SKILLS

• Leadership

• Management/Supervision

• Administrative Oversight

• Strategic Planning

• Employee Relations

• Performance Management

• Talent Development & Coaching

• Onboarding/Offboarding/Payroll Administration

• HR Policy and Compliance

• HRIS systems knowledge

• Microsoft Office

• Adobe Products - Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator

• Basecamp

• Salesforce (novice but generally familiar)

• Paychex, Paycor, Tracker ATS, Lattice, Monday.com

Professional Summary

Passionate and strategic Human Resources leader with 15+ years of cross-functional experience spanning HR operations, employee relations, and organizational development. Proven ability to align HR strategies with company goals, foster inclusive workplace cultures, and lead high-impact teams. SHRM-CP certified with a track record of building strong internal systems, navigating compliance, and supporting business growth through people-first strategies.

Professional Experience: The Details

YUPRO Placement | Austin, TX
Director, Human Resources | 2018 - 2025

• Lead end-to-end HR functions including onboarding, payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee relations for corporate staff.

• Developed HR systems to manage remote I-9 compliance, unemployment claims, and harassment training.

• Spearheaded DEI efforts as leader of the YUPRO Placement DEI Council.

• Advised leadership on escalated employee relations matters, working closely with the Chief People Officer and CEO.

• Supervised HR Coordinator and managed corporate and hourly employee HR operations.

• Directed 401(k) transition to a new provider, improving plan performance and employee access.

• Fostered cross-departmental collaboration for talent onboarding, policy interpretation, and performance improvement planning.

• Familiar with multiple HRIS platforms and applicant tracking systems.

Austin Oaks Church | Austin, TX
Director of Communication | 2013 - 2017

• Hired and managed a creative team of three, staying within a $55K annual budget while meeting project deadlines.

• Oversaw branding, marketing strategy, event promotion, content creation, and team development.

• Strengthened organizational communication and mission alignment through transparent leadership.

KIPP Academy of Arts & Letters | Dallas, TX
Theatre Teacher | 2010 - 2013

• Designed and taught rigorous theatre curriculum; collaborated with cross-functional teaching teams to improve student outcomes.

• Used data-driven methods to set goals and improve instruction.

Megalomedia | Austin, TX
Director of Operations | 2007 - 2009

• Built and led HR and administrative infrastructure for TV/film production company.

• Managed productions with budgets up to $150,000 and oversaw project timelines and staffing.

CRU, Inc. | Multiple Locations
Regional Conference Associate / Co-Director / Field Staff | 1995 - 2007

• Directed annual conferences for 1,000+ attendees and led strategic planning for student programs.

• Recruited and trained volunteer teams; developed future leaders through coaching and mentoring.