Darren Murphy Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

Ithaca, New York, United States

Working in support of the College of Engineering and Bowers CIS, I provide transactional and consultative assistance related to recruitment, onboarding, compensation, payroll, leave management, professional development, and employee relations. As a member of the Human Resources Service Center team, I support the full spectrum of academic and non-academic HR activity in the College of Engineering and Bowers CIS, and serve as the first point of HR contact for assigned departments/units. Partner with Administrative Directors, supervisors and Department Chairs to support various aspects of human resources services including recruitment and selection support for staff and non-faculty academics, visa processing and tracking, leaves administration, payroll services, transaction processing, maintenance of personnel files and tracking of appointments and promotions. Point of contact for information on HR processes and HR policy interpretation and liaise with University HR and subject matter experts as needed. Handle questionable cases requiring policy interpretation, utilizing judgment to refer unusual cases to HRBP/HRD. Develop resources and tools to aid human resource management and ensure high-quality customer service. Provide administrative and project support for staff-related issues. Handle sensitive and confidential matters and information with appropriate discretion and judgment. Provide backup to HR Business Partner for transaction approval and in handling complex cases requiring policy interpretation and leave administration.Proactively partner with managers and staff to develop and implement effective HR strategies. Assist in the creation of and delivery of HR programs and priorities. Work collaboratively with colleagues to design, develop and deliver effective training programs to support human resource objectives. Create and foster a positive, engaged work environment. Implement best practices to further the efforts of the Cornell HR community.

Ithaca, New York Area

Provide consultative staff recruitment and talent outreach services that align with the performance and organizational goals of Cornell University. Recruiting for multiple requisitions, staffing over 10+ positions. Actively build relationships with unit managers and key stakeholders to ensure that open positions are filled efficiently, in a compliant manner, and through excellent relationship building and influencing skills. Multiple community partners established to source top talent. I seek the best, diverse talent available. This work typically involves active listening skills and exceptional communication (both oral and written) for on-boarding new positions with managers. This work also entails managing requisition data, processing appointment letters, new hire transactions, and conducting background checks in Cornell’s HRIS system (Workday). Highly engaged in full-cycle recruitment and hiring activity to support temporary and contingent workforce needs. Conduct phone and zoom interviews for temporary workforce. The first point of contact for general employee policy questions and/or workplace concerns, and partner closely with HR Consultants on delivering feedback (both positive and negative), and other important HR information to unit managers and stakeholders. I have a passion for people. I use a service-minded approach, and an ability to navigate basic (and sometimes complex) personnel challenges. Constantly leveraging a strong combination of systems acumen, relationship building, policy understanding, and talent assessment skills critical to success in this front-facing role. Managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines, staying organized, and communicating key information to stakeholders and team members in a timely and collaborative manner to complete task.

Lafayette, New York

Manage operations and sales spanning five states. Direct involvement with sales, training, and distribution. Nytech delivers the most diverse line of automotive supply needs, shop supplies and paper products. The customer is our focus, top notch service is our backbone.

Downtown Albany Ny.

Accountable for 31 offices spanning over 2 states and the training of 500 applicants annually. Generate critical reports needed to help advise in the decision making process, spearhead problems for process improvement. Advise applicants of future employment opportunities and rights.

Saratoga Springs, New York

Accountable for a team of highly skilled professionals who find, screen, and prepare applicants for employment in the Department of Defence. Operational control of 1600 square miles in NY and VT, 4 offices and 45 applications.

Jacksonville, North Carolina Area

Managed 7 Employees and a $5 million dollar ammunition account. Obtained documents, clearances, certificates and approvals from local, state and federal agencies.Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventories. Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing.Achieved streamlining logistical processes by implementing process improvements.Assisted in the development and implementation of new standard operational policies and procedures.

Bucks County, Pa

Managed 15 employees.Assisted in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures.Conducted analysis of sales data and implemented process improvements.Provided onsite training to new recruiters on public affairs, human resources, records, file management, safety, and security.Developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked performance improvements.Obtained documents, clearances, certificates and approvals from local, state and federal agencies.

Quantico, Va

Training and progression of 11 employee's.Accountable for 8 high security building's with an estimated worth of over $33 million dollars.Supervised an ammunition account for the FBI and National Capital Region Police equating in over $10 million dollars worth.Managed hazardous material, fire safety, safety and mishap investigations at MCB Quantico Ammunition Supply Point. Monitored all hazardous materials and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Jacksonville, North Carolina Area

Supervised 8 EmployeesProcured ammunition stateside and overseasTraining and progression of 8 employeesTrained Marines in marksmanship, resulting in over 1500 Marines trained annually

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business/Managerial Economics

A.A.S., Liberal Arts And Sciences, 4.0

Professional Career Counsel, Sociology

Certification from the US Department of Labor in assisting applicants find careers best suited for them.

Green Belt, Lss

Certification, Professional Selling Skills, Communication Skills

Activities and Societies: Communications packageProfessional salesmanship and consulting skills.