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Greater Boston Area

Oversee the planning, organization and management of the Human Resources functions for the organization, including activities related to staffing, work assignments, benefits, hiring/termination, performance reviews, orientation and employee relations.The Affordable Care Act (ACA): Report the health coverage options provided to employee to the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS then collects information from employees showing which employer-provided health insurance plans were offered, along with coverage information.Health Insurance Responsibility Disclosure (HIRD) reporting researched and provided to the Massachusetts government. Created a Business Plan to streamline and improve the functionality of the Human Resources Department and the Company as a whole.Participate in developing department goals, objectives and systems.Active contributor in Executive Leadership meetings, and also maintain metrics for the Human Resources Dept. Recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepare and maintain handbook on policies and procedures.Develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all company personnel.Created and maintain affirmative action program; files EEO-1 annually; maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations.Conducts recruitment efforts for all exempt, nonexempt and temporary workers; writes and places advertisements; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checking; extends job offers; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career-path program and employee relations counseling; conducts exit interviews.Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws.Creates and evaluates reports, and makes decisions in regards to the departments initiatives. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.

Boston, Ma

Proficient in Human Resources Management, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Affirmative Action, Employment Law, Corrective Action, Coaching, Benefits, FMLA and Disability Leaves of Absence.Manage OFCCP compliance, as well as Talent Management: Manage full life cycle recruitment efforts for all positions in the New England District (including candidate sourcing). Utilize Oracle's Taleo tracking system (HRIS) to post requisitions, track candidates and screen resumes. Consistently recognized as an excellent communicator who is able to interact superbly at all levels within an organization.Certified in Employee Relations Law by the Institute for Applied Management and Law, Inc.

Andover, Ma

Managed employee relations issues of varying complexity which included conducting investigations, presenting findings, and determining appropriate resolution, under the guidance of the HR Director.Managed full life cycle recruitment efforts for all part-time positions in the zone (including candidate sourcing). Utilized Virtual Edge to post requisitions, track candidates and screen resumes. Negotiated job offers to candidates.Presented Performance Management training to managers and directors to empower them with tools needed to effectively conduct Performance Appraisals.Partnered with managers in regards to compliance, policies and procedures, leaves of absence, and reduction in force issues.Conducted new hire orientations ensuring that newly hired employees understood their rights and benefits.Drove benefit compliance and education across the zone function.

Tewksbury, Ma

Partnered with management regarding the Performance Management Process (PMPs) and Focal Point salary increases, and tracked management’s responses.Analyzed and evaluated background investigation results provided by third party vendor to determine if a candidate or current employee met company and client criteria for various contracts. Also, initiated before adverse action impact letters and adverse action letters when appropriate.Researched HR polices and practices, and created processes for new hire offers, background investigations, drug screenings, terminations and reductions in force.Managed the Life Cycle of all new hire activity, transfers and terminations for approximately 1,000 employees.Interfaced with the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security on-line to verify an employee’s I-9 compliance utilizing the E-verify program.Facilitated personnel and organizational management changes in SAP.Supported strategic Human Resources initiatives through contact with line management.Coached Managers pertaining to work-related issues, and company personnel policies and procedures.Managed LOA process end to end by counseling both management and employees on leave of absence policies and procedures, provided support for HR consultants and Payroll, facilitated employee and manager communication, and maintained case tracking data.

B.S., Speech: Management Communication And Public Relations

Activities and Societies: Public Speaking and Writing, and I was elected as a member of the Gold Key Club.Magna cum laude

A.S., Human Resource Management, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Gold Key ClubMagna cum laude