● Direct report to Executive Director & direct daily activities for one HR Generalist/Member of Senior Leadership Team● Lead & manage talent & acquisition process, performance management, training, employee relations and benefits programs● Partner with other Directors reporting to lead to coordinate & streamline internal and external program initiatives/goals

Key Accomplishments include:● Direct report to VP, responsible for daily HR activities; provide guidance/support to 3 field HR leads and 4 HR support staff.● Lead company headquarters recruitment and on-boarding efficiency efforts and drive related metrics● Network contact/administrator for e-learning system designed for new hire training; ensure all new staff are properly oriented● Maintain all online database systems including HRIS, ATS, vacancy reports, org charts and exit surveys● Re-built/audited 700+ employee files in preparation for federal audit● Automated annual performance appraisal process; oversee staff recognition program, staff engagement/exit surveys● Launched E-Verify program; standardized offer letters; refreshed careers website and on-boarding materials

Non-profit biotech start-up that promotes innovation & commercialization in nanobiotechnology & med. devices; Direct report to 2 senior level executives in administrative capacity in a fast paced, quality driven start up environment* Coordinated office move that included furniture & equipment acquisition and managed all on-going office operations* Heavy project management and mass email and telephone communication with high level executives on a daily basis* Organized and coordinated in-house and off-site meetings, conference calls, lunches and made all travel arrangements* Provided excellent customer service, attention to detail and follow through, strong prioritization and time management

Children's Media Entertainment and Licensing subsidiary with $25+ billion in world-wide retail sales; Worked closely with HR Director to achieve department goals and objectives to support overall company initiatives* Administered broad range of HR Generalist functions including personnel, payroll, office and budget management* Identified recruitment needs, i.e. source, track and select applicants for replacement and or/ new positions * Maintained and cultivated relationships with all "key" clients, i.e. employees, vendors and building management* Administered benefits, 401k plan, unemployment claims, immigration status issues, I-9 compliance, EEO-1 reporting* In 2005, assisted Director with $1 million office relocation to scout, negotiate and construct new office space* Managed full processing of bi-weekly payroll for 80+ employees in 3 states using ADP web-based application* Developed & implemented new/modified corporate policies, made recommendations in response to personnel issues* Produced all stages of employee and corporate functions and parties, coordinated travel arrangements, etc.* Responsible for all other managerial and administrative duties consistent with human resources functions and tasks

● Controlled entire hiring process for line employees and assisted Director in management positions● Screened, interviewed, recommended, and processed all new hires and pre-employment paperwork● Conducted orientations, provided safety and harassment training, and toured property● Assisted with special projects, planned all employee events, monthly luncheons, meetings and parties● Administered insurance benefits, worker’s comp., OSHA compliance, 401k plans, & other employee benefits● Effectively handled employee issues including listening, understanding and clarifying concerns● Assisted guest relations and occasionally worked corporate and client events