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• Provide expertise to clients who require more in-depth knowledge in human resources • Perform HR audits, write policies and procedures; assist managers with preparation and delivery of sensitive terminations or discipline; develop step discipline procedures; write employee handbooks• Ensure client comprehension of federal and state regulations • Assist clients with investigations.• Prepare responses to complaints from outside agencies.

Dallas, Tx, Us

• Planned, led, developed, coordinated, and implemented policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support the organization’s human resource compliance and strategy needs.• Maintained strong partnerships with all levels of business leaders to support business objectives.• Collaborated with senior management to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.• Directly provided the provision of expert advice and counsel to management on all organization and human resources issues.• Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support the organization’s human resource compliance and strategy needs.• Administered or oversaw the administration of human resource programs including, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.• Identified staffing and recruiting needs; developed and executed best practices for hiring and talent management.• Wrote and taught “Getting Started as a Leader” & “Important Laws & Policies”• Drove the implementation of all key company-wide HR initiatives and life cycle activities. • Conducted research and assessments of organizational trends. • Monitored and ensured the organization’s compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviewed and modified policies and practices to maintain compliance.• Maintained knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applied this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources.

Lakeland, Fl, Us

• Developed and administered Human Resources programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company. • Established and led the recruiting and hiring practices necessary to recruit and hire a superior workforce. • Collaborated with management to communicate policies, procedures, programs, and laws. • Determined and recommended employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation. • Conducted investigations into employee complaints or concerns. • Monitored and advised on progressive discipline. • Monitored the Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) for underperforming employees & Annual Performance Reviews (APR). • Reviewed, guided, and approved management recommendations for demotions, transfers, promotions & terminations. • Led competitive market research to establish pay practices. • Provided guidance and coaching to Managers, Supervisors, and Associates with specific focus on employee engagement, HR strategy, conflict resolution, HR fundamentals, employee relations, performance management, career development, talent assessment, staffing & retention. • Wrote and taught “Getting Started as a Leader”, “Important Laws & Policies” and twelve “Lunch & Learns”. • Administered & monitored “STEP - Supervisor Training Excellence Program.” • Conducted HR training and support for functional processes like Orientation, Benefits Open Enrollment, etc. • Collaborated with external services to manage Disability, Worker's Compensation, STD & FMLA.

Fort Worth, Tx, Us

• Planned, implemented, and administered strategic HR initiatives and programs for assigned region including recruiting, employee relations, labor relations, performance management & affirmative action. • Counseled, coached, and trained management on recruiting, performance management, employee relations, organization development, work environment issues, organizational change, and leadership. • Developed programs, policies, and procedures regarding employment, staffing, and turnover. • Coordinated succession planning, promotions, and placement of personnel. • Prepared and issued manuals describing human resources policies and interpreted such policies for managers. • Ensured compliance with all applicable Federal and State regulations relating to fair employment practices, employee safety, and health.

Omaha, Ne, Us

 Managed recruitment, retention, staff training and development, employee and labor relations and compensation and benefits.  Assisted managers with the preparation and delivery of performance counseling forms.  Provided ongoing support in an advisory capacity to supervisors, employees and/or managerial staff. Ensured smooth implementation of, and compliance with, HR policies, procedures and initiatives and ensured compliance with all statutory and legal requirements.  Conducted investigations.  Provided general guidance, direction and advice in all areas of occupational safety and health.  Provided leadership and direction to operating managers regarding effective accident investigation and return to work programs.  Maintained OSHA & Affirmative Action compliance.

Vaughan, Ontario, Ca

 Responsible for the initial start-up & development of the HR Department (policies and procedures, employee handbook, developed and administered the safety program to remain OSHA compliant, etc.) Originated and led HR practices and objectives that provided a high-performance culture that emphasized empowerment, quality, productivity and goal attainment. Recruiting Researched & created employee compensation and wrote job descriptions. Benefits administration  Succession planning Payroll processing & commissions Security of the facility

Amparo, São Paulo, Br

Provide expertise to clients who require more in-depth knowledge in human resources functions and processes; perform HR audits, write policies and procedures; assist managers with preparation and delivery of sensitive terminations or discipline; develop step discipline procedures; ensure client comprehension of federal and state regulations; write employee handbooks; assist clients with investigations involving harassment and/or discrimination; develop compensation programs; develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients; educate management on employee relations issues; and screen and recommend candidates to clients.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Led investigations involving harassment and discrimination and prepared responses to complaints from outside state and federal agencies; assisted managers with preparation and delivery of performance counseling forms and communicated terminations; developed strong working relationships with management, to ensure ER involvement in disciplinary actions and to recommend proactive solutions to recurring problems; partnered with internal departments such as Fraud Risk Management, Legal, and other HR functions; upheld and reinforced company policy and internal department procedures; proactively sought opportunities to educate management on employee relations issues and improve internal team and department processes and procedures; assisted with reports to ensure management was kept abreast of caseload and more visible employee relations issues.

Vaughan, Ontario, Ca

Responsible for the initial development of the Human Resource Department; resolved departmental and employee relation issues; ensured compliance to all federal, state and local regulations; developed company policy; screened and recommended candidates for open positions; developed and conducted employee training sessions; processed payroll; developed and administered safety program.

West Salem , Ohio , Us

Responsible for the initial development of the Human Resource Department; all other responsibilities identical to those of Duplium Corporation with the added responsibility of designing employee and management training classes; and wrote employee handbook.