Kaylee Brown Email & Phone Number

Vancouver, Washington, Us

I am responsible for providing strategic oversight, leadership and guidance to the HR functions including, but not limited to talent acquisition, career development, performance management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and succession planning. I directly support the Partners and 115+ employees in 20+ different states. Some of my key responsibilities include:• Responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating all HR related functions to ensure compliance with the company’s standards, policies, and procedures • Supports the business by providing human resources advice on decisions; provides emotional insight, data analysis, and research to support decision-making process• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions• Update and revise current job descriptions as well as develop new job descriptions as needed• Facilitates the employee performance review process in collaboration with the leadership team• Maintains an efficient recruitment/interviewing function to ensure adequate staffing at all levels• Completes ongoing analysis of employee handbook and makes recommendations for additions/changes and complete annual update• Counsels’ management and employees on disciplinary actions and performance issues• Partners with Management to achieve organization and business alignment• Works in conjunction with the Managing Partner to analyze yearly compensation trends. Implements any wage changes on an ongoing basis as well as changes identified on a yearly basis through the compensation analysis

Vancouver, Washington, Us

I was responsible for providing Company direction for all human resources functions including the planning, developing, establishing, and administering of human resources policies, procedures, and functions in accordance with Company business objectives and all relative legal requirements at multiple (19) locations for approximately 160 employees.Some of my key responsibilities included:-Guided and managed the Human Resources functions including recruiting and staffing, compensation, benefits administration, performance management, leadership development, policy development, employee relations, and legal/regulatory compliance-Administered and analyzed HR metrics, reports, communications, surveys, organizational charts, record keeping, correspondence and personnel files-Identified HRIS project opportunities; defines goals, develops project plans and facilitates execution of the plan to meet HR functional objectives-Coordinated the development, evaluation, and creation of job descriptions with managers, supervisors and incumbents-Planned, coordinated, and led new employee orientation sessions-Processed bi-weekly multi-state payroll, including garnishments, benefits, and taxes for approximately 160 exempt and non-exempt employees consistent with federal, state wage and hour laws-Served as a change agent by influencing key stakeholders in support of organizational effectiveness-Counseled management and employees regarding employee relations matters and is involved in internal investigations and disciplinary matters

Burlington, Massachusetts, Us

I was the on-site Human Resources Generalist II that supported 400+ employees at the Sumner, WA plant location. I was a key contributor with employee relations, executed HR policies and procedures, supported business strategy, employee engagement, performance management, employment law and recruitment.Some of my key responsibilities included:-Collaborated with the Compensation, Benefits, HR Business Partners, and Recruiting teams to ensure the business attracts, motivates, develops and retains great talent through effective Recruiting, Talent Development, Employee Engagement and Performance Management-Administered HR programs to facilitate organizational design that supports the business strategy, and participated in special projects as needed-Improved and applied HR processes, policies and standards meeting local and federal employment laws and cultural environment.-Counseled management and employees regarding employee relations matters and was involved in internal investigations and disciplinary matters-Administered and analyzed HR metrics, reports, communications, surveys, organizational charts, record keeping, correspondence and personnel files-Tracked and reported on open positions to help address staffing gaps strategically and assisted in the transfer process (permanent and contract employees) -Managed work compensation claims and FMLA leaves of absences-Planned, coordinated and lead new employee orientation sessions-Supervised 1 contract employee on HR processes-Coached and developed business partners in the areas of performance management and talent development-Developed various communications materials for Sumner location (i.e. PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, termination letters and employment-related correspondence)

Us

I was responsible for providing customer service and functional support to all Tidewater employees in various areas of Human Resources such as: recruiting, employee relations, compensation, training and development, performance management and employment law.Some of the essential functions that my job included: -Responsible for recruitment & selection, drug and alcohol program management, HRIS, employee relations, and labor relations at multiple locations for approximately 300 employees-Conducted full cycle recruitment efforts including: research, sourcing, interviewing, placement, and retention-Provided guidance, interpretation and application of federal, multi-state and local laws/regulations along with company policies, procedures and programs-Provided guidance and interpretation regarding three (3) Union contracts-Acted as company Drug and Alcohol Representative (DER) to ensure compliance with USCG, PHMSA and FMCSA regulations-Served as HRIS Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Microsoft Great Plains to ensure data and system integrity -Implemented and maintained Applicant Tracking and Onboarding system (Oracle - Taleo)-Assisted and counselled employees with employee relations issues and conflicts -Supervised 1 intern on HR processes-Developed and conducted training for various areas of the company-Performs other duties as assigned.

-Responsible for recruitment & selection, employee training management, employee relations, and managing HR records at multiple locations for approximately 800 employees-Performed full cycle recruitment -Implemented and managed keyless security badge system for company-Ensured HR files and records were maintained in accordance with legal requirements and company policy and procedures-Assisted with benefit compliance-Responded to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs-Developed and conducted safety, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and drug and alcohol training

•Performed full cycle recruiting and conducted new hire orientations. •Assisted in the development and creation of new and revised job descriptions. •Maintained employee information through ADP HR Benefit Solution (HRIS).•Developed and implemented employee engagement survey program.

Portland, Or, Us

•Lead and maintained efficient commission team of five to balance over $130k of revenue monthly. •Managed cash, payroll and banking duties while maintaining the confidentiality of employees and clients.•Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced office environment.•Solved complex customer related problems resulting in satisfied customers.

Bachelor'S Degree

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Social Sciences, Personnel Psychology And Human Resource Management