Part-time instructor for the UC Berkeley Extension Human Resources Certificate program. Currently teaching BUS ADM X493.8-033 - Total Rewards

Expertise in: - Benefits plan design including open enrollment - Employee handbooks - Policy design and drafting - Compliance - Performance management - Employee engagement - People analytics - HR Strategy

- Executive-level lead for People Team functions including recruiting, culture and engagement, people operations, and facilities management - Lead headcount planning efforts with CEO, CFO, and hiring managers to ensure future growth is balanced between talent needed and budget allowed - Oversaw development of leveling framework and releveling of entire company - Established compensation strategy and salary ranges for all positions, ensuring consistent and equitable pay - Primary contact for work sites including HQ office and coworking locations in Seattle and Phoenix - Lead the overhaul of total rewards offerings including implementing new benefits and perks and 401(k) deconversion to Fidelity from Guideline

Oversee all aspects of HR Operations - HRIS Administration. Migrated company from Gusto to ADP. - Benefits. Analyzed and negotiated new benefits packages and installed new carriers. Conducted short plan year open enrollment and new plan year open enrollment. - Compensation. Manage company's compensation strategy and philosophy. Conduct period analysis of employee salaries to ensure market benchmark alignment. Established and reinforced equitable pay practices. Manage company's cap table. - Commercial Insurance. Negotiated new commercial insurance policies to prioritize excellent coverage with cost savings.

-Primary business partner for managers and senior leadership as the HR point of contact. -Provide consultation and recommendations on employee coaching, performance improvement, and terminations-Benefits administration, including managing open enrollment, reconciliations, and daily benefits transactions.-Ensure compliance ERISA reporting for 401k and welfare benefits-Draft severance agreements and other documentation in compliance with OWBPA-Process semi-monthly multi-state payroll including calculating final checks and auditing commission calculations

-Re-wrote employee handbook to be in compliance with new guidelines set by NLRB, EEOC, and California-specific laws-Analysis of compensation and equity data-Provide HR support for benefits administration, terminations, and coordinating leaves of absence with employees-Provide support for ADP WorkforceNow implementation, including building initial import files-Perform benefits analysis and make recommendation for shared responsibility contribution strategy-Completed compliance auditfor I9 documentation and EEO reporting

-Acted as Interim Head of People Operations while position was vacant: hired and managed 3 HR Coordinators, 1 HR Generalist, 1 HR Assistant, and 1 Recruiter-Investigated workplace complaints, including harassment, timecard discrepancies, and worker’s compensation claims; managed legal claims-Responsible for new hire on-boarding and off-boarding; conducted separation meetings when required-Provide management coaching to front-line managers on performance management, wage and hour laws, and progressive discipline-Drafted Injury and Illness Prevention Program and implemented Emergency Action Plans for each facility-Managed Safety Program and OSHA compliance reporting and documentation; maintained OSHA 300 logs, chemical inventories, and established OSHA-related incidence rates-Managed worker’s compensation program; reporting all claims and communicating with employees throughout the process; analyzed monthly loss runs to gain insights about safety training opportunities

-Grew company HQ by 50% in first six months, totaling 35 hires across all departments; managed talent acquisition budget-Lead talent acquisition strategy while maintaining full life cycle recruiting for all hires including Finance, Marketing, Engineering, Culinary, Customer Care, hourly positions, and delivery workforce-Managed relationships with third-party contingent staffing services and other vendors, conducting due diligence and making procurement recommendations to management-Developed recruiting metrics and reporting for management; partnered with VP of Finance and CEO to develop compensation strategy for company HQ-Drafted and managed 1099 contracts, ensuring compliance with W2 and 1099 considerations-Lead workforce planning process and strategy

MitchelLake is a progressive, passionate and experienced provider of Executive Search, Specialist Recruitment, and RPO for ventures and individuals that are leading the convergence of technology, media & marketing.Completed hires:Lead Software Engineer - PaymentsSenior Software Engineer - PaymentsSenior Software Engineer - DataSoftware Engineer- DataProduct (UX) DesignerCustomer Insights InternProduct Manager Intern

MitchelLake is a progressive, passionate and experienced provider of Executive Search, Specialist Recruitment, and RPO for ventures and individuals that are leading the convergence of technology, media & marketing.Completed hires:Software Engineer - Data OperationsSoftware Engineer - Applications (2)Software Engineer - Platform

Successful Engagements: SharePoint Consultant with large construction company in the East Bay for 2 week engagement to assess and repair existing SharePoint 2010 implementation. SharePoint Consultant with mass transit agency for 2 month engagement to assess, repair, and migrate SharePoint 2010 to SharePoint 2013 Online.Microsoft .NET Consultant with insurance claims processing company in East Bay for 3 week engagement.Microsoft .NET Consultant with large legal firm in San Francisco for 6 month engagement.Front-End Developer with advertising agency in San Francisco for 3 week assignment to build front-end web presence.As the Staffing Executive for the Salaried Professional Service team in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, I am responsible for the development and management Bay Area-based IT consultants. Accountable to the hiring of highly skilled IT professionals, the business development and account management of new and existing clients, and the coordination between Robert Half Technology consultants and client engagements.

Successful placements: Data Architect, COGNOS Developer, Database Developer,.NET Developer (4), Java Developer, Business Intelligence (Tableau) DeveloperMain responsibilities:* Supporting San Diego-based clients for short-term projects and long-term assignments.* Provide consistent communication and career guidance to candidates.* Conduct virtual interviews with candidates via Skype.* Coordinate candidate interviews with clients, ensure preparation for interview.* Coordinate candidate placements at client sites for short-term projects and long-term assignments.Primarily, I support the following IT Talent:* Business Analysts* Project Managers* Software/Web Developers (.NET, PHP)* Database Developers/Admins (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL)* QA Analysts

Successful placements: Over 200 including PC Techs, Desktop Support, Help Desk, Network Engineers, and System Administrators.Main responsibilities:* Supporting Strategic Accounts clients for short-term projects and long-term assignments.* Provide consistent communication and career guidance to candidates.* Conduct virtual interviews with candidates via Skype.* Coordinate candidate interviews with clients, ensure preparation for interview.* Coordinate candidate placements at client sites for short-term projects and long-term assignments.Primarily, I supported the following IT Talent:* Network Administrators/Engineers/Architects* System Administrators/Engineers/Architects* Service Desk (Help Desk, Desktop Support)* PC Techs

Modern Postcard is a direct marketing solutions company that focuses on high quality direct mail fulfillment. I assist clients with developing targeted marketing strategies.Day-to-day duties include direct selling to new and existing accounts, project managing in-house print projects, responding to RFPs, and delivering an overall stellar customer experience.

Jenny Craig is one of the largest weight loss solutions available. With roughly 650 local centres nationwide, I was responsible for managing the El Cajon Centre in the San Diego market, the highest grossing centre in the county. Duties include managing Centre sales and fiscal performance, managing product inventory, and staff scheduling based on productivity metrics. Additional responsibilities included conducting regional training classes to front-line staff and peer-level colleagues.

Managed operations of multi-site aquatics department including staff and volunteer recruitment; ensured high quality member service delivery by aquatics staff. Responsible for HR-related duties including recruiting, hiring, and corrective coaching of all staff in department. Developed budget over three fiscal cycles and associated operational systems for financial monitoring and accounting procedures to ensure expenses stayed within budget.Project managed numerous branch special events including Brunch with Santa, Fourth of July Family BBQ, and Food and Gift Committee for Annual Capital Campaign fundraiser.