Susan Lasher Email & Phone Number

Orlando, FL, US

Orlando, Florida, United States

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

Los Angeles, California

• Navigated employee relations matters, including conducting workplace investigations involving employee workplace behavior, manager and subordinate mediation, performance management, pursuing disciplinary actions with.
• Oversaw accommodation requests, including accommodations for workers compensation, ergonomics, disability (ADA), or work restrictions. Engage in the interactive process when applicable
• Administered leaves of absences, including Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and California Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDLL) in order to remain compliant with University policy.
• Developed morale building initiatives and monthly training opportunities to enhance group cohesion, promote development, and reduce turnover. Ensured staff compliance for required campus trainings
• Advised managers on options for staff personnel appointment types and classifications, including staff and academic student appointment types, paying particular attention to relevant benefits costs and overall.
• Managed all recruitments to ensure searches are done in conjunction with University policies, EEO, ADA, and affirmative action. Created employment offer letters and oversee onboarding, including benefits enrollment

New Brunswick, New Jersey

• Oversaw payroll and benefits enrollment and termination for 250 employees throughout New Brunswick, Camden, and Newark campuses. Benefits administration including vendor relationships and billing in excess of.
• Served as first point of contact for payroll inquiries; Processed and reconciled personnel-related financial transactions including salary actions for staff and part-time workers. Processed new hire, termination.
• Generated payroll reports to analyze and reconcile in partnership with Accounting
• Responsible for HR on-boarding by processing all pre-employment requirements such as background checks and conducting new hire orientation
• Delivered policy interpretation to ensure accurate and consistent application of all company policies and procedures in conjunction with state and federal regulations
• Mediated and resolved employee relation disputes and advise employees on corrective actions and professional business etiquette

New Brunswick, NJ

• Managed projects related to employee hiring, on-boarding, and annual performance reviews
• Administered department’s recruitment software, including LinkedIn, iCIMS, and FileFinder
• Planned monthly employee training seminars and quarterly full-staff meetings
• Managed inaugural 10-week summer internship program of 2016

New Brunswick, New Jersey

• Uploaded job vacancies to the Rutgers Foundation’s career website
• Conducted résumé, cover letter screening, and initial phone interviews
• Coordinated on-campus candidate interviews
• Updated organizational charts for general use and company reference, confidential projects, and presentations
• Maintained department’s monthly operating budget

New Brunswick, NJ

• Provided assistance to the courses "Employment Law" with Rutgers Professor Vik Advani and "Work, Society and the Quality of Life" course with the SMLR Director of Student Services, Sattik Deb
• Maintained student attendance and graded records on behalf of the professors by reviewing student weekly assignments, quizzes, and exams, using Excel, Word, and the Rutgers' web system Sakai
• Served as the main contact to resolve student issues or questions
• Assisted in creating a hands-on instructional environment that included facilitating small and large group activities and moderating discussions

Orlando, FL

• Completed a five month program based in Hollywood Studios (previously known as MGM Studios) at Mickey's of Hollywood, a guest merchandise location
• Collaborated daily with cast members from around the country and hundreds of guests a day from around the world
• Main responsibilities included maintaining routine store operations and inventory while preserving the team-based, efficient, logistical, and innovative environment
• Mentored by Disney leaders and professionals to gain exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills while remaining detail oriented to the top Disney standards
• Cast member of the month on location for November 2012

Master Of Legal Studies, Employment Law

Masters, Labor And Employment Relations

Recipient of The School of Management and Labor Relations Annual Fund Scholarship

Bachelor Of Science, Labor And Employment Relations, Minor In Human Resource Management

Dean’s List, Cum Laude