Kimberly Harris, PHR

Experience

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  US Army

  Sept 1994 - Oct 1998

  Public Affairs Official

  • Trained as military broadcast journalist in television and radio; co-anchor for base television station, presenting closed circuit news and feature reports for local and deployed areas. • Wrote accurate, concise, and engaging stories, meeting tight deadlines and meticulous observation requirements; researched, interviewed, and verified information. • Edited video and audio content and created graphics relevant to broadcasts. • Covered and narrated all formal ceremonies, including, retirement, Change of Staff, Trooping the Line, and VIP on-base visits and inspections. Show less

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  Pick Up The Pace

  Mar 2000 - Feb 2005

  Owner

  A twist and advanced 30 minute workout facility for women.

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  Yokogawa

  May 2008 - Apr 2011

  • Promoted to HR Administrative Assistant, directly assisting the Director of HR. • Liaised with employees to answer HR policy, benefits, and training questions; conducted new hire orientations and exit interviews. • Procured and coordinated housing for employees on U.S. assignment and short-term contractors. • Managed all digital personnel files; audited and updated records and acted as point of contact for software implementations and updates. • Supported Engineering Department Manager; created and prepared presentations for monthly divisional meetings with top-level executives. • Collaborated with administrative team members and human resources and finance departments on special projects, events, and scheduling requests. • Coordinated and booked travel for management, secured visas and proper documentation for all parties and provided detailed itineraries, including, transportation and hotel information.

  • Human Resources Administrative Assistant

    Jan 2010 - Apr 2011

  • Project Coordinator

    May 2008 - Jan 2010
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  Victory Healthcare

  May 2011 - Apr 2013

  Human Resources Coordinator & Executive Assistant

  • Assisted in developing HR department & functions for new hospital facility; supported ~150 employees and performed Executive Assistant duties, dually reporting to Director of HR and CEO. • Created and implemented exit interview process and employee onboarding, training, and development programs, increasing employee engagement and retention. • Help company achieve business goals by assessing and addressing employee concerns and aligning worker efforts to continuously meet KPIs.• Monitored Federal & State employment laws, adhering to hospital-specific regulations & requirements. • Assisted in securing hospital’s JACHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) certification and successfully passed unscheduled JACHO facility audit. • Managed calendar and email correspondence, coordinated travel arrangements, and prepared reporting & presentations for CEO, ensuring proactive, consistent, and timely execution. Show less

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  Lauch Medical Ventures

  Sept 2013 - Jun 2017

  Human Resources Manager

  • Hired by startup CEO to oversee all HR operations for 70+ employees within two laboratories and two companies.• Developed and implemented HR functions, including, management systems, employee training & development, onboarding program, standardized policies & procedures, and compensation package design.• Conducted job and compensation analyses; processed salary changes due to merit increases, promotions, bonuses, and market adjustments. • Created, managed, and monitored all confidential personnel and medical records, 401(k) administration, FMLA and workers' compensation claims, and benefits.• Settled employee relations issues, conducting high-level investigations and coordinating with legal counsel, as necessary, to promote legally-binding resolution; managed reporting to comply with HR regulations.Select Achievements:• Transformed comprehensive benefits, compensation, and retirement packages within first year; improved plan options, increased paid time off (PTO), and created clearly defined salary bands. • Passed CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) and COLA (Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation) audits with 100% accuracy; partnered with strategic leaders to ensure compliance. Show less

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  SkillGigs

  Jun 2017 - Oct 2019

  Human Resources Manager

  • Manage three independent companies within Skill Gigs; HR support for ~200 domestic and global salaried, hourly, and contract employees, including executive leadership.• Collaborate with management to create fair, consistent HR policies & procedures and update employee handbook on an annual and ad hoc basis. • Advise managers as strategic business partner on appropriate employee corrective actions and coach & counsel low-performing employees; develop comprehensive Performance Development Plans (PDPs).• Utilize HRIS software, BambooHR and PointHR, for employee management, succession planning, organizational mapping, employee onboarding, and applicant tracking. • Lead annual performance management process, coaching and preparing managers for performance review conversations and opportunities for training. • Conduct routine audits per Federal, State, and international requirements; collaborate with HR Generalist in India to align employees abroad with overall company strategy & employment practices.• Perform comprehensive compensation analysis; adjust salaries according to annual merit, promotional, and market changes. • Manage 25 workers’ compensation policies & claims across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance at individual State level and in line with U.S. Department of Labor programs. Select Achievements:• Initiated I-9 audit for 300+ past and current employees; partnered with third party vendor to ensure accuracy and compliance and created new, E-Verify online process for documentation and recordkeeping.• Overhauled employee filing processes from paper to digital; researched software solutions and vendor partnerships for optimal long-term employee benefits, records, and payroll documentation. Show less

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  Cruise Planners Travel Agency

  Jan 2020 - now

  Franchise Owner and Travel Advisor

  Travel is my passion, and area of expertise. See how my experience, travel knowledge and preferred access to special offers can lead you to a stress-free vacation plan.

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  Slate Healthcare

  Oct 2021 - now

  Human Resources Director

  Slate Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading travel healthcare recruitment company that offers thousands of positions with top ranked hospitals and facilities throughout the nation.