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CORY BROWN

CHARLESTON

Summary

HR Generalist with over 10 years of progressive experience, promoted twice from Coordinator to Generalist. Spearheaded diversity and inclusion efforts, fostering a culture valuing differences. Improved recruiting outcomes by implementing ATS system iCIMS, cutting time-to-hire by 20%. Maintained 100% accuracy in compliance reporting by conducting I-9 audits and managing employee records in HRIS. Bachelor of Business Administration focused on HR principles.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Aids Healthcare Foundation
08.2023 - Current
  • Fortified data integrity within the HRIS by designing automated validation checks, diminishing reporting errors by 65% and enabling better compensation strategies within the organization.
  • Guided resolution of over 50 complex employee relations issues monthly, including performance management, FMLA eligibility, and benefits inquiries, resulting in a 95% satisfaction rating from employees.
  • Systemized background check procedures, ensuring 100% compliance across 50+ new hires annually and mitigating potential legal risks of negligent hiring with zero legal infractions in the past year.
  • Coordinated company-wide events such as town hall meetings or wellness activities, boosting employee morale and fostering a sense of community within the organization.
  • Spearheaded university recruiting initiatives, resulting in a 40% increase in qualified candidate applications and securing 10 new hires from top-tier institutions; became the lead recruiter.
  • Examined complex workplace issues involving policy violations, producing detailed, unbiased reports for senior management, thereby facilitating equitable resolutions in 98% of cases, with zero escalations.
  • Steered the employee benefits program, guaranteeing precise enrollment for 95% of employees and faster claims processing, thereby enhancing employee satisfaction ratings by two points on internal surveys.
  • Trained 10+ managers in techniques to boost team engagement, increasing employee satisfaction scores by 25% as measured by quarterly surveys and fostering a more positive work environment.
  • Revamped the employee referral program, generating 75+ applications and filling 10 key positions with high-caliber talent; this initiative contributed to a 20% decrease in time-to-fill metric.
  • Pioneered a comprehensive onboarding program featuring mentorship pairings and 30-60-90 day check-ins, boosting new hire retention by 20% within the first six months and improving employee satisfaction scores.
  • Drafted 75+ error-free offer letters for prospective employees, collaborating closely with hiring managers to ensure competitive compensation packages, boosting the acceptance rate by 15% and reducing time-to-fill by 10 days.
  • Conducted I-9 audits on existing employees for new client partnerships.
  • Submits monthly state Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting for designated regions.
  • Championed the rollout of a new HRIS system company-wide, training 8 department heads on policy changes, resulting in improved policy adherence and streamlined HR processes across the organization.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Panoramic Health
07.2017 - 08.2023
  • Customized iCIMS workflows by creating 50+ automated email templates for candidate communication, improving recruiter efficiency by 20% and candidate satisfaction scores.
  • Enhanced employee experience by spearheading the rollout of three HRIS system updates, which introduced mobile access for time-off requests, streamlined benefits enrollment, and modernized employee data access.
  • Orchestrated seamless employee transitions, processing 200+ onboarding, offboarding, transfer, promotion, and status change requests annually while ensuring 100% compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
  • Governed employee relations by interpreting and applying HR policies, addressing over 50+ employee inquiries weekly and resolving disputes, resulting in a 95% satisfaction rate based on internal feedback surveys.
  • Audited employee training records monthly, pinpointing and resolving 15+ instances of expired certifications, ensuring 100% compliance with industry-specific regulations and mitigating potential legal risks.
  • Examined HR policies and procedures bi-weekly, presenting documented findings to fix the three biggest causes of compliance violations and improving adherence to best practices.
  • Pioneered innovative talent acquisition channels, including industry conferences and university partnerships, resulting in a 20% increase in diverse candidate pools and enhanced employer branding initiatives.
  • Revitalized the performance review system, introducing 360-degree feedback and SMART goals, leading to an 18% improvement in employee performance ratings, as measured by managers.
  • Navigated complex FMLA, ADA, and other leave programs for 150+ employees, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate in employee surveys regarding leave administration support and clarity.
  • Went over benefits with employees such as but not limited to; Health insurance, HSA, 401K, Dental, and supplemental insurance.
  • Evaluated the integrity of employee benefit enrollments by cross-referencing HRIS data with insurance provider records monthly, catching and correcting 50+ inconsistencies that led to an underpayment of benefits.
  • Forged partnerships with external vendors to deliver specialized workshops on project management and leadership, resulting in a 25% improvement in project delivery times and a 10% rise in promotions.
  • Developed and maintained 20+ standardized HR templates in Microsoft Word, ensuring compliance with evolving labor regulations and reducing legal risks through clear and accessible documentation.
  • Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and create strategic recruiting plans.
  • Launched a peer-to-peer recognition platform that allowed employees to nominate colleagues for outstanding contributions, directly correlating with a 15% increase in employee retention within six months.
  • Accelerated the hiring process by scrutinizing 75+ resumes per week, sending only the most promising candidates to hiring managers and shortening the overall recruitment cycle by 10%.

HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR

AbsoluteCARE
02.2013 - 07.2017
  • Launched a training program for new hires on accurate timecard submission, decreasing payroll adjustment requests by 25% and improving data accuracy within the first quarter of implementation.
  • Orchestrated quarterly workshops and training sessions focused on unconscious bias, cultural sensitivity, and inclusive leadership, leading to a 25% reduction in reported discrimination incidents.
  • Centralized employee data by migrating paper files to a cloud-based HRIS, bolstering data security, and slashing retrieval times by 75%, while also ensuring complete regulatory compliance with regional laws.
  • Revamped the new hire background check process with HireRight and Cisive, reducing the average time to hire by 4 days and saving an estimated 8 hours per new employee.
  • Addressed 100% of employee inquiries regarding policy interpretations and benefits eligibility, ensuring consistent application of company guidelines across all departments and locations.
  • Drove the full-cycle recruitment process for 15+ positions; screened 200+ applications bi-weekly, scheduled 60+ interviews monthly, and extended offers to qualified candidates, exceeding the quarterly hiring goals.
  • Cultivated a positive and transparent workplace culture by designing a new feedback system; decreased employee grievances filed by 60% and improved overall employee satisfaction scores by 45%.
  • Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives, introducing quarterly team-building activities and monthly appreciation awards, resulting in a 30% increase in positive feedback on employee satisfaction surveys and a 15% rise in productivity.
  • Integrated advanced applicant tracking system features into hiring workflows, enabling recruiters to fill 5+ open positions monthly, while standardizing communication touchpoints with candidates.
  • Revamped employee development plans by incorporating personalized training programs and skill-enhancement workshops, increasing internal promotion rates by 15% and filling critical leadership gaps.
  • Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.


Education

Master of Science - Human Resource Management

Strayer University
Washington, DC

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Strayer University
Washington, DC

Skills

  • HR Technology: HRIS, ATS, iCIMS, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, UKG, Paylocity, Dayforce, Taleo, Paycor, BambooHR, ADP, PeopleSoft
  • Talent Management: Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Performance Appraisals, Competency Modeling, Career Development, Employee Engagement Strategies, Talent Assessment, Leadership Development
  • Compliance and Legal: EEOC Compliance, Wage and Hour Laws, HIPAA Compliance, Workers' Compensation, Safety Regulations, Leave Administration, FMLA, ADA, FLSA
  • Recruiting & Sourcing: Boolean Search, LinkedIn Recruiter, Behavioral Interviewing, Campus Recruiting, Diversity Recruiting, Executive Search, Applicant Tracking, Job Board Management
  • Benefits & Compensation: Benefits Negotiation, Salary Benchmarking, Total Rewards, 401(k) Administration, Health & Welfare Programs, Equity Compensation, Benefits Administration, Compensation Planning
  • Employee Relations: Conflict Resolution, Mediation, Grievance Procedures, Employee Counseling, Disciplinary Actions, Performance Improvement Plans, Workplace Investigations, Employee Advocacy

Certification

  • SHRM-CP


Timeline

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Aids Healthcare Foundation
08.2023 - Current

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Panoramic Health
07.2017 - 08.2023

HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR

AbsoluteCARE
02.2013 - 07.2017

Master of Science - Human Resource Management

Strayer University

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Strayer University

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