Greg Giacalone, Ms Hrm, Phr, Shrm-Cp Email & Phone Number

Central Islip, New York, Us

Reporting directly to the President/CEO and leading the HR department:▪ Provide proactive, innovative, and customer-oriented human resource solutions based on knowledge of business objectives and department needs▪ Develop and administer policies and procedures for all company personnel; participate and champion the development of department goals, objectives, and systems ▪ Maintain knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices in employment law, human resources and talent management▪ Lead with enthusiasm and positivity in order to motivate and inspire leaders and team members▪ Implement and update compensation programs and monitor performance evaluation program▪ Manage benefit administration, claims resolution, invoice approval, annual evaluation and open enrollment for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness program and disability▪ Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans; Organize and plan Job Fairs, advertisements and related recruitment efforts; interview, select, and onboard new hires▪ Establish and maintain department records and reports; implement new approaches, policies, and procedures; continually improve efficiency of department and services performed▪ Present in weekly Directors meeting to keep management team up-to date on recruitment efforts, overtime evaluation, new policies and upcoming changes▪ Manage the PERM and H-1B process and work hand-in-hand with immigration attorney to ensure timely processing and filing of all related tasks ▪ Process a weekly and bi-weekly payroll and manage and oversee time & attendance for 400 employees▪ Partner with department leaders to drive succession planning, workforce development and employee retention▪ Create and facilitate formal and informal HR training for Directors and team members▪ Investigate, document, guide and conclude in cases of employee incidents, worker's comp injuries, harassment claims, employee relations issues, etc.

Jamaica, Ny, Us

▪ Directed and managed administrative staff in completion of daily work▪ Developed new processes and procedures and communicated these with the department▪ Provided guidance and assisted operations departments and senior management regarding administrative procedures, correct application of collective bargaining rules and audits▪ Managed a weekly payroll process for approximately 1700 craft employees and 300 management and administration employees▪ Oversaw the advertisement and award process for employees represented by five different unions▪ Maintained seniority rosters and equipment qualifications▪ Managed the procedures and documentation for scheduled work and emergencies▪ Ensured correct application of collective bargaining rules and company policies, responded to union claims by researching circumstances, applying appropriate rules and drafting letters▪ Maintained documentation and facilitated the payment of claims as applicable▪ Answered questions from and provided guidance to operational managers regarding administrative procedures and policies and Collective Bargaining interpretation of pay and work rules▪ Developed responses to grievances ensuring they were consistent with the department and corporate policy and collective bargaining agreements▪ Coordinated random drug/alcohol testing with LIRR Medical department▪ Selected, developed and motivated personnel within the department; provided prompt and effective coaching, counseling and discipline when necessary▪ Reviewed direct reports and approved performance appraisals▪ Monitored labor expenditures throughout the year and verified the integrity of information used for billing purposes and payroll ▪ Performed all other duties as requested by Senior Management

Jamaica, Ny, Us

▪ Managed the day-to-day administrative functions to ensure cost effective administrative procedures within the Engineering department▪ Directed and managed administrative staff in completion of their daily work assignments▪ Ensured staff was properly trained in department processes and task assignments; provided prompt coaching and guidance when necessary▪ Managed the posting process for all manpower advertisements and abolishments, as defined by the CBAs to determine appropriate force levels and determine which positions should be created or eliminated to ensure appropriate levels to meet project and production goals▪ Managed and maintained all rosters and qualifications through Maximo▪ Managed and processed the documentation required for weekly canvassing and call out requirements▪ Managed and directed the completion of the weekly payroll process▪ Ensured Collective Bargaining Agreement work rules were applied consistently and accurately▪ Oversaw the handling of reimbursable/non-reimbursable information supplied to ensure integrity of the information used for billing and payroll▪ Assisted in researching labor disputes at the department level▪ Answered questions from and provided guidance to operational managers regarding administrative procedures and policies and Collective Bargaining interpretation of pay and work rules▪ Ensured a safe working environment and adherence to company safety policy and procedure guidelines▪ Performed other assignments at the request of Engineering department senior management

Jamaica, Ny, Us

▪ Managed hiring plan implementation goals and assisted with developing departmental hiring plans▪ Prepared job postings and advertisements to ensure a diverse pool of qualified candidates▪ Coordinated open houses, attended job fairs, developed/maintained relationships with recruitment sources▪ Analyzed trends and HR metrics to ensure all EEO and HR processing goals were met, and the best qualified candidates were selected▪ Prepared job offers and recommended salary proposals▪ Administered various HR programs including human resource forecasting/planning, compensation, salary administration, performance and probationary evaluations, recruitment and employment▪ Developed, revised, scheduled, and administered training courses for management employees▪ Advised management and other employees of HR policies/procedures and assisted in resolving complaints/questions received in a timely manner▪ Provided research and statistical information to assist in the formulation of HR policies▪ Selected, developed, and motivated personnel within the department and provided career development and supervision to subordinates▪ Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary▪ Promoted a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential▪ Adhered to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures and lead by example▪ Performed other assignments as requested by Senior Management

Hauppauge, New York, Us

▪ Conducted new hire orientation, onboarding, and termination processes▪ Advised on wage issues and compensation levels through research and market analysis▪ Developed job descriptions and advertisements for recruitment and internal recordkeeping▪ Screened resumes and scheduled interviews with qualified candidates▪ Managed employee benefit programs, conducted open enrollment meetings, and worked with brokers to ensure the best options for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance were selected▪ Investigated, reviewed, and submitted Worker’s Comp, short- and long-term disability claims▪ Processed a weekly payroll for 500+ employees and maintained time and attendance logs▪ Reviewed and responded to unemployment requests and employment verifications▪ Administered state and federal required benefits such as FMLA, COBRA, and STD▪ Developed, updated, and interpreted employee handbook▪ Reviewed and approved monthly invoices for employee benefits and 401k transfer of funds▪ Prepared documents and worked with counsel on H-1B immigrant petitions and PERM filings▪ Handled employee relation issues and ensured safety and confidentiality in all decisions▪ Managed, developed, and counseled an HR Coordinator and HR Assistant▪ Conducted internal audits of required documentation such as I-9s and immigration filings▪ Utilized the E-Verify system for all new hires/re-hires▪ Oversaw and assisted in employee programs and corporate events▪ Completed special assignments at the request of the CFO and CEO

Hauppauge, Ny, Us

▪ Processed new hires and terminations for payroll, time and attendance, and benefits▪ Developed and posted all job postings with the Department of Labor and affiliated agencies▪ Maintained applicant flow log for Affirmative Action Plan and administered COBRA▪ Ensured that state and federal required postings were up-to-date across 20 facilities in 15 states▪ Administered a weekly and bi-weekly payroll for over 200 employees working in different locations across the US

Master Of Science (M.S.), Human Resource Management

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Human Relations