Guide the startup and management of a full spectrum of HR operations including 200+ employee recruitment process to help opening a new company project (AVAL).

Structure and implements programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, benefits packages, incentives and new-employee orientation.

Devises creative and cost-effective incentive and morale-boosting programs (including special events and an employee recognition program) that increase employee satisfaction and productivity.

Works closely with various departments, increasingly in a consultancy role, assisting line managers to understand and implement policies and procedures.

Reworks the new-hire orientation program to include HR information and company resources.

Answer benefit questions for managers and employees, as well as assist with problem solving. Acts as a liaison between employees and insurance carriers to resolve problems and clarify benefits. Assist with annual benefit renewals, including enrollment procedures.

Applies fundamental business and human resource concepts to establish and maintain effective work relationships with managers, the corporation, and the community; and maintain professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Handles information in a confidential manner.

Processes all salary changes due to merit increases, promotions, bonuses, and pay adjustments. And ensures that all necessary documents are received, information is entered into computer database, and forwarded to payroll.

Maintains a pay plan by conducting periodic pay surveys; scheduling and conducting job evaluations; preparing pay budgets; monitoring and scheduling individual pay actions; recommending, planning, and implementing pay structure revisions.

Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements; conducting investigations; maintaining records; representing the organization at hearings.

Awarded: Growth Award (2009) and Commitment Award (2013)