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Assisted in the change process for various HR organizations' transformation. Provided cultural fit assessments for large corporate mergers. Performed organizational assessments and reorganizations. Handled job analysis functions. Created and analyzed private surveys that covered base salary, total compensation, bonuses, and benefits. Authored job descriptions for positions. Calculated stock option value using the Black Scholes value method. Analyzed executive employment severance and change in control contracts. Supported litigation by determining economic losses in wrongful termination cases. Assisted HR/Finance Department’s information systems life cycle process including functional analysis, requirements definition, and vendor selection. Determined executive compensation by proxy and published survey data analysis. Currently pursuing Certified Compensation Professional designation. Key Achievements:* Played a key role in the successful merger of 2 large corporations, including cultural mapping that enabled the companies to merge dramatically different employee backgrounds while exceeding organizational expectations. * Contributed to the re-organization and succession plan design for a steel company allowing the company to be more competitive in attracting and retaining top talent in an evolving marketplace.* Assisted in the closure of a high-profile, nationwide company, resulting in a close without incident and move to new ownership.* Spearheaded the development of new positional titles, responsibilities, reporting structure, hiring criteria, and compensation packages for new business strategies. * Assisted in the transformation of the HR function for the City of Kirkland through the use various technology platforms.* Devised strategies and participated in contract negotiations with the city’s labor unions. * Played a key role in reducing employee turnover and absenteeism through the implementation of a PTO program.

Listed skills include Performance Management, Human Resources, Hr Consulting, Workforce Planning, and 17 others.