Held direct accountability for coordinating and leading operations across various functional areas, including HR, administrative, payroll and employee support functions for a union and non-union workforce of 300+. Coordinated and led all HR/payroll functions, including processing direct deposits, administering pay increases, preparing timesheets and issuing employee paychecks; ensured compliance with state and federal regulations. Supported the employee onboarding process by preparing ID applications to provide access for Military Badges, including DBID and RapidGate, as well as inputting new-hire information in payroll system. Facilitated a high volume of payroll and internal audits to identify and resolve data discrepancies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. Assisted workforce with 401(k) administrations and handled the processing of worker’s compensation claims. Created a workforce spreadsheet outlining all employee information and job requirements for supervisor use. Selected to create an instructional manual detailing administrative and HR processes and procedures to ensure optimal performance across the department. Documented all employee data in Human Resources Information System (HRIS), SAGE 300, ensuring complete accuracy of employee contact and payroll data.

Functioned in a multifaceted role with direct authority for providing strategic leadership of administrative and marketing functions, including event management, community outreach and office management. Directed the Annual Industry Conference, managing all aspects of the event, including marketing and selling exhibitor space, securing conference sponsorships, designing marketing collateral and signage, securing venues and guest speakers, negotiating union labor contracts and coordinating vendors. Drove a 60% increase in Industry Conference exhibitor participation throughout tenure and increased attendance by 52%+. Sourced and secured a new conference venue to support the rapid event expansion. Organized all aspects of the Annual Golf Tournament with 144 attendees, including coordinating food and beverage, sponsorships, awards banquet, donations and prizes. Handled all administrative tasks, including participant registration and vendor relations. Led the planning and management of the Annual Legislative Reception, building relationships with State Congressional Legislators and industry leaders to ensure seamless event execution. Coordinated the Quarterly Sustaining Member Advisory Committee Meeting; planned all program events and innovation workshops by partnering with industry contacts. Built and managed relationships with C-suite executives and Board of Directors to support association goals; oversaw the planning and execution of monthly, quarterly and annual Executive Board Meetings. Managed the creation of all marketing plans and strategies to enhance member outreach, including creating email blasts and organizing networking events. Held full accountability for all administrative and accounting support functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, account reconciliations and documentation/records management.

Provided comprehensive administrative and executive support for the Chairman, leading the planning and execution of events, coordination of HR tasks and administration of accounting functions. Recruited, interviewed, hired and trained administrative and marketing staff; managed the processing of payroll, insurance and PTO for workforces of 30+. Developed, implemented and maintained the employee handbook and training materials for the organization. Provided executive level leadership for Global Affairs, building strong and sustainable partnerships with shareholders and the Board of Directors. Organized and managed Board of Directors meetings and events, partnering with venues and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution. Selected to serve as Corporate Officer, providing executive support for the CEO and Board of Directors. Assisted with the development and management of global marketing and business development campaigns. Developed and facilitated the ABCs of Mining course numerous times for global audiences of ~70 individuals.