Organizational Effectiveness…Talent Acquisition and Retention …Implementing Cultural Change
Experienced Human Resources business partner with demonstrated experience in partnering with senior management while developing and executing strategic human resources initiatives in support of organizational goals. Expertise includes:
Career Development ● Employee Relations ● Performance Management ● Total Rewards System Design
Affirmative Action
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AERAS, Rockville, MD 6/2014 – present
Aeras is a not-for-profit, biotechnology organization, advancing TB vaccines for the world.
Manage global talent acquisition
Implemented new Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Implemented employee recognition program
Helped design and implement new corporate relocation policy
Leadership development
SANFORD ROSE ASSOCIATES 12/2012 – 7/2013
Consultant, Executive Search
Executive search consultant within the Life Sciences industry throughout the U.S. specializing in the placement of mid to senior level executives cutting across all functional areas.
Obtained three senior-level searches
Marketed SRA to Biotech and Pharmaceutical companies on the East Coast
CARDIOCORE LAB, INC. Rockville, MD 1/2006 to 12/2012 (Company sold – 12/31/2012)
Director, Human Resources, Training, Administration and Facilities 2009 - 2012
Director, Human Resources, Training and Administration 2007 - 2009
Director, Human Resources and Training 2006 -2007
As a member of the Senior Management Team, provided strategic direction and guidance to this cardiac core lab which delivers global services, scientific consulting and state-of-the-art data and information management. Supported employees in multiple US and International sites. Provided leadership and management consultation to executive clients in US, Europe, and Asia. Managed a budget of $1.2M.
Implemented an integrated competency-based performance review program, resulting in positive cultural changes, and closer alignment of departmental and organizational goals.
Implemented a structured, behavior-based interviewing model reducing turnover by 50%, from 22% to less than 11% within one year of implementation.
Created internal and external recruitment SLAs resulting in reducing annual recruitment agency fees by over $125,000.
Implemented a career development program, to include career ladders, promotion guidelines, and Personal Learning Plans (PLPs) for all employees. This program enabled the organization to identify high-potential performers and succession plan candidates, resulting in several key promotions within the organization.
Implemented an internal equity-based total compensation structure and philosophy, which enabled the organization to attract and retain key talent.
Successfully represented Cardiocore in over 100 Good Clinical Practices (GCP) in-process, and qualification audits. No critical findings were noted in any of these audits.
Managed the corporate HRIS. Implemented an automated timekeeping process linked with payroll and finance. Implemented GCP compliant training database and workflow processes.
Negotiated annual benefits renewal, keeping cost increase under 6% and under budget.
Successfully led the integration of two businesses.
Responsible for security for multiple sites in US, Europe and Asia. Wrote and implemented Disaster Recovery Plan.
Digital Infuzion, Inc. Gaithersburg, MD 3/2005 to 12/2005
Director, Human Resources and Training
Digital Infuzion is an SEI CMMI level 3-appraised information technology firm that offers innovative computer services, informatics, and enterprise solutions to research centers and healthcare organizations. Member of Senior Management Team.
Redesigned corporate compensation structure, resulting in clearly defined salary grade ranges, management bonus structure and criteria.
Designed and facilitated “Writing Goals and Objectives” training program, resulting in each employee’s goals and objectives being aligned with the corporate mission statement.
Aligned Performance Appraisal and Selection process to competency-based job profiles.
MedImmune, Inc. Gaithersburg, MD 2/1998 – 2/2005
Director, Human Resources 2003 – 2005
Associate Director, Human Resources 2000 – 2003
Senior Manager, Human Resources 1998 – 2000
Supported over 200 employees in the manufacturing plant and over 400 employees in the corporate headquarters. Strategic business partner to IT, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Research and Development departments. Managed a $1.2 million recruitment budget and 5 HR employees.
Implemented Career Architect competency programs for over 400 employees including department heads in Finance, IT and Regulatory departments which resulted in reducing turnover from 18% to 11% in a less than two years.
Managed corporate recruitment function reducing annual agency fees by over $200K while managing through a 71% FTE headcount growth in a 4 year period.
Implemented 360 degree Campbell Survey® for over 200 employees in the Research and Development departments. Utilized results to create career paths for non-PhD scientist, as well programs designed to recognize employees performing “good science” on both high and low profile projects. Follow up survey demonstrated improved employee satisfaction and reduced turnover.
Served as corporate Affirmative Action Officer; successfully navigating on-site OFCCP audit and receiving complete compliance clearance.
BS, General Studies, Business Administration, (Dean’s List) University of Maryland, College Park, MD
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