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ALTMAN HR SOLUTIONS
Human Resources Consulting
Whatever changes you’re hoping to make or goals you’re trying achieve, I’ll provide you with sound advice and professional guidance every step of the way. Take a look at my site and see all that I can do for you today.
BIO
My Story
My name is Dean Altman. Since 2015, I've been providing practical, targeted and cost-effective HR solutions to clients in Florida and beyond. From retainer-based human resources assistance to project-oriented assignments, my focus is always on building long-term, trusting relationships. I'll work with you to help your organization reach its goals. Get in touch to learn more about my consulting approach.
MY SERVICES
Expertise. Intuition. Ingenuity.
HR AUDITS
- HR compliance audits so you can fix things before getting into trouble
- Process analysis to improve recruiting and reduce turnover
ONE TIME PROJECTS
- Design of Workforce strategy and Recruiting process
- Resolving harassment complaints
- Employee performance / employee engagement
- Return to work, hybrid workplace design and employee handbooks
HR ON RETAINER
For smaller firms without in-house HR whenever there's a need for help:
- general HR, performance management, training, policies, FMLA/ADA questions, exit interviews, coaching and more
RESUME
Dedicated & Experienced
INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT, ALTMAN HR SOLUTIONS (SINCE 2015)
Providing practical, targeted and cost-effective HR solutions including compliance assistance, general HR, talent retention, hiring and selection process improvement, policy and handbook development, coaching, diversity and anti-harassment training, ADA/FMLA guidance, compensation and employee relations.
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR, BROWARD COLLEGE (SINCE 2018)
Human Resources course instructor preparing HR practitioners to pass the SHRM certification exam.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Master of Business Administration with Management/Human Resources concentration
The University of Texas, Austin, Texas
Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
Rice University, Houston, Texas
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
HRCI Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Targeted Selection interviewing certification from DDI
Interaction Management frontline leadership certification from DDI
PRIOR EXPERIENCE
HUMAN RESOURCES LEADER, FLORIDA HVAC SERVICE COMPANY
Hands-on HR leader for multi-location HVAC firm: talent management, HRIS implementation, legal compliance, performance management, employee benefits and supervisory training.
• Increased employee retention by 20% by analyzing exit data and improving hiring processes.
• Won all EEO claims. Eliminated costs of possible EEO claims by advising management of potentially adverse employment actions and implementing those changes to eliminate risk.
• Designed and presented training programs that increased employee engagement and safety.
• Initiated custom compensation survey and results influenced executives to adjust pay ranges.
• Updated employee handbook and created company policies to clarify expectations and ensure legal compliance.
• Created and updated job descriptions to improve talent management
SR. HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST, PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY
Supported R&D scientists and national sales force in all areas of HR.
• Implemented Kenexa employment software, leading to more efficient recruiting and hiring.
• Received award for outstanding support to the national Sales and Marketing division.
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, AVIATION PARTS AND ENGINE SERVICES COMPANY
Provided compensation, supervisory training, staffing and employee relations services.
• Implemented compensation program with pay grades and ranges that ensured external competitiveness and internal equity.
• Led 12-month recruiting project for 50 industry specific positions, with an average time-to-fill of 18 days.
• Trained managers and executives on new Performance Management program, resulting in clarity of performance expectations.
• Provided guidance on coaching, disciplinary action and terminations
• Assisted senior leadership in managing reorganizations, minimizing related issues and saving $6 million in payroll costs.
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR, US SUBSIDIARY OF FRENCH AVIONICS FIRM
Managed human resources function, including workers’ compensation. Supported employees in Miami, FL and Seattle, WA. Oversaw benefit plans.
• Established HR Department for U.S. subsidiary of French company.
• Worked with senior leadership to modify employee benefit plans, minimizing cost increases while maintaining workplace competitiveness.
• Performed due diligence and minimized HR related issues in acquisition of 500 employee organization.
OTHER SELECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Established college recruiting program for engineering graduates at technology company.
• Trained supervisors on Diversity and Equal Opportunity.
• Held civil engineering and project engineering positions in industrial facilities design firm.
CONTACT ME
Have a particular challenge you’re trying to deal with? Contact me today and see what I can do for you.
Cooper City, FL