Human Asset Management

HR Executive JD (Texas Relo) Human Resurces Resume


Resume of Candidate # 331007, is the consummate executive-level manager with diverse record of success improving multi-site domestic and global operations through superior HR and legal expertise.  Adeptly mitigates risk and ensure operations align with corporate benchmarks. Keen ability to conduct and oversee business-critical negotiations aimed at recovering and surpassing revenue expectations.

Top-performing leader, building exceptionally strong internal and external client relationships while forging solid alliances with strategic partners to establish consensus across multiple organizational levels involving C-level executives, managers, associates, and labor representatives. Highly adept at evaluating operational effectiveness and driving mission-critical change initiatives as well as developing keen solutions that meet complex business needs. Excel at attracting and retaining top talent, building culturally diverse teams equipped to succeed in performance-driven environments.
 
Legal, HR and Management Strengths:
·         Strategic and Tactical Leader / Manager
·         Credible Activist
·         Cultural Steward
·         Talent Manager / Organizational Designer
·         Strategy Architect
·         Business Ally
·         Operational Executor
·         Mentoring and Coaching
·         Safety and Risk Management
·         State / Federal Regulatory Compliance
·         Collective Bargaining / Union Avoidance
·         Contract Preparation and Negotiation
·         Team Building / Servant Leader
·         “Go To” C-Level Executive
 
Professional Experience
 
Energy  Start-up Firm - Texas
Senior Vice President / Chief Legal & Human Resources Officer           (2007)                          
C-Level Executive with oversight authority for all Legal and Human Resources activity for energy / oil and natural gas start-up company whose business plan is to establish a significant International presence.  This company has yet to cash-flow and, as such, no one has been paid..
 
Healthcare System - Georgia                                                         
Vice President of Human Resources                                                         (2006)
Recruited by COO to devise and implement comprehensive organizational framework for newly integrated health services organization with $400M in annual revenue, nearly 7,000 associates, and 501(c)(3) status.
Coordinated daily with COO ensuring operational roles and organizational development strategy aligned with key initiatives in wake of acquisition. Guided and mentored teams in all matters pertaining to recruiting and staffing, training and development, succession planning, internal communications, and legal and regulatory compliance. Provided leadership and supervisor training to business unit executives and mid-level management. Overhauled HR operations, pinpointing and assigning specific areas of accountability. Launched corporate newsletter and served as Editor-in-Chief.
Selected Accomplishments:
♦         Triggered more than $200K in savings by resolving major benefits management & reporting issue.
♦         Streamlined processes and transformed HR operating model to provide greater ROI, enhanced proficiency, and strong organizational presence.
♦         Spearheaded push to institute critical training component for various business units.
♦         Served as corporation’s first Vice President of Human Resources (VPHR), laying groundwork and setting standards for subsequent HR executives.
 
Staffing Consultanting Firm  –  Texas
Legal & Human Resources Associate                                                   (2004 - 2006)
Served on legal and HR teams for prominent international clients, significantly impacting full range of HR initiatives such as performance management; reward and incentive programs; training and development; recruitment, hiring, retention.
Advised Senior- and C-level management on critical legal and HR decision making. Designed and executed workforce strategy synchronized with business objectives. Facilitated change initiatives and implemented an array of complex HR solutions.  
Selected Accomplishment:
♦         Championed comprehensive evaluation of internal operations to align department goals with overall client business objectives.
 
Healthcare System –  Texas
Vice President, Human Resources / Risk Management General Counsel             (1998 - 2004)
Recruited to assume leadership position, directing HR and legal initiatives for 500-employee healthcare company with revenues approaching $50M.
Collaborated with CEO and COO to develop organizational restructure, robust policies and procedures, and standardized compensation programs. Authored policies, procedures, and job descriptions as well as devised cost-effective pay scales; prepared first three editions of Employee Team Member Handbook. Conducted seminars on Team Building, Communication, and Employment Law to facilitate employee job satisfaction and improve safety.
Selected Accomplishments:
♦         Implemented new standards that slashed workers' compensation claims by 70% and launched Workers Compensation program that cut costs by 50%; achieved zero lost-days from work-related injuries at 2 facilities.
♦         Identified and eliminated redundant positions to lower corporate staff overhead 50% and decrease field payroll cost by nearly $1M.
♦         Effectively formalized corporate culture and led internal / external branding and communication campaigns to earn solid reputation and become employer of choice within highly competitive market.
♦         Bolstered strength of in-house corporate and field management teams through strategic implementation of Organizational Leadership Development and Succession Planning programs.
 
Manufacturing Firm – Texas
Vice President, Law & Administration Chief Administrative Officer        (1996 to 1998)
Spearheaded all facets of HR, legal, and administrative duties for 200,000-square foot heavy manufacturing operation employing 800 individuals at multiple sites in two states.
Designed and deployed strong organizational framework built on clear yet comprehensive policies and procedures. Led special project teams to address critical issues such as turnover, workers' compensation, and employee communications.
Selected Accomplishments:
♦         Improved corporate-wide operations: eliminated non-work-related injuries, lowered work-related injuries by 20%, and reduced staff turnover by more than 30%.
♦         Skillfully managed risk and litigation issues during change management and Chapter 11 filing.
♦         Credited for zero employment-related lawsuits or settlements.
♦         Served as liaison with Bankruptcy Court Trustee, Creditor’s Committee, and Bankruptcy Court.
♦         Directed downsizing initiative requiring 50% elimination of workforce; established employee recognition and incentive programs to facilitate change management.
 
Major Healthcare System – Texas
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management / General Counsel            (1993 to 1995)
Steered and directed mission-critical areas (legal, HR, risk management) for $160M, multi-state corporation with more than 7,500 employees at 60 facilities.
Developed and instituted policies to ensure effective mitigation of corporate risk and compliance with industry practices and government regulations. Leveraged deep expertise and leadership to establish robust Legal and HR operations as well as lasting corporate culture. Advised executive team on legal issues pertaining to acquisitions, including due diligence review. Managed relations and negotiations with union representatives.
Selected Accomplishments:
♦         Successfully initiated Risk Management programs, drastically shrinking total workers’ compensation lawsuits from historical high of 24 to just 6 over 12-month period.
♦         Captured $500K in savings through development and focus on new safety standards
♦         Named to Executive Management Committee by Board to lead HR, Legal, and Risk Management programs —established corporate-wide training to decrease regulatory complaints by 66%.
 
Prior success includes Associate General Counsel, HEA Management Group, Inc.; Associate Attorney, Healthcare & Employment Law Section, Shannon, Gracey, Ratliff & Miller; Chief Counsel, Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center;& Lieutenant-Commander, U.S. Navy, Judge Advocate General’s Corps.
 
Education and Credentials
Juris Doctor (JD) – Univ of Memphis, Memphis, TN
Received American Jurisprudence Awards (AM JURs) for Contracts & Civil Procedure
Selected as “Best Advocate” during first-year Moot Court competition
Completed all coursework towards MPA without taking oral boards – Univ of Memphis, Memphis, TN
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – Colorado State Univ, Fort Collins, CO
Admitted to practice law in Colorado, Tennessee, Texas, Southern District of Texas

& U.S. Court of Military Appeals
 
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Texas Bar Association  &  Houston Bar Association
 
Please send me more information on this candidate
Powered by HireSuite Recruiting Software | Copyright © 2007 All rights reserved