Kathy Ruffino, Mshrm, Shrm-Scp, Sphr, Phrca Email & Phone Number

Results-driven Human Resources Professional with progressive HR and leadership experience in providing innovative HR solutions for small to medium-sized organizations. Proven communicator with a strong commitment to service and a history of partnering in the development and implementation of HR strategies to achieve business results. Expertise in employee relations, performance management, Federal (multi-state) and California legal compliance, and workplace investigations. Development of policies and procedures, employee handbooks, and various training programs including Sexual Harassment Prevention (AB1825), recruitment & hiring, and disciplinary action. Masters in Human Resource Management from Brandman (Chapman) University and Bachelors of Science in Business Management & Administration from the University of Redlands. Nationally certified Senior Professional in Human Resources as well as a California-specific certification (SPHR-CA) from the Human Resources Certification Institute.Specialties: Employee Relations | Performance Management | Employment Law | Training | Benefits Design and Administration | Policies & Procedures Development | Wage & Hour Compliance | Employee Handbooks | New Hire Orientation | Leaves of Absence Administration | Workplace Investigations | Unemployment & Workers' Compensation Claims Management | Rewards & Recognition Programs

Listed skills include Human Resources, Employee Relations, New Hire Orientations, Deferred Compensation, and 46 others.