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Summary

People-first HR professional with 14+ years of progressive human resources experience across nonprofit, healthcare, and startup sectors. Adept at
managing employee relations, multi-jurisdictional compliance, investigations, and team development. Proven success in leading HR departments,
implementing best practices in employment law, and cultivating inclusive, compliant, and engaged workforces. Recognized for transforming
underperforming HR operations and driving retention, employee satisfaction, and legal alignment across multiple sites.

Certifications

  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
  • AIRS Professional Recruiter Certification (PRC)
  • Certified Internet Recruiter (CIR)

Achievements

  • Implementing best practices in employment law and cultivating inclusive, compliant, and engaged workforces. 
  • Spearheaded multi-state HRIS and compliance rollouts across diverse sectors--achieving 100% legal adherence, audit readiness, and onboarding standardization in under 90 days.
  • Drove a 12% retention surge across biopharma, manufacturing, and speech therapy teams by spearheading high-impact engagement programs that turned new hires into long-term contributors.
  • Boosted 401K participation by 25% through targeted employee communications.
  • Reduced hiring and onboarding costs by 15% annually through targeted recruitment strategies and streamlined onboarding for speech-language.
  • Reduced non-billable labor costs by 15% annually with strategic workforce planning.

Work experience

03-2024present
National Therapy Center, Bethesda, US

Director of Human Resources

  • Oversight of HR functions for 75+ staff across Washington, DC, Maryland, and international locations, providing strategic workforce advisement to executive leadership.
  • Resolution of complex employee relations matters while ensuring full compliance with disciplinary procedures and accommodation processes.
  • Achievement of a 25% improvement in employee retention and a 25% reduction in therapist vacancies through the development and implementation of targeted talent acquisition and compensation strategies.
  • Maintenance of full compliance (100%) with FMLA, ADA regulations, and workplace investigation protocols across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Optimization of HRIS and time-tracking systems, resulting in a 40% increase in workflow efficiency and reporting accuracy.
  • Execution of bi-weekly payroll processes for over 75 employees, recovery of $6K in payroll errors, and assurance of compliance with multi-state wage
    regulations.
01-2018present
Consult Your HR, Hanover, US

Strategic HR Consultant & Coach

  • Managed multi-state payroll processing for 10-15 clients monthly, ensuring 100% on-time delivery and compliance for over 100 remote employees across nonprofit, healthcare, and small business sectors.
  • Provided HR advisory services to over 20 nonprofit and healthcare organizations, improving HR compliance scores by 30% through policy alignment and proactive guidance.
  • Conducted quarterly HR audits for community organizations, resolving 95% of identified compliance issues within 60 days.
  • Oversaw payroll implementation and compliance setup for three small businesses across four states, reducing tax registration delays by 50%.
  • Developed tailored standard payroll SOPs for various jurisdictions, decreasing processing errors and manual corrections by 30%.
  • Designed and delivered more than 15 customized employee handbooks annually, incorporating racial equity principles and inclusive hiring standards to enhance organizational policies.
  • Facilitated annual training sessions for over 50 managers on employment law, conflict resolution, and investigation practices, leading to a reduction in corrective action escalations by 40%.
  • Delivered over 50 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and workforce development training sessions with an average satisfaction score of 4.7 out of 5, resulting in a post-training engagement increase of 35%.
03-202312-2023
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Columbia, US

Talent Acquisition Manager

  • Leadership of a talent acquisition team comprising 5 members, resulting in a 25% increase in the flow of qualified candidates.
  • Reduction of aged requisitions from over 300 to under 90 days within the first seven months through strategic process improvements.
  • Oversight and meticulous management of a $1.3M departmental budget, achieving a 15% cost reduction while aligning with strategic objectives.
  • Enhancement of time-to-slate metrics by 25%, optimizing processes to reduce time-to-fill for critical roles by 20%.
  • Assurance of compliance with OFCCP, EEO, VETS, and AAP standards, strengthening industry engagement and reinforcing diversity initiatives.
  • Advancement of recruitment analytics capabilities, leading to a 25% reduction in reliance on third-party agencies and associated costs.
07-202203-2023
Vitesse Systems, Jessup, US

Talent Acquisition Manager

  • Directed talent integration strategy across a 5-entity merger, achieving seamless recruitment operations within a 7-month timeline.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to streamline recruitment processes, leading to a 15% reduction in time-to-hire and achieving a 90% satisfaction rate among hiring managers.
  • Conducted comprehensive role mapping for 50 positions in under four months to optimize workforce alignment post-merger.
  • Developed and implemented a unified employer brand strategy, resulting in a 30% increase in applicant volume.
  • Designed and launched data-driven recruitment dashboards, reducing hiring costs by 25% and enhancing the quality of hires through analytics-based decision-making.
  • Ensured compliance with EEO, OFCCP, and AAP regulations while fostering an inclusive candidate experience that improved retention rates by 25%.
07-202107-2022
Allegis Global Solutions, Hanover, US

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

  • Delivered comprehensive full-cycle recruitment support for high-volume corporate clients, including CVS Health and Meta.
  • Enhanced talent pipelines through the implementation of strategic sourcing methods, boosting efficiency by 30% with Boolean search, X-ray
    techniques, and ATS enhancements.
  • Spearheaded diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) sourcing initiatives, resulting in a 20% improvement in the pipeline of underrepresented candidates.
  • Ensured compliance with corporate DEI targets while recruiting for Fortune 100 clients to align with organizational goals.
  • Optimized sourcing strategies to address client-specific talent demands and meet objectives within tight deadlines.
  • Strengthened recruitment processes and talent acquisition outcomes by delivering tailored solutions for organizational needs.
01-201701-2018
Personalux & Company, Hanover, US

HR Business Director & Talent Manager

  • Managed a 5-member HR team, driving improvements in organizational efficiency and achieving a 25% increase in employee satisfaction.
  • Increased employee engagement by 30% through cultural activities aimed at fostering a positive and inclusive workplace environment.
  • Implemented strategic employee relations policies, resulting in a 40% reduction in workplace conflicts while maintaining compliance with regulations.
  • Improved health plan enrollment rates by 25%, supporting enhanced employee wellness initiatives across the organization.
  • Streamlined payroll administration for a distributed team of 25 employees across MD, VA, and PA, ensuring 100% compliance with pay cycles and tax codes.
  • Reduced payroll processing time by 40% through the development of automated workflows and self-service portals within cloud-based payroll systems.

Education

08-2023Present
University of Maryland

B.S. in Psychology

Qualifications

Core Competencies

  • Equity-Centered HR Leadership | HRIS Implementation (Paycom, iSolved) | Multi-State Employment Compliance
  • Talent Acquisition & Retention | Organizational Development | Performance Management
  • Employee Engagement & Recognition | HR Policy & Handbook Design | Training & Facilitation
  • Benefits & Leave Administration | Conflict Resolution | DEI Strategy & Implementation 

Technical Skills

  • ADA & FMLA Compliance | Applicant Tracking Systems | Benefit Management
  • Business Acumen | Budgeting | Career & Executive Coaching
  • Compensation Strategy | Compliance Management | Data Analysis & Reporting
  • DEI Initiatives | Employer Branding | Employee Retention Strategies
  • ERISA Knowledge | Executive Coaching | Fair Labor Standards (FLSA)
  • HR Administration | HRIS/HRMS Management | HR Policy Development
  • Interviewing & Talent Evaluation | Leadership Coaching | Legal & Regulatory Knowledge
  • Multitasking & Organization | Negotiation | Onboarding Programs
  • Payroll Processing | Social Media Recruiting | Strategic Planning
  • Statutory Compliance | Talent Management | Verbal & Written Communication
  • Workforce Planning

 

Software Proficiency

  • ADP Workforce Now | ADP Run | UltiPro | UKGPro | Paylocity | Paycor
  • iSolved | Workday | Zoho People | Sage | Peoplesoft
  • LinkedIn | Indeed | Glassdoor | Facebook | Twitter
  • HireEZ | Gem | SmartRecruiters | JazzHR | ClearCompany | iCIMS
  • Dice | Boolean Search | CareerBuilder | Xray Sourcing
  • Checkr | Sterling Check | Goodhire | Circa Diversity
  • Google Workspace | Microsoft Office | SharePoint | Salesforce
  • Trello | SurveyMonkey