyzed instructor observations and reviews which led to curriculum revision and modification

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Master Of Education - Med, Education

Bs & Msed, Interdisciplinary Studies And Education

Education record

Activities and Societies: Cheerleader, Future Business Leader Association, Student Council Association, Eureka Debutante, Phi Delta Kappa.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Interdisciplinary Studies

Master Of Science; M.S.Ed, Education