Director Of People
Led HR function across enterprise, executing initiatives spanning employee relations, culture development, payroll, benefits administration, event planning, recruiting, facility maintenance, supply management, and problem resolution. Managed internal security, maintained government clearances for employees, and mitigated threats as Facilities Safety Officer (FSO). Improved recruiting, onboarding, and training processes that drove more effective talent acquisition efforts and delivered seamless integration into the workforce. Organized and directed culture-building events that promoted morale. Oversaw payroll, employee retirement savings plan administration, and health/safety initiatives. Supported audits and maintained local, state, and federal compliance.• Researched viable health benefits plans and presented 5 options to employees to meet the needs of a diverse workforce, including additional dental and vision coverage with no additional out-of-pocket expenses.• Recognized subject matter expert on facility safety, insider threat issues, and personally identifiable information (PII); mastered evolving government systems that tracked security clearance information, completed 28 hours of FSO training, and initiated and maintained government security clearance for 20+ employees.• Streamlined HR functions and processes through the integration of HR Management systems; implemented Bamboo HR and oversaw the integration with TRAX payroll to ensure a seamless flow of data.• Enhanced and maintained employee handbook and authored supporting policies that detailed parental leave, paid / unpaid medical leave, 36-hour workweeks, open PTO, benefits, and more.• Cross-functionally collaborated with different business units to modify and enhance the “Life and Careers” section on the company website; drafted employee bios and updated content to spotlight different employees throughout the year.• Spearheaded transition from Simple IRA to 401(k) Safe Harbor plans.
