TIMOTHY J.

COOK, CCP, CBP

1030 NE 11th Avenue #501 • Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304
(954) 471-2061 • timothyc7@yahoo.com

HUMAN RESOURCES
Executive Director • Principal HR Specialist
Proven human resources executive with extensive expertise in human resource stra
tegy development, compensation programs oversight and recruitment/retention poli
cy development. Adept in cross-cultural policy management. Expert in best practi
ces development and implementation. Experienced in domestic and international re
gulatory compliance and policies.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Benefits Administration • Compliance Oversight • Recruitment & Retention Strategy Design
English/Spanish Bi-Lingual • Cross-Cultural Labor Relations • HR Project Management
Compensation Programs • HR Process Improvement • Diversity Programs • Documentation
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
INTERPLUS INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENTS, Barcelona, Spain • 2000-2010
Privately held global real estate investment and development group.
Human Resources Manager
Simultaneously directed all executive-level HR operations for 3 separate facilit
ies in 2 countries. Partnered with key policymakers to design and implement all
staffing processes to ensure achievement of all revenue and operational benchmar
ks. Developed robust recruitment, selection and retention initiatives based on a
nalyses of existing and emerging business trends. Advised key stakeholders on HR
policy and strategy development to support stated business objectives. Conducte
d regular, systematic review of policies to ensure adherence to all legal standa
rds in the areas of compliance and training; revised and issued employee directi
ves as needed to meet updated guidelines.
Major Contributions:
• Increased employee recruitment count by three fold within first 2 years in posit
ion.
• Reduced on-boarding time by 40% within 3 months in position.
• Developed/implemented company’s framework for comprehensive recruitment program.
• Grew profitability by re-negotiating vendor contracts.
• Improved HR processes by implementing cross-training and labor outsourcing initi
atives.
• Improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness by updating technology to analyze dep
artmental workflow and task coordination.
• Produced 50% decrease in absenteeism and turnover due to revision and implementa
tion of cultural changes throughout company.

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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, Austin, Texas

Provider of human resources administrative and technical support to 23 division
and 25 district offices that oversee the design, location, construction and main
tenance of Texas transportation systems.
Human Resources Division Administrative Manager • 1997-1999
Provided leadership for all HR initiatives, policies and strategies. Ensured con
sistent daily operations of HR division. Performed regular evaluation of existin
g compensation and benefits policies, guidelines and procedures and revised as n
ecessary to accommodate changes issued by regulatory agencies; implemented amend
ments as necessary. Performed cost analyses and recommended plan revisions for i
mproved cost effectiveness. Compiled and analyzed data to administer performance
reviews. Directly managed 5 supervisors.
Major Contributions:
• Implemented corporate-wide organizational policy to define supervisor responsibi
lities and clarify employee performance expectations.
• Supported HR director in setting guidelines for division and statewide district
offices.
Human Resources Special Projects Coordinator • 1992-1997
Developed and interpreted all internal HR policies and procedures. Perfo
rmed site audits to verify districts, divisions and special offices met complian
ce guidelines. Served as team member to screen for all top executive positions w
ithin the Texas Department of Transportation.
Major Contributions:
• Reduced application processing time by 30% through development of new employment
application process.
• Initiated and negotiated benefit contract for employees’ legal protection plan.
• Directed organizational restructuring project following implementation of early
retirement incentive program.
• Improved efficiency by directing policy development and special projects related
to operational changes in HR division.
• Co-directed creation of system that reported vacancies within statewide organiza
tion.
• Coordinated launch of compensation management system to quantify and track emplo
yee performances to reward, develop and retain key talent.
• Oversaw contract negotiation, office space design and merger of 4 office sites i
nto 1; relocation produced zero interruption of support for field offices.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Master of Business Administration—Business Management and Marketing
University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas
Bachelor of Arts—General Studies (Business Computer Information Systems Emphasis)
University of Houston, Houston, Texas
Certified Compensation Professional
Certified Benefits Professional
World at Work (American Compensation Association)