Simone Jones

About Simone Jones

I am an experienced Culture & HR Operations professional with a strong background in employee relations, talent acquisition, onboarding, and HR administration. I support employees, candidates, and leadership teams by providing clear guidance, efficient processes, and consistent operational support.I work closely with managers and cross-functional partners to improve workflows, solve operational challenges, and support culture initiatives. I am known for being a strong communicator, active listener, and effective coach with a practical approach to problem-solving and people leadership.My experience includes leading and motivating teams across multiple locations, managing $15M in market share, and implementing HR and culture solutions that improve efficiency and employee experience. My background in both operations and HR allows me to apply realistic, scalable solutions across different stages of the business lifecycle.I aim to work with purpose‑driven organizations that value performance improvement, change management, and strong workplace culture. My goal is to help teams and clients operate more effectively and create positive environments where people can thrive.Awards & Recognition2025 Culture Works Award: Work Hard, Play Hard2022 Culture Works Award: Q1 MVP2018 Values Award: Ever Better2016 Values Award: People First2015 Values Award: Ethical Leadership2014 Values Award: Fun2012 Store Manager of the Quarter

Experience

1. HR Business Partner

   Culture Works Hr

   Dec 2024 — Present

   As an HR Business Partner, I serve as a strategic advisor to client leadership teams, helping design and implement effective HR processes that support organizational goals. I partner closely with executives and managers to assess workforce needs, enhance team performance, and develop people-focused strategies. As an HRBP, I lead initiatives in areas such as organizational development, employee relations, performance management, and talent planning, ensuring clients have structured, compliant, and scalable HR practices. Through data-driven insights and collaborative problem‑solving, I help strengthen team development, improve operational efficiency, and support a positive workplace culture across diverse client environments.

Education

• MiraCosta College

  Associate of Arts - AA, Business Administration and Management, General

  2006 — 2020

• MiraCosta College

  Associate of Arts - AA, Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences

  2006 — 2020

Skills

• Driving Results
• Apparel
• Team Leadership
• Highly Detail Oriented
• Product Knowledge
• Adapt Quickly to Change
• Store Operations
• Visual Merchandising
• Customer Service
• Employee Training
• Time Management
• Merchandising
• Organization
• Inventory Management
• Cash Handling Experience
• Staff Development
• Management
• Retail Sales
• People Skills
• Retail
• New Store Openings
• Friendly Personality
• Efficent
• Teamwork
• Loss Prevention
• Communication
• People Development
• District Management
• Flexible to Change
• Leadership Development