February 2019 to present: Leading the HR Administrative group ensuring organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, HR policy development, workforce analytics and employee relations supports the Agency mission. From November 2010 to January 2019 managed all matters of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management for the 1600 Fire and Rescue Department. Created and delivered EEO/Diversity Training. Counseled employees and advised senior leaders on sensitive HR matters. Represented FRD… Show more February 2019 to present: Leading the HR Administrative group ensuring organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, HR policy development, workforce analytics and employee relations supports the Agency mission. From November 2010 to January 2019 managed all matters of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management for the 1600 Fire and Rescue Department. Created and delivered EEO/Diversity Training. Counseled employees and advised senior leaders on sensitive HR matters. Represented FRD at community and government EEO outreach events.From July 2006 to October 2010: Deputy Director for Human Resources and Recruiting at the Public Safety Communications Center. Senior HR professional in 300 person agency. Managed HR function with the help of 2 person staff to ensure best in class employee engagement and retention. Show less

Retired US Navy Reserve CDR, Human Resources OfficerPast experience include support of Wounded Warrior/ Navy Safe Harbor, 2 years. US Navy Active Duty; Family Readiness Program/ Veteran's Employment Initiative at the Office of the Chief Of Navy Reserve, 2 years. US Navy Reserve Supply Corp officer (general supply corp officer, fuels management/ contract management/inspector general classification) 22 years.

Provided strategic leadership for specific corporate Human Resources initiatives/projects and directed all Human Resources services/activities to include employment, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, training and development, and policy development/administration. Provided advice and counsel to management and staff on Company-wide Human Resources initiatives and employee relations issues..Served as a strategic partner with senior leadership, providing advice… Show more Provided strategic leadership for specific corporate Human Resources initiatives/projects and directed all Human Resources services/activities to include employment, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, training and development, and policy development/administration. Provided advice and counsel to management and staff on Company-wide Human Resources initiatives and employee relations issues..Served as a strategic partner with senior leadership, providing advice and counsel on aligning business objectives and Human Resources strategies to support achievement of desired results. Contributed to corporate goals designed to improve company processes, e.g., security, emergency preparedness, disaster recovery, performance management and employee orientation.Led the establishment of corporate Human Resources policies, ensuring alignment with and reinforcement of ACC’s culture. Served as the lead on policy updates and revisions, including annual updates of all policies. Identified training needs for HR training topics focused on building general management skills and transitioning these skills into leadership competencies. Conducted various training programs for all staff.Developed and introduced a comprehensive performance management process and related evaluation tools. Created and provided education resources to support effective understanding and usage of the process/tools.Coordinated OFCCP compliance activities, with our legal representative, to include the preparation and execution of the affirmative action plan, the completion of the Equal Opportunity Survey, collective bargaining agreements and other related activities. Provided strategic Human Resources leadership for organizational restructures that have included operational realignment which resulted in the elimination of half the employee population at ALLNESCO, Channel8. Show less

Managed entire HR function, demonstrating strong generalist skills in all areas of HR. Sole HR person on staff.Provided HR generalist services to Nuvasive (consulting job). Set up first HR department to include HR policies, training programs, benefit administration, recruiting and employee relations.