An experienced human resource leader dedicated to ensuring University of Michigan Health-West’s distinction as an outstanding workplace. A long track record of success in employee relations, training, performance management, acquisitions and consolidations, change management, recruiting, benefits, disability management and implementation of human resource information systems. Directs human resource policy and practice to meet strategic goals of UM Health-West. Upholds UM Health-West’s supportive, innovative, high-performing and accountable culture, while ensuring the organization’s policies comply with accrediting bodies and local, state and federal law. Professional certification by Human Resources Certification Institute and the Society for Human Resource Management. Trained in Global 8D problem solving, interpersonal communication skills, supervisor development, performance management, presentation skills, fair and effective discipline, performance appraisals and fairness committees.