Review resume and write a 1/2 page professional bio – summarizing background in HR Management.
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Anthony Rentas
A: 115-18 146th Street Jamaica, NY 11436 | P: 646.824.4700 |E: Anthony.Rentas1@gmail.com
Career Summary
Highly competent, multifaceted, and people-oriented professional, offering broad-based knowledge and experience in overall aspects of organizational administration and human resource management. Equipped with solid adeptness in utilizing out-of-the-box techniques in formulating innovative solutions and developing strategic processes to achieve company objectives, optimize operational efficiency, and improve employee performance.
- Strong strategic planning, team development, and empathic communications skills necessary to guarantee desired results.
- Successful in creating effective communication between staff, management and clients.
- Experienced performer in high-pressure work environments.
- Well versed in HR Management, Resource Allocation, Process Improvement and Administration
- Core Skills and Competencies
- Full Life Cycle Recruitment
- Building Strong Rapport
- Cost Reduction and Avoidance
- Process Improvement
- Employee Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Managing for Success in a fluid and dynamic environment
- Leadership
- Grievance Resolution
- Training and Presentation
- Performance Management
- Professional Experience
Johnson Security Bureau, Bronx, NY
Talent Manager/HR Generalist (March 2020-Present)
Chief HR Support for senior leadership and operations managers, supporting approximately 200 employees in a multi-state region. Full cycle recruiting for Security Officers and Managers. Successfully uses multiple recruitment platforms to hire for exempt and non-exempt roles. Handles all employee relations matters. Administer and track FMLA, NYS PFL NYS UI and workers compensation claims, ensuring 100% compliance. Provides managers with day-to-day guidance on the disciplinary process and manages internal investigations.
Achievements:
- Improved new hire paperwork experience by implementing an electronic onboarding process
- Structured and Initiated a new hire orientation program that increased knowledge of SOPs, company policies and improved employee retention
- Introduced company’s first formal performance review program, creating a flexible and well-received tool that was later adopted company-wide.
THE EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCE, New York, NY
HR Business Partner/Talent Acquisition Manager (Feb 2018-February 2020)
Work effectively with Human Resources, business colleagues and leadership team regarding recruitment, performance management, coaching, training and special projects. Conducted regular meetings with respective departments by providing coaching & support management on leadership development, talent and performance management, change and people management issues & communication. Analyzed trends and metrics in partnerships with the HR team to develop solutions, programs, and policies. Provided HR policy guidance and interpretation. Developed contract terms for new hires, promotions, and transfers. Developed and executed methods to track recruitment metrics to achieve required staffing levels.
Achievements:
- Managed and resolved complex employee relations issues including but not limited to sensitive issues as well as performance related issues, by creating and marinating a rapport with management level staff
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Providing management guidance on development opportunities to promote career growth and a development culture helping to develop a high performance culture
- Provided day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
- Coach and support line managers in leading and managing their people including through HR systems, leadership development, analytics, policies and talent processes
- Successfully established the Employer Incentives Plus program through New York City Human Resources Administration which has aided in building revenue for the agency.
- Partnered with several back-to-work programs which have helped candidates who were receiving some form of public assistance, return to the workforce. Agencies include America Works, The Kennedy School, and Workforce One agencies.
- Utilized innovative recruiting techniques to proactively source candidates through the use of the internet, social media, job fairs, networking, etc. and provide exceptional candidates for all client groups. Extended and negotiated offers for a variety of positions from entry-level to senior management for various program sites providing a wide variety of social service programs.
ALLIED UNIVERSAL, New York, NY
HR Generalist (AU title: HR Representative) (Oct 2016 – Feb 2018)
Provide day-to-day HR oversight and support for five branches throughout the New York City metro area – as part of the largest Region for AU reaching $1B in total revenue – and supporting approximately 10,000 hourly employees (about half of all employees are unionized) and 300 exempt employees.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, while identifying solutions to daily operations’ challenges and needs. Partner with branch HR Coordinators and Regional leadership to recommend, develop, and clarify human resource procedures and policies to ensure compliance with employment-related laws and regulations. Act as a liaison with various corporate HR functions (i.e., Benefits, Workers Compensation administration, recruiting), to ensure timely flow of information and execution of branch/regional priorities. Conduct local onboarding process for Administrative employees hired in the region. Research and conduct employee investigations and develops solutions to complex issues in coordination with Regional HR Director and in compliance with corporate guidelines.
Achievements:
- Lowered organizational risk by 35% by revamping process for Guard licensing audit and follow up regarding license expirations
- Successfully established a collaborative relationship with other teams in order to deliver solutions to complex issues while focusing on improving productivity, i.e. – New Hire Onboarding
- Worked productively as junior generalist within a total regional team of 10 people contributing to process improvement and new initiate roll outs as they were developed by Corporate leaders.
HR Coordinator (Nov 2015 – Oct 2016)
Provided assistance with and facilitated the human resource process for the largest Region in AU. Administered employee health and welfare plans and acted as a liaison between employees and insurance providers. Resolved benefits related problems and ensured effective utilization of plans and positive employee relations. Provided administrative support to human resources functions as needed including record keeping, file maintenance and HRIS entry. Tracked employee terminations, assessment of documentation supporting terminations, and responses to Department of Labor for unemployment claims. Tracked and documented all leaves of absence, including FMLA leave, 30-day medical leave, military leave, and workers’ compensation leave. Investigated and responded to and documented employee complaints, including potential legal issues and EEOC charges in addition to conducting focus groups. Monitored and assured compliance in hiring practices, personnel documentation, and other compliance items – NY State Guard licensing, performance evaluations, workforce management reports.
Achievements:
- Assured the continuity of business by timely fulfilling the onboarding process of all candidates.
- Contributed to the success of increasing workforce utilization by 15% within my book of business.
Junior Recruiter (2007- Nov 2015)
Rendered major support to a team of Recruiters by being responsible for sourcing, screening and onboarding the most qualified candidates for job openings. Participated in full life cycle recruitment for hourly positions and niche recruitment for specialized positions.
Achievements:
- Surpassed Company average rate of time-to-fill (TTF) by 48% in keeping TTF to an average of 17 days.
- Complied with 100% rate in terms of work opportunity tax credit by contributing to the efficient management of all aspects of recruitment functions.
Previous Experience
STERLING NATIONAL BANK, New York, NY (2006 – 2007)
Customer Service Representative
Education
UNION COUNTY COLLEGE, Elizabeth, NJ, Business Administration
Professional Development
Allied Universal Recruiter Course:
Certified Recruiter. Score 100%. November 2011
Professional Affiliation
SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOUCE MANAGEMENT — Alexandria, VA
