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Alphonso C.

Vanlow
4 Sheffield Ave Bay Shore NY 11706
Home: 631-328-5810 *Cell: 917-435-2965 * Email:
Human Resources Business Partner
Successful forward thinking Business Partner, who is a self starter, proven team
player, attentive to detail but able to see the big picture and proactive in al
l areas of HR within a fast paced complex environment. Proven ability to build s
uccessful relationships and exhibit personal effectiveness through a balanced, c
ollaborative approach to getting things done. Partnered and successfully influen
ce Business Leaders in the effective deployment and utilization of human capital
, employee relations, employee satisfaction and succession planning while aligni
ng human resources priorities with the business agenda.
Core competencies include:
* Talent Management
* Employee Engagement
* Performance Management
* Performance and Coaching
* Workforce Planning and Development
* Employee Relations
EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS HIGHLIGHTS
Consolidated Edison of New York (Con Edison) - HR Generalist (09/08 to Present)
* Provide advice and counsel to business leaders and bargaining unit employees
on all aspects of human resources to maximize and improve employee satisfaction
and engagement.
* Partner with Company organizations to identify human resource issues to inclu
de: staffing levels, span of control, restructuring and reorganization, career d
evelopment, compensation, training, EEO and diversity, recruitment and selection
, labor relations, management discipline, and performance management.
* Supports the GAS Operations team (400 employees), primary HR focal point prov
iding Human Resource services to Company organizations consistent with strategic
needs to drive business outcomes.
* Develop and implement plans to address key issues relevant to promoting busin
ess productivity.
* Develop and maintain close business partnerships with organization by providi
ng effective consultation and appropriate HR and business solutions.
Northrop Grumman Integrated Systems - HR Business Partner (03/06 to 09/08)
* Partner with senior vice presidents and their leadership team to develop busi
ness objectives and plans. Interpreted what HR strategies were necessary to deli
ver the business results.
* Lead change management initiatives for specific employee initiatives.
* Performed as a specific point of contact to the assigned business area/organi
zation regarding all HR issues (e.g., staffing, wage and salary administration,
training and development, employee relations, compensation, and organizational p
lanning issues).
* Partner with compensation team to complete benchmarking and pay analysis for
all employees. Lead Human Resources Generalist in annual compensation processes
(merit and base).
* Administered the Company's Alternative dispute resolution process, compensati
on and performance management.
* Interpreted and administered the Sector's personnel policies, procedures, and
processes, providing a consistent interpretation of HR policy for all business
partners.
* Performed exit interviews.
* Indentified department and organizational trends and opportunities (attrition
, succession planning etc.) and devise an implementation plan to achieve positiv
e results.
* Performed climate assessment and provided recommendations for positive employ
ee relations and retention strategies.
Experience Highlight: Selected two years in a row for a program called isuccess.
Out of 125,000 employees across the corporation, 5% are selected for this progr
am based on their contributions to their organization and business. This program
recognizes future leaders for the company. Implemented first ever change manage
ment initiative for business. HR Regional Business Partner lead for a 6 billion
dollar organization.
North Fork Bank (Capital One Bank) - BSA Trainer/ HR Coordinator (11/04 to 03/06
)
* Responsible for monitoring and training new employees on Bank Secrecy Act Com
pliance.
* Conducted weekly New Hire Orientations. Conduct extended new hire orientation
program with new hire Officers.
* Responded to general inquiries pertaining to Human Resources policies/procedu
res.
* Supported recruitment activities of branch offices and bank departments.
* Disseminated and tracked the receipt of 12 week employee progress reports.
* Responsible for the immediate response for all unemployment claims and subpoe
nas.
* Provided administrative support to the Employee Relations Officers in complia
nce with EEO guidelines and Federal, State and other regulatory requirements.
* Assisted with termination process.
* Assisted payroll department with employee verifications.
Experience Highlight: Promoted twice, once from HR Assistant to BSA Trainer, sec
ond to BSA/HR liaison within seven months
of employment.
Internships
Sigma Staffing Temporary and Permanent Services - HR Intern/Recruiter (5/04 to 0
9/04)
* Source, identify, interview and conduct reference checks to ensure the candid
ate pool reflects top talent.
* Partnered with Hiring managers and Human Resource Managers throughout various
companies to identify upcoming staffing needs and solutions to those needs.
* Assisted with a recruiting strategy that provides a strong candidate flow fro
m both external/internal sources.
* Responsible for building and maintaining positive working relationships with
career centers and various school organizations.
* Successfully resolve employee relations issues avoiding litigation, ensuring
consistency and compliance with all local and federal laws.
Experience Highlight: Recruit, interview and hire over five hundred (500) "aroun
d the clock" temporary employees within two weeks to staff various positions at
the 2004 U.S. Golf Open at Shinnecock Hills (PGA Masters Championship Tournament
Stony Brook University, Wellness Center - Recruiter/ Graduate Assistant (08/03 t
o 05/04)
* Develop, articulate and implemented a comprehensive recruiting strategy to en
sure the availability of qualified candidates in order to meet the current and a
nticipated needs.
* Made recommendations on qualified candidates to management based on objective
criteria used in candidate evaluation process.
* Created weekly work schedules ensuring appropriate staffing levels at all tim
es.
* Assisted in planning and coordinating Wellness Center events and programs.
Stony Brook University, Residential Services - Residential Assistant/ Student Re
lations (08/01-06/04)
* Mediate counseling sessions to resolve student conflicts. Assist college stud
ents transitioning into college dorms and apartments
* Implement diversity, educational, social and recreational programs to enhance
the quality of life in residence halls.
* Provide guidance and referral services to students on matters related to acad
emic and personal development.
* Facilitate all necessary information from University to residents on my floor
.
EDUCATION
Stony Brook University (Stony Brook, New York)
Human Resources Management, MPS - August 2004
GPA: 3.5
Stony Brook University (Stony Brook, New York)
Business & Multidisciplinary Studies, BA - May 2003
Dean's List: Spring 2002, Fall 2003, Spring 2003, Fall 2004, Spring 2004, Summer
2004
AFFILIATIONS / VOLUNTEER WORK/SKILLS
* Chapter President/Graduate Advisor of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated
* Member of Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
* Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
* Proficient HRIS system (ADP Enterprise and People Soft 8.0)
* Proficient in running queries

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