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Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Enhanced the timeliness and caliber of hires throughout the fiscal year 2023 by successfully recruiting 123 new employees, resulting in a 50% reduction in turnover rate among individuals within their first year.Achieved cost savings totaling $77.5K by implementing an innovative recruitment strategy that optimizes resource allocation and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.Spearheads recruiting efforts across 28 states to effectively manage a workload of up to 80 open requisitions; Steers teams towards heightened productivity and superior performance through effective leadership.Defined performance standards to drive the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); Enhanced operational efficiency, standardized processes, and ensured consistent quality to effectively harmonize cross-functional efforts.

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Shaped the strategic direction of HR initiatives to drive meaningful organizational change; Led objectives including Classification and Compensation Study, HRIS Applicant Tracking System, Employee Assistance Program, Background Screening Services, and Benefits Broker.Oversaw the entire employee lifecycle from end to end, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management, talent development, and offboarding.Analyzed trends, including attrition and absenteeism, and collaborated with line management to establish customized metrics to address specific areas of concern.Developed a streamlined process enabling line management to effectively monitor the progress of new hires through structured stay interviews conducted at 30, 60, and 90 days.Orchestrated a range of HR programs and processes, including the successful implementation of a management incentive plan, differentiation in performance management, redesign of employee classification, and strategic initiatives focused on diversity and talent management.Revamped and expanded the administrative manual by implementing updates and enhancements to ensure clarity, adherence to current regulations, and increased accessibility for employees across the organization.Identified the root causes of involuntary and voluntary terminations by leveraging insights from data analysis to refine and optimize future employee relations strategies.Facilitated effective communication between the organization and Local 725 ATU Union by actively engaging in meetings related to grievances, memorandums of understanding, and contract negotiations.

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Formulated partnerships across the Human Resources function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.Effectively managed a departmental budget totaling $492,079 and achieved a utilization rate of 75% with one month remaining in fiscal year 2020; Forecasted and developed the budget for 2021 FY to drive strategic planning and resource allocation initiatives.Implemented a compensation-focused bonus structure for front-line employees aimed at recognizing their contributions, fostering morale, and providing tangible rewards.Established and led a COVID task force to ensure the creation and implementation of protocols that cultivate a compliant and safe work environment for all employees.Conducted a targeted survey to discern employee preferences for vendors and benefits; Automated the open enrollment process to deliver a streamlined experience that enhanced accessibility and convenience for all employees.Strategically allocated HR staff to operational departments by optimizing resource distribution to ensure seamless support and alignment with organizational objectives.Led the establishment of a Maintenance Search Committee to identify and secure suitable land for both temporary and permanent Maintenance Facilities; Participated in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process and presented to the Board of Directors to facilitate thorough vetting of various locations.Designed and implemented a Management Training program aimed at enhancing the leadership skills and knowledge of HR objectives across all organizational levels.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Achieved strategic cost containment by securing savings of $106,745 through active participation in a specialized program facilitating gross wage reimbursement via collaboration with the Department of Human Resources and the Alabama Career Center.Successfully staffed top revenue-generating positions within the first 4 months of employment while simultaneously championing initiatives that decreased overtime costs by $75K.Pioneered the creation of Preboarding, Onboarding, and Offboarding portals to enhance the overall employee experience and optimize the transition process for departing staff; Strategically designed onboarding portal to furnish new hires with essential resources 21 days prior to their start date.

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Psychology - Social Science

Masters Of Public Health (Mph), Public Health