Dedicated Senior Human Resources Professional eager to contribute comprehensive background and experience toward actively supporting the employer in optimizing performance, human capital management, and productivity.

 

 

         15 years of experience in driving HR functional areas spanning recruiting, hiring, training and development, workplace diversity, conflict resolution, and budget management.

         Well-developed expertise in HR policy and procedure development, performance management, human capital strategies, labor relations, compliance, and organizational management.

         Proactively create, implement and facilitate employee development initiatives, practical retention strategies, and employee recognition and award programs to bolster productivity, reduce costs, and increase employee engagement.

         Draw upon outstanding employee relations expertise and attorney credentials to conduct grievance hearings, mediate disciplinary actions, and investigate claims.

         Able to work both independently and collaboratively with an unwavering commitment to ensuring confidentiality of personnel files and documents.

         Optimize and encourage employee communication and feedback through meetings, suggestion programs, employee satisfaction surveys, newsletters, and one-on-one coaching.

         Dependably facilitate transparent communication between staff and senior management.

 

 

Denver Public Schools, Denver, CO, 2008 to Present

HR Manager

         Spearhead human resources administration while providing critical leadership to management in determining hiring needs, developing budget, clarifying goals, and assisting employees impacted by reduction in force cuts.

         Successfully optimize human capital impact on meeting school objectives and ensure human resource activities consistently align with DPS goals and budgets.

         Implemented broad-scope company procedures encompassing leave of absences, performance management, staffing and discipline.

         Leverage polished problem solving abilities to mediate employee disputes, partner with union staff in resolving conflicts and grievances filed by employees, and attend/participate in EEOC mediations.

         Investigate and respond to Title IX harassment and discrimination claims.

         Advise, support and coach management in terminating employees and resolving grievances.

         Proactively partner with managers to help formulate strategies regarding performance management evaluations and remediation/improvement plans for employees.

 

Inspiring Greatness, LLC, Evergreen, CO, 2006 to 2009

Owner / Career and Communication Coach

• Developed and facilitated workshops and training sessions for topics such as diversity, career transition, performance management, and enhancing internal/workplace communication.
• Provided one-on-one coaching to individuals regarding career transition including job search strategies, resume development, interview preparation, negotiations, and final hiring.

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

Telecom Investment Corporation, Golden, CO, 2002 to 2007

Human Resource Director

• Directed complete human resources administration encompassing FMLA and ADA compliance, policy and procedure development, staffing (screening, interviewing, hiring, background/reference checks, offers of employment), performance management, and terminations.
• Fostered cooperative partnerships with outside vendors to reduce costs related to payroll and insurance.
• Teamed with outside counsel in resolution of EEO and Civil Rights Violation claims.

 

Rebecca L. Dieter Consulting, Evergreen, CO, 2001 to 2002

Human Resource and Compliance Consultant

• Completed detailed organizational needs assessments to identify company/client goals.
• Instituted innovative new processes for implementing succession planning within performance management framework.
• Collaboratively defined strategies with performance consultants for assisting clients struggling with performance-related issues.
• Authored complete employee manuals and HIPPA guidance manuals for medical practice.
• Conducted in-depth compliance reviews for clients to minimize risk and ensure adherence to governmental criteria.

 

Gibson Arnold & Associates, Inc. C Golden, CO, 1996 to 2001

General Counsel and HR Compliance C National Legal Placement Firm 

• Provided excellent legal and HR guidance to national placement firm including devising new company employee manuals to enhance understanding of internal processes and procedures.
• Effectively improved design, implementation, and measurement of existing human resource programs and processes.
• Exercised sharp attention to detail and accuracy in conducting HR audits in all office locations.
• Trained, coached and educated management team in conducting proper job interviews and in various employment laws and regulations to maintain consistent compliance.

 

Prior Background:

 

Rebecca L. Dieter, Attorney at Law, Bowie, MD, 1994 to 1996

Associate Attorney, Greenan, Walker, Trainor and Billman, Annapolis, MD, 1990 to 1994

 

 

License to Practice Law, states of Colorado and Maryland

B.S., Business Administration, Personnel Administration, University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Juris Doctorate, University of Baltimore School of Law, Baltimore, MD

Mediation Training Program, Mediation Professionals, Bryans Road, MD

Coach Training Program, The Coaches Training Institute, San Rafael, CA

SPHR Certification in Process

 

 

Society for Human Resource Management

National Human Resource Association

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hiring Agent Name

Title

Company Name

Address

City/State/Zip Code

 

Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a senior-level human resources capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As indicated in the accompanying resume, I offer a solid background in human resources management, proficiency in employee and labor relations, and considerable expertise in hiring, counseling and coaching, optimizing human capital, and policy and procedure development. To complement these qualifications, I offer strong experience in elevating staff morale, enforcing compliance with labor laws, conducting HR audits, and identifying cost savings.

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a driven professional committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance and leadership attributes.  I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future. Please note that I am planning on relocating to <insert region> in approximately <insert number> weeks.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date

 

 

 

Interviewer s Name

Title

Company Name

Address

City/State/Zip Code

 

Dear__________________:

 

It was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on [insert date here]. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered. I am still very interested in the [insert name of position] position, and I am convinced now, more than ever, that it is the right job for me. I feel my background and qualifications prepare me well for the challenges and responsibilities we discussed.

 

The position as you described it to me would combine my strong skills in [insert two skills or qualities here].  This would allow me to make a valuable contribution to your company.

 

(Choose one of the two paragraphs below, depending on whether or not you have, or have not yet, interviewed with the person)

 

(I am eager to meet with you in person to further discuss my background and qualifications. Please feel free to contact me at the above phone numbers so we can continue the discussion we began over the telephone.)

 

(Again, thank you for considering my qualifications. I enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. I look forward to hearing your decision.)

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

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