Beth O'Neil, SHRM-CP

Experience

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  EarthCorps

  Sept 2006 - Aug 2007

  Americorps Volunteer
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  EarthCorps

  Jan 2008 - Dec 2009

  Outreach Intern, Team Leader
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  Peace Corps

  Jun 2009 - Feb 2010

  Environmental Educator

  • Participated an intensive nine-week training program in Charentsevan, Armenia • Organized and participated in environmental service projects• Studied Armenian language, became conversational • Studied Armenian history and culture• Participated in cross cultural trainings• Served as an Environmental Education Volunteer in a rural village school

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  Farm & Wilderness Foundation, Inc.

  Mar 2010 - Aug 2012

  Farm Intern/Lead Instructor

  Oversee quality programmingWork with all staff to create a fun, nurturing, creative, and challenging learning environment for campers and staffCreate a safe environment for all children and staff, both physically and emotionallySupport and promote the Mission and Core Values of Farm & WildernessManaged Barns and Garden staff, providing them with support and feedback

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  Preble Street

  Nov 2012 - now

  As the HR Director, I provide comprehensive leadership and strategic direction for all human resource functions at Preble Street. My role is instrumental in aligning HR strategies with the organization's mission and values.Key responsibilities include:Leading and developing a high-performing HR team to deliver exceptional service.Overseeing the entire employee lifecycle, from talent acquisition and onboarding to performance management and offboarding.Implementing and administering competitive compensation and benefits packages while ensuring compliance.Fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture through effective employee relations and engagement initiatives.Managing labor relations, including contract negotiations and grievance resolution.Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.Collaborating with leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational goals. Show less Investigation and Resolution: Investigate and resolve employee complaints and grievances in a fair and impartial manner. Coaching Managers:I'm passionate about helping managers navigate the toughest challenges, from facilitating crucial conversations to addressing performance concerns with empathy and effectiveness. Counseling and Mediation: Skilled in providing counseling and mediation services to employees and managers. Able to help employees and managers resolve their conflicts in a constructive and productive way.Training: Focus on workforce development, employee engagement, and strive to cultivate a positive work culture. Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate the agency-wide, comprehensive training program for staff, management, and interns. I work towards meeting training objectives and requirements, ensuring that trainings meet our compliance requirements and align with the agency's mission and values. Show less Provided administrative and operational support to the Vice President of Human Resources in the management of all HR functions, including:Hiring and onboardingBenefits administrationEmployee relationsTrainingSafety-related reportingLeave administrationPolicy implementationEmployment law complianceUnion/CBA relationsWorked closely with the Vice President to ensure that all HR processes were efficient and effective, in alignment with our mission, and that the organization was in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Show less As a member of the Residential Services Management Team, I led the operations of Florence House (Emergency shelter/Housing First apartments) ensuring the delivery of exceptional services aligned with the agency’s mission.Key responsibilities included:Overseeing program administration and implementation.Directing staff development, performance management, and client safety.Collaborating closely with the Senior Director of Residential Services on strategic initiatives, resource allocation, community partnerships, and grant development. Show less

  • Director of Human Resources

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Employee Relations and Training Manager

    May 2023 - Jan 2024

  • Senior Human Resources Generalist

    Sept 2019 - May 2023

  • Florence House Program Director

    Jul 2018 - Sept 2019

  • Florence House Supervisor

    Jun 2017 - Jul 2018

  • Logan Place Supervisor

    Jun 2016 - Jun 2017

  • Logan Place Caseworker

    Jan 2014 - Jun 2016

  • Florence House Caseworker

    Nov 2012 - Jan 2014