Shon Barnes, M.S., NCC

Experience

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  MBIA Insurance Corp. / Mutec Professional Audio/Video

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2003

  Human Resources Generalist

  • Ensured compliance with all policies on employee safety, welfare, wellness and health, as well as federal, state, and local HR laws, collaborating with organizational leaders and participating in performance audits in maintaining/improving employee motivation and performance.• Managed recruiting and staffing activities for administrative and production personnel, processing and administering payroll using the ADP System, including benefits such as workers compensation, paid leaves, and retirement benefits. • Advised and assisted in all EEOC inquiries and issues, and facilitated confidential investigations around claims of sexual harassment and unfair work practices within the manufacturing environment• Served as supervisor over switchboard operator for the main office• Planned, organized, and coordinated all company and employee related events such as employee appreciation. Show less

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  Muscogee County School District / Chattahoochee Valley

  Jul 2006 - Aug 2011

  Employee Relations Coordinator

  • Posted vacancies online and in job ads in accordance with the policies and procedures, conducting new hire orientation and exit interviews, and reporting on personnel resignations and terminations to HR management• Provided current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, worker’s compensation and employee benefits, • Oversaw job classification and grading on new and current positions, assisting in the development of strategies, criteria and forms for staff performance evaluation.• Coordinated training needs, developed training plans and schedules via the Staff Web, harnessing technology to deliver onsite and online lectures and training sessions, assessing training effectiveness and developing corrective actions as needed, and maintaining a database of staff training history. • Planned and coordinated motivational activities such as the annual Tea with the Director, Staff In-Service functions, Employee Recognition Program for library staff, social and retirement events, etc.• Coordinated the annual Open Enrollment paperwork and processes for library staff and developed current Employee Handbook with input from leadership team. Show less

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  Goodwill Industries of Southern Rivers

  Aug 2011 - Oct 2016

  People Services

  • Provide administrative and advisory support to Power Works staff involving 100 employees in 2 military bases in compliance with Ability One public-private partnership that supports employing people with disabilities. • Serve as HR Business Partner for team members in the southern region from Columbus retail stores and donation sites to Valdosta retail stores, supporting the delivery of HR Processes at the client’s side.• Conduct confidential and ethical investigations on claims of harassment, discrimination, and other grievances, ensuring consistent compliance employee relations policies and all federal, state, and local employment/labor laws• Manage complex cross-functional HR projects that include Performance Management, Payroll, and Leaves of Absences covering FMLA, ADA Accommodations, Paid Time Off, etc.• Conduct departmental needs and job analyses to determine proper job specifications, remuneration packaging, job promotions/progressions, and various media placements for vacancy announcements.• Manage Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for over 500 employees including referral management and follow up care using available resources. • Evaluate effectiveness of policies, communication plans, & programs to ensure organizational objectives are met.• Conduct HR surveys and studies, recommending action plans on implementing organizational and procedural change management strategies to address company responsiveness to evolving business, competitive, and market demands. • Facilitate enterprise-wide training on HR processes, employee benefits, employee relations, industry and government regulations, EEO, and Diversity & Inclusion laws to management and key personnel. Show less