Randall Whitley

Experience

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  Rural/Metro Corporation

  Oct 1998 - Mar 2001

  Human Resources Manager (Central Ohio Division)

  Managed the Human Resources Department for 250+employee ambulance and fire services organization.-Aligned HR goals and activities with company and division strategy/tactics.-Reduced open positions from 35 to zero by improving employee relations/retention, streamlining hiring process, and creating a college recruiting program.Also, previous position w/same companyHR Generalist for Alabama, Lousiana, and North Florida (Oct 1998-January 1999)-promoted to HR Manager Central Ohio Division Show less

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  Nationwide Insurance

  Feb 2001 - Jun 2001

  Performance Improvement Analyst/Instructional Design (Graduate School Internship)

  Participated on a team that redesigned a training program to improve performance of 1st year sales agents.

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  Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

  Jun 2001 - Mar 2002

  Human Resources Analyst (Graduate School Internship)

  -Performed HR Services for the North American Tire and Retail Divisions-Staffed a new forecasting organization-Developed intranet site for Retail Managers to utilize for recruiting and hiring new employees-Participated in organizational assessment of the Health, Safety, and Environmental Department for the R and D Division-Conducted satisfaction interviews of minority and female incumbants related to internal promotion and career development processes in the Fayetteville, North Carolina manufacturing plant-Coordinated benchmarking assignments between Germany franchisees and Goodyear Retail Stores in the US-Managed project to develop manual and train new team in HR Services Center located in Memphis, TN-Conducted incumbant interviews to assess the distribution and quality of communication regarding the new bonus program-Conducted incumbant interviews to select best candidates for new sales positions in Chicago, IL Show less

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  Rummel Construction, Inc.

  Oct 2002 - May 2011

  Human Resources Manager

  Manage the Human Resources Department for heavy civil contractor.-Align HR dept goals and activities with business strategy/tactics.-Perform advanced generalist duties in all HR functional areas including employee relations, training & development, compensation/benefits, staffing, and safety.-Utilize data and HR Management levers to improve organizational performance.-Oversee government compliance activities related to federal contracting, EEO, Affirmative Action, Safety, etc.-Oversee company change initiatives and communication.-Supervise direct reporting staff.-Advise all levels of management on HR related matters. Show less

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  SHRM of Greater Phoenix (SHRMGP)

  Jan 2007 - Dec 2012

  Past President (& many others)

  Served on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee as Treasurer, Past President, President, President Elect, Legislative Action Board Liasion, and Legislative Action Chair.SHRM of Greater Phoenix (formerly VSHRA-Valley of the Sun Human Resources Association) is the largest Arizona affiliate chapter of the Society for Human Resources Management. The association holds several educational seminars for HR Professionals monthly; has a roboust committee structure with everything from Government Affairs, Workforce Readiness, and Community Involvement; & has leadership opportunities.My accomplishments included leading the conversion of the VSHRA to a 100% SHRM Chapter, creating a new dues structure with a lower cost Flex option, initiating a career services committee to assist unemployed members during tough economic times, guiding the chapter to Platimum status under the SHRM SHAPE recognition program as President, starting the popular "HR Connect @ the D-Backs Game" event and leading the chapter to surplus budgets in 2 years as Treasurer. Show less

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  Arizona @ Work: Maricopa County

  Jul 2008 - Jun 2019

  Board Chair, Workforce Development Board (volunteer)

  2X Board Chair of the Arizona@Work Maricopa County Workforce BoardThe Arizona@Work-One Stop Centers provide services to the un/underemployed, business/employer organizations, and the community connecting job seekers to training and employers.As Chair of the Board, my focus was strategy development and continuous improvement of our high-performing, demand driven system aligned with the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act in service of the citizens and employers of Maricopa County, Arizona. The workforce development system connects job seekers to in-demand career pathways that employers need via remedial, training/certification, and other career interventions. The 4.7% unemployment rate is the lowest in Arizona since 2008 and the workforce system helps employers tap underutilized labor market segments.Accomplishments-Enabled the execution of strategic priorities around industry sectors through alignment of the organizational structure, processes, and performance measures for the board to assist the workforce connections centers in serving the unemployed/underemployed in Maricopa County-Enhanced MWC relationship with solar panel manufacturing company relocating to Arizona by providing information on local employment data and advice on best practices in Human Resources Management-Participated on a committee reviewing coordination efforts with Phoenix Workforce Connections to optimize the relationship and experience for clients-Recruited several new board members representing in-demand industry sectors-Provided a link between the board/centers and the local transportation, construction, manufacturing, and human resources communities-Spoke on a panel advising Business Service Representatives from local Phoenix and Maricopa County One-Stop Centers & community partners on current business employment needs-Member of Arizona delegation that made visits to congressional offices to educate and advocate for the workforce development system Show less

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  University of Phoenix

  Sept 2008 - Nov 2013

  Adjunct Facilitator (part-time)

  -Facilitate courses in the University of Phoenix Human Resources Certificate program including Employee Benefits, Training and Development, Critical Human Resources Issues, and the HRCI Exam Preparation Course

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  Niagara Bottling, LLC

  May 2011 - Nov 2013

  Senior Human Resources Manager

  -Perform Human Resources Management Activities and Consulting Services related to staffing, employee relations, compensation, training/development, and safety-Utilize data to identify opportunities and HR levers to drive organizational performance-A key member of the Leadership Team facilitating a turnaround of Phoenix Plant from a poor start-up to one of the top performing in the company on Safety (OIR) and Production (throughput)-Facilitate monthly lunch listening sessions and All Team Member meetings to identify opportunities and engage in open communication with Team Members on plant metrics, company and department updates, recognition, and other information in-order to foster a positive work environment-As National Safety Lead-Developed and administered company-wide safety management program and risk management procedures leading to a significant reduction in W/C claim expenditures and a reduction in OIR from approx. 2.5 to 1.2 (approx. 2.5 below OSHA Industry average)-Develop and conduct train-the-trainer distance learning programs and classroom training on safety related topics-Member of National Learning Steering Committee responsible for safety content and assisting with the development of strategies and tools related to company-wide training initiatives-Sourcing Workforce Investment Act Funding through local Workforce Connection System to subsidize a maintenance technical training program in-order to upgrade the technical skills of incumbent Team Members-Initiated a community involvement program for the Phoenix Plant with UMOM, the largest homeless shelter for families in Arizona Show less

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  Arizona SHRM

  Aug 2011 - now

  Director Of Technology (volunteer)

  Manage the technology platforms for AZSHRM that enable internal and external communication and performance of state council operations. Responsibilities include making updates, creating the technology roadmap, exploring new potential software and technology solutions, and serving as a technical resource for the state council members, chapter leaders, and SHRM Members in Arizona.I previously served on the AZSHRM Council as Professional Development and Certification Director overseeing programs and facilitating courses for HR Certification thorugh SHRM and HRCI & represented SHRM Greater Phoenix (then VSHRA) on the council as President. Show less

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  Total Transit Inc

  Nov 2013 - Apr 2018

  Director of Human Resources

  Director of Human Resources for diversified people transportation services/mobility provider and management company.We are proven industry leaders in total transportation management solutions, including non-emergency medical, public transportation, and private transportation services with over 30 years of experience operating in multiple states and growing to a national footprint.Total Transit is committed to a diverse work environment and promotes a positive company culture through dynamic employee development, open and honest communication, productive interdepartmental cooperation, and the celebration of achievement both individually and organizationally.Our culture of innovation coupled with our dedicated and entrepreneurial Team Members has earned us recognition as a “Best Place to Work” in Arizona by the Phoenix Business Journal.Our commitment to our community extends far beyond the walls of our company, we partner with a variety of community partners such as Habitat for Humanity, Save the Family, and Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs and others through our Total Transit, Inc. Foundation investing in the future. You will find many of our leaders on boards of community organizations and professional associations.For us, success is not enough. We embrace new ways of thinking, empower our employees and business partners to be catalysts for change, remain resourceful and uphold our values at all times.Our Company Culture - The Total Transit WayEvery time you interact with our company, you will feel our welcoming environment dedicated to consistently delivering a great experience for our customers, employees, and business partners.Our Core Principles guide our company:Be SafeEmbrace ChangeHave CourageAct with IntegrityValue PeopleExecute to Win Show less

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  OpenWorks | Facility Services

  Apr 2018 - Sept 2019

  Human Resources Director

  Top Human Resources Leader for high growth facilities management services company with offices in 23 local markets, 200 employees and 3 HR direct reports. Also, responsible for Sales, Operations, and Franchise Support Administration with a team of up to 7 FTEs.

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  Donor Network of Arizona

  Nov 2019 - now

  Human Resources Director

  Donor Network of Arizona (DNA) is the state’s federally designated, nonprofit organ procurement organization that coordinates organ, eye and tissue donation for transplantation. We are dedicated to working with our health care and community partners to support donor families, facilitate organ, eye and tissue donation for transplant and encourage people in our community to donate life!OUR MISSION: WE MAKE THE MOST OF LIFE THROUGH THE GIFT OF ORGAN AND TISSUE DONATION.OUR VISION: WE CHALLENGE OURSELVES AND OTHERS EVERY DAY TO REALIZE ARIZONA’S POTENTIAL TO SAVE AND IMPROVE LIVES.DNA is accredited by the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations, the American Association of Tissue Banks, the Eye Bank Association of America and the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. We are designated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for our role as Arizona’s only organ procurement organization and are registered with the Food and Drug Administration for our role as a tissue and cornea recovery organization for transplant. Show less