Shari L. Dodd
609 Blue Heron Drive, New Johnsonville, TN 37134, Phone: (931) 535-2561
Work (615) 446-1350, Cell (931) 209-5956, Email: sldodd@tds.net or sdodd@dicksonmd.com

HR senior management professional well versed in Human Resources operations for corporate entities using demonstrated proficiency in performance management, payroll management, employee recruitment & retention, contract negotiations, and benefits administration. Dynamic leader facilitating organizational development as a stabilizing force capably navigating major changes ranging from rapid growth to workforce reductions. Knowledgeable advisor to organizational leaders.
              Areas of expertise include

·         Quantifiable in regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, implementation and benefit administration, recruitment and training

·         Growth-focused individual developing and executing viable business programs, including training and result producing policies and procedures.

Core Competencies:

HR Department Management • Employment Law • FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC/FMLA • Mediation & Advocacy • Labor Relations • Talent Management • Staff Recruitment & Retention • Employee Engagement • Dispute Resolution • Benefits Administration • Orientation & On-Boarding •  Organizational Effectiveness & Development (OED) • Change Management Succession Planning •  OSHA Compliance • Strategic HR Consulting & Management Contract Negotiations • Policy & Procedure Development • Diversity Planning • Corporate Accountability

EMPLOYMENT

2010 to Present - Director of Human Resources, Dickson Medical Associates, P.C., Dickson, Tennessee

Guide and manage the overall provision of Human Resources, policies, employees, and programs for a company of 23 Physician shareholders with 7 sites.  Compensation and benefits administration, including health with Rx, dental and vision insurance, 401K profit sharing and safe harbor plan, Basic Life and AD&D, Short-term and Long-term for employees and owners.  Negotiate with varies companies and brokers to achieve maximum savings for employer and employees.  Negotiated over an $800,000.00 in savings with health care.  Compute compensation rates. Department budgeting. Ensure ERISA, FLSA, FMLA, and ADAAA laws are followed.  Comply with Affirmative Action Hiring Procedures, EEOC Compliances, and Labor Laws. Management guidance, recruiting and staffing, including employee orientation, development, and training, organizational planning and development, performance management, policy development and documentation, employee relations and employee services and counseling, company employee communication, employee safety, welfare, wellness and health. Report and managed Workers’ Compensation cases. Oversee of processing biweekly payroll through ADP system, with Stromberg time clock.    Manage the Maintenance and Plant Operation department, overseeing all projects and issues are completed.   

 

2007 – 2010 - Director of Human Resources, Payroll, Safety, John W. McDougall Co. Inc, Nashville, Tennessee.

Supervise Human Resources, safety and payroll department.  Responsible for payrolls for JWM and 3 sister companies (Kistler-McDougall, McDougall-Noorda Corporation and Construction Specialties of Alaska, LLC).  Process executive payroll for JWM, Kistler-McDougall, and Construction Specialties of Alaska through the Timberline accounting system.  Approved and assisted in Union payrolls and benefit payments.  Balance and reconcile General Ledger with Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Job Cost System, monthly, quarterly and annually.   Administer all of company benefits, health and dental, 401K, Basic Life and AD&D.  Prepare 940 & 941, W-2, W-3 filings, multi-state monthly and quarterly taxes, monthly billing for health insurances.  Report and processed all Workers’ Compensation cases.  Comply with Affirmative Action Hiring Procedures, Union Regulations, NLRB, EEOC Compliances, and Labor Laws.  Lead and contributed to the successful implementation of HR and Labor Relations projects which improved morale and reduced cost.  Participated in grievances to successful completions for all parties.  Key figure in arbitrations for grievances.  Daily contact with union employees and representatives at multi-state locations.  Strong track record of creating an environment that develops HR as a true partner to the success of the organization, employee development, key staffing, and planning for employee succession. Excellent history of developing working relationships at all levels of the organization to achieve corporate goals and objectives.  Enforce company safety policies by supervision of the safety compliance officer, develop safety training and meeting, and work with insurance company to lower EMR.  Conduct periodic site audits and meet with insurance auditor to make sure in compliance with their policies.  Drug test all non-union employees, new hires and random.  Perform basic accounting aiding immediate supervision, Chief Financial Officer. 

 

1992-2007  PayMaster, Payroll Specialist, Safety Coordinator, Scheduler, Washington Group International, New Johnsonville, Tennessee
Weekly Payroll for WGI., approximately 200 employees. Have done payroll for Standard Electric, Industrial Painting and LP Painting.  Accounts payable for above mentioned companies. Pay all Union Locals health and welfare, pension, and apprenticeship on a monthly basis.  Daily contact with union representatives.  Hire in and terminate all contractor employees.  Compile cost information to prepare Contractor Cost report weekly, State and local (including multi-states) taxes, and monthly attainment metrics. Experience with 941, W-2 filings.  Audit contractors’ invoices and gate logs weekly.  Safety coordinator for contractor‘s safety. Compile safety data for weekly audit. Conduct safety audits. Co-chairman for contractor‘s safety committee. Trained in Behavior Based Safety 24/7 as an Observer and Sponsor.  Do graphic work for safety prizes, posters, and handouts. 

1988-1991 Unit Coordinator, Customer Service Department, Discover Card Inc., New Castle, Delaware
Resolved billing error notices in compliance with Federal Regulation Z. Handled incoming card members calls. Reviewed accounts and administered chargebacks on researched disputes. Coordinated schedules for 17 people. Trouble shooter for difficult cases. Monitored all adjustments made by unit. Monitored random calls taken by unit. Co-wrote the training manual for Discover Card managers. Chairman of employee relations committee.

EDUCATION

2004-2006 Bachelors of Science in Technical Management/Accounting., DeVry University, Graduated June 25, 2006 - GPA 3.34
1985-1988 AA - Business Administration, University of Tennessee at Martin
1985-1986 AA - Computer Science and Accounting, Jackson State Community College

1983-1984 Liberal Arts Major, University of Tennessee at Knoxville
 

 

Computer Software

 

Timberline, Niaqua, SAP, Ariba, MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Primavera P3e, MS Project, Photoshop, PrintMaster, Internet Explorer,  Lotus Notes, Reflections, Datatek, ADP, Stromburg, Solomon

Reference: (On request)