Ralph "Ed" Holder, Shrm-Scp Email & Phone Number

Raleigh, Nc, Us

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Provided consultative HR services and generalist support to faculty, staff, and administration.Managed recruitment, classification, and compensation processes including developing EHRA and SHRA job descriptions and guiding those positions through the NC State University and UNC System position and posting approval process.Collaborated with hiring managers to meet staffing needs and improve candidate attraction.Managed vacancy announcements, external job ads, and candidate prescreening.Advised on EHRA and SHRA classification and compensation strategies.Served as the College of Veterinary Medicine's human resources representative on all faculty search committees.Conducted training for hiring managers and search committees.Recommended HR process improvements and policy enhancements.Advised on academic personnel appointments, promotions, and annual reviews. Served as the College of Veterinary Medicine's human resources representative on the CVM's annual Reappointment, Promotion and Tenure (RPT) Committee Review meetings.Advised and counseled on complex employee relations issues.Applied advanced knowledge of HR programs, organization, and university policies in assisting faculty and staff.Provided excellent customer service and maintained collaborative work relationships.Communicated effectively, both verbally and in writing, to various audiences.Managed information and records, including data analysis and report generation.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

Coached leaders on employment, employee relations, workforce planning, retention, and recognition.Led investigations into workplace issues, including working conditions and disciplinary actions.Managed the employee appeal process and ensured compliance with company/government rules and regulations.Assisted managers in creating individualized disciplinary action plans in line with organizational policies.Developed, communicated, and interpreted HR policies and procedures for co-workers and supervisors.Evaluated competency and training needs, recommended training programs, and provided HR training to managers and co-workers.Facilitated New Co-worker General Orientation.Analyzed HR reports and measurements related to workforce planning and employee relations/retention.Collaborated on departmental workforce planning action plans.Assessed employment needs and worked with compensation analysts on market analysis and job evaluation.Orchestrated recruitment activities and managed the employment process for assigned areas.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Managed overall human resources function, including FCC-EEO, recruitment, hiring, terminations, and investigations, including EEOC charges and lawsuits.Oversaw unemployment benefit claims and handled employee relations matters.Directed staff members in recruitment programs, policy decisions, and daily activities like applicant pre-screening, EEO referral source development, and community relations.Developed and coordinated staffing programs, including external sourcing, employee referrals, and advertising.Ensured equitable treatment of employees through interpretation and application of HR policies and departmental practices, maintaining compliance with government legislation and management directives.Assisted employees with concerns related to company policy, benefits, personal problems, and complaints, optimizing benefit plan utilization while nurturing positive employee relationships.Investigated complaints, resolved grievances, and prepared formal responses to alleged Title VII / EEOC violations.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Provided hands-on HR leadership for the Charlotte Division of APAC, reporting directly to the Division President.Managed a full spectrum of HR generalist activities, including recruitment, employee relations, policy and procedure development, training, performance management, compensation, talent review, and succession planning.Acted as a key member of the executive management team, contributing to strategic decision-making.Demonstrated excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

MedCath - Interim HR Manager (2004 - 2004)Acted as HR Manager on an interim basis at two hospitals: Arizona Heart Hospital (Phoenix, AZ) and TexSan Heart Hospital (San Antonio, TX).Served as the primary point of contact for administration, managers, and staff for all HR matters.Provided training and support to the newly hired HR Directors at both facilities.MedCath - Training Specialist (2002 - 2004)Presented and coordinated customized training for five hospitals. Handled multiple projects including the implementation of online HIPAA training, and the creation of new training/development initiatives.MedCath - HR Generalist (1999 - 2002)Served as the on-site corporate HR advisor during the year leading up to the admission of a developing hospital's first patient. Supported the opening of three new hospitals in Bakersfield, CA, Sioux Falls, SD, and Harlingen TX over a four-year period. Managed multiple deadline-driven, high-volume recruitment initiatives.MedCath - HR Coordinator (1999 - 1999)MedCath - HR Intern/Assitant (1998 - 1999)

Bachelor'S Degree, English Literature

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology