Megan Garzel

Sr Human Resources Business Partner @ASRC Federal

(Remote) Anchorage, AK, US

Assist the operating group Human Resources Manager in executing HR programs, policies, and procedures to align with business objectives and strategy. • Partner with Senior Leaders, Program Management, Legal, and Labor Relations, on HR services in the areas of employee relations, policy interpretation and implementation, affirmative action/EEO, organizational structure, workforce development, performance management, and training to achieve the best possible business solution. • Provide direction and guidance in HR regulatory matters related to day-to-day management of employees, minimizing organization risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. • Maintain a working knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws for assigned areas, and updates management on policies/processes as necessary. • Create an environment of positive employee relations by respecting confidentiality, establishing trust and credibility, being seen by employees and managers as approachable and fair, and balancing business needs with employee needs. • Establish positive relationships between all members of the workforce, promoting high employee morale, motivation, and an overall culture of trust and engagement. • Lead and conduct thorough and objective investigations related to employee relations issues and employee/management concerns, and recommend corrective action ranging from coaching to terminations. • Partner with Program and Site Managers to create a high-performance culture through employee engagement, career path development, and performance management. • Forecast and meet talent needs by anticipating talent implications of business strategy, and coaching managers and employees on talent management process. • Create guidelines, best practice research, and training to educate employees and managers on HR Policies and Procedures to include Progressive Discipline, Harassment, Performance Management, Affirmative Action, and other areas as necessary.

Penn State University

Associate of Arts - AA, Letters, Arts, and Sciences