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Seattle, Washington, United States

Seattle, Washington, United States

Mercer Island, Washington, United States

• Oversee the human resources functions, including employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, and legal compliance.
• Partner with leadership and team members to develop and implement initiatives in support of an engaging, supportive, and inclusive employee experience.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and employees on sensitive workplace matters.

Kirkland, Washington, United States

• Supervise a 4-member team in performing HR functions for a social services nonprofit agency with 200+ employee and 25+ locations.
• Partner with HR Director and senior leadership to develop, improve and implement policies and procedures in alignment with the agency’s strategic goals.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations, including ADA reasonable accommodations, leave administration (FMLA, PFML, FFCRA), Workers Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, Form I-9, and.
• Collaborate with people managers to build equitable, supportive employee relations practices; provide coaching and guidance on performance and professional development matters.
• Partner with the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and senior leadership to develop and implement DEI initiatives; continuously work to strengthen HR practices by applying an anti-racist, equity lens.

Kirkland, Washington, United States

• Partnered with HR Director on policy and process development and implementation, such as PFML administration and COVID-19 response.
• Developed job descriptions and establish salary ranges for new positions, utilizing internal and external data.
• Conducted complex employee investigations while mitigating risk and maintaining legal compliance; consulted outside legal counsel as needed.
• Member of the Executive Leadership Team; contribute to strategic planning and mission/vision development activities.

Kirkland, Washington

• Served as primary contact with employees and supervisors in support of operational HR activities and employee lifecycle management.
• Managed onboarding process for new employees, including pre-employment requirements and first day orientations.
• Processed benefit enrollments, updates, and terminations; responded to employee inquiries regarding agency-provided benefits.
• Identified, implemented, and maintained new HRIS/ATS (BambooHR).
• Developed resources for hiring managers to support them with hiring and onboarding processes.

Kirkland, WA

• Coordinated full-cycle recruitment process for select positions, ranging from entry- to senior-level positions.
• Identified new recruitment avenues to address hiring needs.
• Co-Chaired Equity Engagement Committee for 2 years, promoting equity related practices and initiatives within the organization.
• Awarded quarterly “Employee Bonus Award” (nominated by colleagues).

Kirkland, WA

• Provided employment-focused case management to young adults experiencing homelessness
• Developed and facilitated Job Club groups to encourage peer support and job readiness

• Participated in organization’s decision making and problem solving processes at monthly Board meetings and through weekly email correspondence
• Wrote and edited grant applications; conducted research on potential donors and grant requirements

• Managed the Basic Food Employment & Training tuition assistance program
• Facilitated program growth of nearly 50% in one year through streamlining of processes, improved collaborations, budget modifications and outreach
• Tracked and managed program budget of over $400,000 annually
• Completed quarterly program reports and annual grant requests
• Established new relationships with community partners and worked collaboratively with college staff to meet the needs of students

• Provided employment-focused case management, including job readiness training and post-employment support
• Connected participants to employment and educational opportunities
• Helped participants develop short and long-term career goals
• Designed and taught weekly employment workshops
• Improved program forms and procedures to ensure highest level of customer service

• Helped Adult Literacy students transition to certificate and degree programs
• Provided students with ongoing support to reduce barriers and increase success
• Assisted with career exploration and employment soft skills
• Connected participants to on and off-campus resources
• Recruited participants into case management program and Adult Literacy classes

• Provided financial assistance and other emergency services to clients
• Completed intake process with clients; assessed needs and explained services
• Established comprehensive library of community resources
• Managed the food bank and front desk as needed

Human Resources Management Certificate

Bachelor Of Arts, Cultural Anthropology, Political Science

Activities and Societies: Founder/Co-President of WWU STAND: A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition