SUMMARY
Human Resources Professional with extensive generalist experience in for-profit and non-profit organizations. Career experience in sales, marketing, distribution, service, manufacturing, import/export, textiles and insurance industries. Emphasis in recruitment and selection, policy development, benefits administration, employee relations and associate retention. Astute and effective in employment activities, conflict resolution and management counseling in regard to employee relations issues. Effective management skills displayed in supervising Human Resources staff and interfacing with senior and executive management.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Confidential- current Non profit agency providing temporary shelter and programs to the homeless in the San Antonio area. 
Human Resources Administrator- Responsible for all human resources functions for this agency. Responsible for ensuring organization is in compliance with all Local, State and Federal guidelines, regulations and laws. Research, develop and introduce new policies and procedures to enhance the organizations effectiveness and efficiency. Extremely successful responding to Unemployment Insurance claims to avoid charges to UI account. Responsible for the development and implementation of recruiting and staffing plans, benefits administration and compensation plans, and counseling supervisors and managers regarding company policies, procedures, and all aspect of employment law. Develop and administer effective plans, which target employee welfare and recognition, communication and morale. Design and conduct new employee orientations. Participate in job fairs and college recruiting activities as necessary. Facilitate and provide support for organizational change and performance management. Work with managers and supervisors on disciplinary and corrective action measures to encourage performance improvements. Develop and conduct Resume Development course for SAMMinistries residents and guests to assist in their job search. 
Confidential
Confidential, one of the world’s largest business-to-business suppliers of essential office supplies and computer products and services. Gross sales approx.: 4.6 billion in North America.
Human Resources Consultant-November 2006 to July 2007 Responsible for Human Resources policies and programs in the following areas: recruiting, employee and labor relations, compensation and benefits, training, recognition, communications, safety and ER/HR research and investigations for DC, Warehouse, Transportation and Sales operations. Partner with market Vice Presidents, managers and supervisors to provide strategic human resources support focusing on achieving defined objectives, goals and market revenue results. Coordinate specific short-term assignments and workflow for organizational effectiveness. Manage recruiting efforts to effectively reduce turnover to meet targeted goals.

Confidential
Confidential. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Gross Revenue $15 billion
Human Resources Manager-June 2005 to June 2006 St. Louis, MO-State-of-the-Art plastics extrusion/blow mold-thermoforming Manufacturer of air bags for Nike athletic shoes, automotive parts and commercial medical products. Human Resources Manager for 24/7 operation with employment of 300 full-time and 100 temporary staff members. 
Act as a business partner to Nike IHM ST. Louis management team and enhance organizational effectiveness and competitiveness by providing HR leadership, support and programs that are aligned with Corporate and the IHM business objectives and goals. 
Creatively manage recruiting to accommodate 30% increase in manpower requirements while ensuring and maintaining adherence to Nike’s Competency Based Selection (“CBS”) Interview Process. Trained and advised management on “CBS” process. Implemented incentives to generate a more than 200% attendance improvement in manufacturing. Successful in the identification, investigation and resolution of several high profile Misconduct violations. Partnered with Corporate Employee Relations Staff to ensure Nike’s “Do the Right Thing” was fully utilized and clearly understood. Responsible for compensation program locally and adherence to Corporate Guidelines. Participation in quarterly calibration meetings to ensure compliance with all applicable policies and practices. 

Confidential April 2003– October 2004
International Trading Company with ownership/operations in a variety of business entities including textile, garment, IT and semiconductor. Gross revenue $2 billion.

Human Resources Manager-Managed Corporate Human Resources Department encompassing the full scope of traditional Human Resources functions. Responsible for employee population of 110 and 5 separate office sites throughout the US. Developed and implemented innovative training solutions, management strategies and policy initiatives to enhance and provide state-of-the-art direction for the Human Resources Department and organization. Participated in the First International Human Resources Conference providing strategic guidance to Human Resources Headquarters Unit in Korea.Provided guidance in Performance Management solutions for the organization. Updated compensation structure to remain competitive in the industry and comply with budget guidelines.

Confidential, April 2001- April 2003 Manufacturer and distributor of plumbing supplies. Gross revenue $65 million. 
Human Resources Manager
Managed Human Resources Department overseeing employment, employee relations, wage and salary administration, benefits coordination, payroll, worker’s compensation and safety for manufacturing operation with 500 employees. Participated in Division Operational and Financial meetings with executive staff. Eliminated excessive overtime premiums by successfully ensuring all manufacturing positions were filled on a just-in-time basis. Created and implemented a variety of policies and procedures to ensure compliance in COBRA administration, FMLA, CFRA and ADA compliance and State and Federal regulations.
Designed and introduced first new employee orientation, including safety orientation.
Developed first, formal compensation structure and created job descriptions for all manufacturing positions thereby eliminating costly wage and hour claims. Assessed supervisor skill level, identified and introduced first on site Leadership Development course. Researched and introduced multiple cost saving measures to the organization, including Enterprise Zone Tax Credit and California Work Share programs. Developed HR Department budget and participated in strategic budget process. 

Confidential 1985-2001
Sales, marketing, distribution and service of consumer electronics including PCS phones, home appliances, HVAC Products, security video and LCD projection products. Gross revenue $600 million.
Human Resources Manager (1998-2001)
Personnel Manager (1985-1998)
Managed corporate Human Resources Department with overall responsibility for employment, benefits, compensation, employee relations, policy development and enforcement, payroll and workers compensation. 
Reduced cost per hire by 68.5% within a twelve-month period. Advised management on various company policies, Federal and State laws, regulations and other legal matters, which ensured company’s compliance. Reduced recruiting expense by 54.2% by handling all recruiting efforts in-house. Assisted employees in resolving numerous benefit and employee relations issues. Negotiated a variety of benefit plans with vendors and ensured compliance with contractual agreements. Oversaw and maintained AAP and EEO programs. Planned and executed successful reduction in force without experiencing claims being brought against the company. Handled immigration matters for expatriate staff and received INS and Department of State approvals for over 100 immigration cases, which resulted in company savings of over $200,000.Participated in annual planning meetings with company president and executive staff. Created and executed Human Resources and payroll policies and procedures during merger between Fisher Company and Sanyo Electric Corporation.

EDUCATION
Master of Science
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Board of Managers; Central Institute for the Deaf, Board of Directors; Chatsworth Chamber of Commerce (1991- 1993)
Microsoft Office, Peoplesoft, Kenexa, ADP for Windows