Jerilee Thurston

About Jerilee Thurston

VP of HR passionate about helping organizations envision, build, and implement the human capital systems, people processes, and workplace cultures needed to support rapid growth and thrive within highly competitive industry environments. Able to draw upon a unique combination of cutting-edge HR certifications and best practices knowledge, along with bottom-line business savvy deriving from prior experience in the finance field, to effectively maximize the ROI and impact of all human resources activities. Fully comfortable administering all strategic and tactical HR functions, as well as leading key cross-functional projects and change initiatives designed to raise corporate performance to the next level.Areas of expertise include:• Employee Benefits Administration & 401K/ESOP Administration• Recruiting, Talent Acquisition & Professional Development• Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Creative Problem Solver & Conflict Resolution • Employment Law Compliance (ADA, FMLA, EEO, AA)• Change Management & Organizational Development• Performance Management & Evaluation Systems / Processes• Job Role Definition / Compensation Analysis & Planning• Training, Learning & Development Program Administration• HR Policies & Procedures / Employee Handbooks / HRIS SystemsAvid networker and member of SHRM, in addition previously served as Chair of the Academic Relations Committee for the Mechanical Contractors Association and volunteering as a Leader/Mentor for multiple Team in Training and Team Challenge charitable events. Open to all relevant leads, conversations, and consulting/FTE opportunities!

Experience

1. VP of Human Resources

   Renewal by Andersen of Washington

   Jul 2024 — Present · Renton, WA, US

   Lead the HR team, developing and implementing multi-state HR strategies to support our commitment to HR and to safety. Provide expert advice on compliance matters and support our company culture and the RbA team members. As part of the Executive Team, I demonstrate a strong strategic mindset, collaborate effectively with all departments, and serve as a reliable business partner.

Education

• Washington State University

  BA in Business Administration, Finance

Skills

• Team Building
• Contract Management
• Employee Relations
• Contract Negotiation
• Benefits Design
• Budgets
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Office
• Operations Management
• Employee Benefits
• Leed
• Human Resources
• Facilities Management
• Team Leadership
• Project Planning
• Compensation & Benefit
• Employee Handbooks
• Recruiting
• Program Management
• Training
• Benefits Negotiation
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Process Improvement
• Accounting
• Employee Surveys
• Employee Management
• Legal Compliance
• Employee Engagement
• Benefits Administration
• Total Rewards Strategies
• Employee Training
• Learning Management Systems
• Talent Acquisition
• Employer Branding
• Employment Law Compliance
• Change Management
• Organizational Development
• Restructuring
• HR Policies