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Asian Americans for EqualityHuman Resources Director
Jan. 2020
The Brooksville CompanyDirector of Human Resources
Aug. 2018 - Dec. 20201270 Broadway; New York, NY
Penda Aiken, Inc.Human Resources Consultant
Jun. 2018 - Sep. 2018Brooklyn, NY
AT HOME SOLUTIONS LLCDirector of Human Resources
Jun. 2017 - Nov. 2017
CSH, the Source for Housing SolutionsDirector of Human Resources
Jul. 2008 - Apr. 2017New York, NY Expert oversight of daily human resources functions, encompassing talent management, professional development, employee mentorship, and performance improvement plans implementation Active involvement in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring personnel to fulfill staffing requirements in various levels
Close collaboration with the CEO in carrying out comprehensive investigation to address employee complaints
Enforcement of stringent compliance with state and federal laws and policies Hands-on engagement in negotiating, designing, and implementing benefits for the staff throughout compensation and benefits study Enhancement of employees’ competencies toward the achievement of their highest level of potential through proactive mentoring. Maximization of investment while saving cost through proper allocation of human resources budget
Cultivation of positive working relationships with employee to achieve their maximum level of performance
Improvement of overall corporate process through design, implementation, revamping, and rollout of the following key initiatives:
New Learning Management System
Recruitment and onboarding process
Core competencies for the staff
New mid-year and year-end reviews including 3-and 6-month reviews for new hires
New employee manual
Presentation of innovative recommendations to the executive management to improve the agency’s policies, procedures, and practices on personnel matters
Achievement of distinction for expediting the recruitment process, from 18 weeks to 10 weeks Acceptance of appointment as an administrator for the 403(b) plan, while simultaneously serving on the Investment Committee
NYC Department of BuildingsDirector of Human Resources
Oct. 2004 - Oct. 2007• Managed the day to day operations of the Human Resources Division including recruitment, employee retention, payroll functions, time and leave, employee benefits, personnel records, labor relations, collective bargaining, temporary employees, special projects, and all matters dealing with employee personnel services.
• Served as the Agency’s Labor Relations officer and was triumphant in winning over 95% of employee grievances.
• Designated liaison with all City agencies including; Mayor’s Office, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Labor Relations (OLR), Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS).
• Ensured compliance with all citywide Personnel Policies and Procedures and time and leave regulations.
• Maximized strategic planning, business development and communication resulting in an increase of organization profitability and efficiency.
NYC Department of BuildingsDeputy Director of Human Resources
Aug. 2002 - Oct. 2004-Assisted the Director in managing key agency-wide programs and functions that included labor/employee relations, training, absence control, employee benefits, recruitment and job certification.
-Managed a comprehensive raining Program from inception and design phase to implementation and delivery of programs.
TV Scan, A Division of BuyMedia, Inc.Manager, HR & National Media
Jan. 2001 - Oct. 2001(The New York Office Closed After 9/11)
• Collaborated in expediting and further expanding TvScan’s presence into the New York marketplace.
• Instituted an HR function and directed all HR responsibilities for the New York office including but not limited to organizational development, staffing, new hire orientations, compensation, benefits, performance evaluations, employee relations, incentive programs, succession planning and training.
• Researched and developed standard HR practices for BuyMedia’s two operating companies.
Petry Media CorporationManager, HR & Corporate Training
Dec. 1997 - Dec. 2000(Parent Company of Blair Television, Petry Television, Fox Television Sales)
• Developed and conducted a variety of training programs with emphasis on system instruction and concepts for all levels of employees including Sales Assistants, Account Executives, Research, Management and Station Clients nationwide.
• Extensive travel to network affiliates and regional offices providing training relating to work ethic, industry software applications and theories. Coordinated rollout of new and enhanced software products.
• Conducted employment interviews, made hiring decisions; networked to maintain and expanded base of contacts by hosting and participating in various career fairs. • Standardized all HR practices between PMC’s three operating companies and developed company intranet for in-house and client use.
• Conducted new hire orientation including benefits, compensation, company policies and procedures.
Blair TelevisionHuman Resources Associate
Feb. 1995 - Dec. 1997• Responsibilities included recruiting, interviewing, hiring and placement processes of entry level employees in sales, marketing, research and administrative support.
• Conducted in-house seminars for employees in interviewing skills and better business writing.
• Coordinated all company management meetings, conventions and holiday parties.
• Directed employee relations to appropriate handling.
Blair TelevisionTraining Coordinator
Nov. 1993 - Feb. 1995Blair Television, New York, NY
(Subsidiary company of Petry Media Corporation)
• Scheduled and expedited interview process for the Account Executive Training Program.
• Coordinated eight-week Sales Associate Training Program and three-week Accelerated Sales Associate Training Program.
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