LENISE MITCHELL, SPHR

Highland Park, NJ 08904 | T: 732.249.0775 C: 732.690.6952 E: lenisem@optonline.net | www.linkedin.com/in/lenisemitchell

HR MANAGER & BUSINESS PARTNER

Performance-driven and accomplished HR professional with expertise in performance management, HR business alignment, talent acquisition, strategic planning and employee relations. Strategy architect in the development of innovative initiatives to streamline processes and capitalize on organizational growth opportunities. Employee advocate who champions staff confidence and designs strategies to attract and retain critical talent in highly competitive business markets. A creative thinker and decision maker with an innate ability to work collaboratively with a commitment to achieving corporate goals. Skilled in multiple areas of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS. Professional strengths include: HR Solution Implementation | Performance Management | Federal & Multi-State Compliance | On-Boarding Training Program Management | Employee Handbook Development | Employee Relations | Change Agent Full Life-Cycle Recruitment | Diversity | HR Business Plan Creation | Payroll Administration | HRIS

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MORRIS ENERGY GROUP, LLC, Eatontown, New Jersey Manager, Human Resources 2009 - 2011

Brought on board to lead the integration and administration of HR best practices to strengthen and effectively drive HR contributions for this multi-state independent power co-generation company. Identified Federal and multi-state compliance concerns relative to DOL, FLSA, IRS, ERISA, ADA and OSHA; developed employee handbooks for both the operating and management companies and designed and implemented a management training program for plant and office management. Converted 401k plan to new record keeper and managed payroll administration. Key Achievements Oversaw HR business plans and objectives and facilitated the development, communication and implementation of change initiatives while building relationships with functional leaders. Developed and implemented performance management processes to incorporate metrics to attain the business financial objectives. Effectively partnered with business leaders in delivery of HR initiatives, including staffing/recruiting, onboarding, training, talent management and compensation strategies. Collaborated with Senior Management in regards to five power plant acquisitions for the design of change processes and for change transformation to ensure operational continuity and employee engagement. Managed administration of all employee benefits programs, complaint investigations, conflict resolution and HR policy/process development. Redesigned health and welfare benefits plans for initial annual savings of $60K. Automated and optimized HR systems via an ADP web-based workforce management solution. 2004 - 2008

PALISADES PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE, Freehold, New Jersey (Formerly The Proformance Insurance Company acquisition occurred on July 31, 2008) Director, Human Resources

Progressive record of achievements providing policy development, training and development, benefits expense analysis, Federal and state compliance. Fully responsible for leading HR functions for 300 employees, including Legal and Medical Management teams at Riverview Professional Services. Developed the HR infrastructure, identified compliance concerns, directed policy development and implementation of HR initiatives and developed and managed training and development programs. Partnered with management on key business planning, monitored employee benefits expense and ensured federal and state compliance to ADA, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, EEO-1, FLSA and DOL while managing a staff of two.

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Significantly reduced annual turnover by 50% in year one. Hand-selected to conduct training in the following areas: Job Description Development, Performance Management, Interview Skills, Effective Leadership Skills for Supervisors/Managers, Sexual Harassment. Directly managed 401(k) asset transfer to new record keeper/portfolio investment company and led execution of annual compensation and performance management processes. Evaluated and implemented process improvements to HR operating processes and supporting systems to improve efficiency, client satisfaction and increase value to business. Liaised with General Counsel on potential employment liability issues and conducted exit interviews. Managed full life-cycle of recruitment process, including referral sourcing, Internet, networking and career fairs to ensure diversity initiatives. Implemented applicant assessment utilizing Prevail On-Line testing to determine critical job competencies, conducted background checks and on-boarded all new hires.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
ITC (formerly a subsidiary of THORATEC CORP.), Edison, New Jersey 2001 - 2003 Senior Manager, Human Resources Recruited to fulfill a broad range of HR functions while leveraging extensive knowledge of HR practices and laws for this 450 employee global FDA regulated medical device manufacturer. Built and managed HR infrastructure and talent acquisition programs, managed employee relations, including employee counseling, policy interpretation, EEO programs and new employment orientation. Played key role by providing Leadership support on strategic HR issues to influence and drive business. Designed and managed benefit plans such as health/welfare, stock plans, 401K and ensured compliance with HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA, ADA, FMLA, EEO-1 reports, FLSA, DOL, OSHA and AA Plans. Designed, implemented and directed global recruitment strategy and programs using cost effective sourcing methods to attract diverse, high-caliber candidates in a highly competitive industry. BROADBEAM CORPORATION, Now MOBILEAWARE , Cranbury, New Jersey 2000 - 2001 Manager, Human Resources Led the HR organization and infrastructure for this global wireless software development company. Created and managed effective recruitment/sourcing program incorporating domestic/foreign hiring and Visa applications with emphasis in the areas of executive staff, sales, tech support and software developers. On-boarded new hires, created the employee handbook, designed and implemented the compensation program, wrote job descriptions, conducted salary surveys and monitored performance programs. Redesigned and rolled out new health & wellness, income protection, FSA and retirement benefits package for initial annual savings of $85,000 and enhanced 401(k) retirement plan and prepared 5500s. BELLEMEAD DEVELOPMENT CORP., a CHUBB & SON Company, Roseland, New Jersey 1993 - 1998 Manager, Human Resources, 1997-1998 | Manager, Affirmative Action, 1993-1997 Managed recruiting and staffing, policy development, employee relations, compensation, performance management, benefits administration, federal/multi- state and EEO compliance and payroll administration.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, College of St. Elizabeth, Convent Station, New Jersey SPHR - Senior Professional Human Resource Certification Affiliations SHRM Society for Human Resources Management Garden State Council SHRM State Conference Planning Committee Chair (2010, 2011, 2012) Chair 2012 Garden State Council SHRM Leadership Conference