First point of contact for all Human Resources employee needsResponsible for all aspects of the Human Resources Department Conduct full cycle recruiting and selection. Responsible for ongoing Employee Training, Development and Succession Planning Facilitate and document all grievances and disciplinary actions, process unemployment claims, and review and process all disability and worker’s compensation claims Provide feedback regarding performance development plans, communication, and areas for improvement Ensure the organization is compliant with all specific state and federal regulationsUtilize a standard method for determining merit increases to implement a performance appraisal schedule, based on individual employee contribution and performance Work with vendors to obtain the most competitive benefit packages for the best rates

Intergro Rehab ServicesSanta Ana, CASeptember 2013 through March 2014 Managed all human resource operations and supervised Company Area Representatives for an organization consisting of 21 rehabilitation facilities throughout California.Developed human resource strategies in line with objectives by establishing department accountabilities, reviewing staffing and talent acquisition processes, identifying training and development needs, performing investigations, counseling employees, reviewing succession planning, and maintaining employee relations and morale.  Developed human resources operations financial strategies.Provided feedback regarding performance, performance development plans, communication, organization values, and areas of training improvement.Provided human resource advice to management regarding decisions and future development initiatives.Identified the need for improved workflows, processes, and documented organizational structures.Ensured the organization was compliant with all specific state and federal regulations.Lead the organization through an aggressive recruitment initiative searching for qualified candidates that possessed the knowledge to work within a specialized healthcare field.Developed a standard method for determining merit increases and implemented a performance appraisal schedule. Conducted a company-wide audit of all benefit invoices for 2013 and identified discrepancies which resulted in a refund of over 100K to the organization.

Responsible for the annual recruitment and retention efforts of the District including the implementation of the ongoing membership drive campaign developed at the association level.Accomplishments:Successfully served on planning committee for Revlon Walk.Played a key role as Co-Chair for successful PIHRA D14 Member Social in 2012.Increased PIHRA D14 membership by 20% at mid year 2012 and 32% in 2013.

CONSULTANTHRCAnaheim, CASeptember 2011 through September 2013Provided full service human resource management and consulting for a number of large clients including DM Braun, Benham Advertising, and Burton James.  Assisted clients with human resource services and decisions which positively impacted business performance and financial results. Managed key relationships with existing clients and identifying specific needs by offering product solutions to positively impact their business models.

Easter SealsSanta Ana, CADecember 2011 through April 2013  Successfully placed, upon assignment, within various organizations to provide full service human resource functions. Led recruiting initiative for Easter Seals (Autism Services Line) including ad placement, screening, selection, and offer extension to specific candidates with a detailed set of knowledge, education, and experience.  Integral member of a team that coordinated interviews, processed background checks, and extended offers throughout several counties within a strict timeframe to meet deadlines set by the organization.

Solely responsible for all aspects of human resources for an organization consisting of 27 offices and 370 employees within Southern California. Collaborated with Finance and Payroll to develop policies and procedures, ensure legal compliance, and convert payroll providers which significantly reduced costs for the organization. Opened, screened, and staffed employees for 11 new office locations focusing on recruitment based on geographic location, and qualifications while using the most cost- effective sourcing methods. Enhanced 401k options by improving fund choices and coordinating consultations for the employees with licensed investment brokers at no additional cost. Made significant changes within the health benefits options that saved the organization 19% annually and cut employee copays by 50%.Developed and implemented 3-6-12 performance improvement programs that tied supervisor and employee goals which improved morale, attendance, employee satisfaction, and job satisfaction by 20%.Reduced unemployment costs by 31% by managing cost and claims. Coordinated and provided employee transition support during a downsizing initiative from 370 employees to 94 employees without any legal complaints or grievances being filed. Provided specific due diligence information and support during the First American Corporation acquisition.

Coordinated the schedule for all 2000 volunteers for various shifts throughout the 4 day conference. Made sure that all shifts were covered by making changes to the schedule as necessary.

A financial services and leading title-company that acquired an independently owned escrow company with 27 Southern California offices with more than 370 employees.; Scope of responsibility included all aspects of the Human Resources function as a one-person HR departmentProvided counsel and guidance to managers on employee issues.Performed all investigations and resolved issues at minimal cost to company. Provided guidance on all compliance and regulatory issues.Partnered with Finance and Payroll departments to create payroll policies and to ensure legal compliance and correct payroll processes, significantly reducing costs.Opened 11 new offices – staffed offices, recruited escrow managers to lead the newly opened operations. Recruited staff with creatively targeted recruiting based on each position and geographic area to identify, attract, and employ the most qualified candidates using the most cost-effect sourcing methods available.Enhanced 401k options; improved fund choices, arranged for employees to have free consultations with licensed investment brokers without increasing the costs, ensured reporting and compliance.

Responsible for all human resource functions and recruitment within the organization. Successfully screened and recruited the total workforce of 220 employees for a subsidiary.Solicited RFIs for employee benefit options, performed analysis, and presented benefit options and recommendations for management approval.Monitored employee development and extended advancement opportunities to those who met qualifications. Reviewed, interpreted, and made revisions to all parent company benefits and human resources policies to ensure complete compliance with California employment law and all regulatory guidelines. Facilitated and documented all grievances and disciplinary actions, process unemployment claims, and reviewed all disability and worker’s compensation claims for the organization. Coordinated the closing of the subsidiary company after corporate made the decision to relocate out of the state of California. Coordinated all employee exit interviews, packets, and services that were provided by the parent organization. Developed a Company Culture Committee and rolled it out to the organization to increase morale, productivity, and employee satisfaction.

A managed healthcare organization and wholly-owned subsidiary of Principal Life Insurance Company that handled medical claim negotiations for insurance companies.; Advanced through the ranks from an HR administrative position to having sole responsibility for the Human Resources department.Recruited one third of the total work force of 220 employees for the subsidiary.Solicited information and bids for employee benefits.Interpreted and implemented all parent company benefits and human resource policies to ensure compliance with California employment law and regulatory guidelines.Facilitated management’s handling of grievances and disciplinary actions; processed unemployment, disability and worker’s compensation claims.Closed down facility following decision to relocate the subsidiary out of California.

Conducted applicant interviews, background screenings and skill set evaluations. Worked closely with management in coordinating and conducting disciplinary proceedings including termination of employment. Responded to employee inquiries relating to benefits and corporate policy. Provided employees with updated corporate policy and benefit documentation. Maintained complete personnel files for all employees. Chaired safety committee and conducted ergonomic evaluations with all new employees and all employees with complaints. Coordinated all employee events. Oversaw weekly input of employee payroll, trained and assisted surrogate timecard entry personnel. Coordinated all corporate travel. Resolved payroll and benefit discrepancies with corporate accounting. Chaired the Employee of the Quarter Committee.