CESAR PORTILLO. Training & Development Regulatory Compliance Budget Administration

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1 CESAR PORTILLO Goal-oriented, results-driven human resources professional with a proven record of achievement in partnering with senior management team to develop and implement human resources and business strategies in accordance with organizational goals and objectives in an educational environment. Extensive experience in developing and implementing solutions and services which are student, faculty and staff centered; identifying approaches to solving problems; employee relations with a human resources talent for mediating personnel issues and thoroughly resolving problems; effective at process improvement to recruit and retain the most talented faculty and staff. Issues Resolution Conflict Mediation Policy Development CORE COMPETENCIES Training & Development Regulatory Compliance Budget Administration Risk Management ADA/EEO/FMLA Contract Negotiations PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE BELLEVUE COLLEGE Bellevue, WA May, 2010 Present Vice President for Human Resources Reporting to the college president, serve as the chief human resources officer responsible for the administration and management of a comprehensive human resources program which includes: recruitment and retention; compensation and benefits administration; labor relations; training and development; employee relations; litigation management; and equal employment compliance. As a member of the President's Staff, assist in policy formulation, strategic planning, and budget development. Support a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the college. Supervise the staff of the Human Resources Office, including professional, paraprofessional /technical, and office support staff. Developed strong relationships with president, vice-presidents, faculty, directors, administrators and labor leaders throughout the college. Spearheaded LEAN training for continuous improvement throughout the college. Developed strong relationships with president, vice-presidents, faculty, directors, administrators and labor leaders throughout the college. Implemented 360 evaluations for all administrative staff to include academic administrators. Ensured a core group of administrators received training in Title IX investigations. Transformed Human Resources Department into a service focused operation by identifying strengths of the staff and the needs of the college and matching responsibilities which has resulted in consistent recognition of high quality work by the college community. Modernized services by implementing online applicant tracking system; implemented online training programs while continuing to provide live and customized training for faculty and staff. HIGHLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Des Moines, WA January, 2007 May 2010 Executive Director of Human Resources Oversaw all functions of human resources, payroll, benefits, risk management and campus safety. Provided leadership and direction across Highline Community College; fostered and maintained exceptional employee and labor relations; provided effective human resources guidance and coaching to leadership and faculty on matters related to organizational design and development and succession planning; provided mediation between personnel and management. Worked closely with Attorney General s Office on litigated cases. Effectively investigated and managed the investigation of complaints and grievances. Coached administrators and faculty leaders on effectively communicating with staff and students to reach full potential. Interpreted organizational policies/procedures; drafted new policies and procedures in accordance with legislative changes/requirements.

2 CESAR PORTILLO Page 2 Effectively managed workforce reduction and created in house outplacement services which were also utilized by community members. Developed strong working relationships with staff and faculty union representatives and their membership. Educated and informed managers and supervisors regarding the interpretation and application of employment practices, recent legislation and labor agreements. Modernized web presences and established it as a resource for the college community. Developed training modules for employees, supervisors and faculty. Modules include sexual harassment avoidance, workplace violence, effective recruitment of faculty and staff, basic and advanced supervisory skills, and diversity and multiculturalism. Improved the risk management processes to include quicker reporting and investigation of claims for timely response to the injured worker, students or guest and the various insurance companies. Manage six budgets in excess of $1.2 million. Oversaw the effective processing of payroll which is in excess of $30.6 million annually. Reorganized and implemented technology changes in the Campus Safety Department to improve service UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF MEDICINE February, 2005 January, 2007 Interim Director of Human Resources (September January 2007) Human Resources Manager (February 2005 September 2005) Developed and maintained exceptional relations with directors and vice presidents throughout the School of Medicine; provided effective human resources guidance and coaching to directors, managers and supervisors on matters related to organizational design and development and succession planning; provided mediation between personnel and management. Trained supervisors and managers on workers compensation, ADA, and FMLA issues, as well as disciplinary action and collective bargaining agreements. Developed and implemented training programs. Led recruitment, retention initiatives. Interpreted organizational policies/procedures; drafted new policies and procedures in accordance with legislative changes/requirements. Developed strong business relationships with medical school department administrators: The Medical School Department Administrators manage the over 23 clinical and basic sciences departments for the School of Medicine. I served as a business partner with these educational leaders to ensure their business goals were met. Skilled consultant and advisor: Consulted with staff concerning human resources-related matters, in accordance with applicable University, state and federal regulations, processes and procedures. Provided consultative advice and educate clients regarding performance management and corrective action. Labor Relations: Educated and informed managers and supervisors regarding the interpretation and application of employment practices, recent legislation and labor agreements. Supervision: Supervised human resource staff. SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY San Diego, CA May, 1998 February, 2005 Risk Manager/Human Resources Manager Provided leadership and direction across HR department and organizational HR issues; managed $1.5 million departmental budget. Fostered and maintained exceptional employee/labor relations; provided mediation between personnel and management. Trained supervisors and managers on workers compensation, ADA, and FMLA issues, as well as disciplinary action and collective bargaining agreements. Developed and implemented training programs. Interpreted organizational policies/procedures; drafted new policies and procedures in accordance with legislative changes/requirements. Worked closely with Medical Director of Student Health Services, a premier student health center. Created and implemented all organizational policies for ADA, and drafted numerous policies in compliance with State and Federal regulations.

3 CESAR PORTILLO Page 3 Spearheaded development and implementation of $2.5 million workers compensation program from the ground up; served on multiple risk management committees statewide. Delivered numerous presentations locally and statewide on ADA, workers compensation, diversity, relationship building, and progressive discipline. Demonstrated outstanding ability to resolve personnel issues with supervisors while fostering strong employee relations. Developed employee handbook in compliance with IRS regulations for specific use with student employees. Served as Interim Payroll Manager from supervising 12 payroll technicians and overseeing faculty pay adjustment going back three years. INDUSTRIAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE San Diego, CA October1992 May 1998 Hearing Representative Represented company in administrative law cases, negotiated and settled cases directly with opposing council. Deposed and investigated employee actions. Worked closely with supervisors, managers, and employees to resolve workers compensation issues. Reviewed workers compensation claims and provided advice to examiners on appropriate course of action. Evaluated, negotiated, and settled litigated cases. Trained examiners on settlement negotiations and issues. Developed extensive knowledge of employment law as consultant to employers and claims examiners. Designed new processes in accordance to changes in labor law. WEAR & WOOD San Diego, CA April 1991 October 1992 Insurance Claims Manager University of Texas El Paso, TX VARIOUS CLERICAL POSITIONS EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION Executive Leadership Master of Business Administration SEATTLE UNIVERSITY Seattle, WA Post-Graduate Studies in Psychology San Diego State University San Diego, CA B.A., Political Science UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS El Paso, TX Certificates SENIOR PROFESSIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES (SPHR) TITLE IX COORDINATOR CERTIFICATE ADA COORDINATOR CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION SELF-INSURANCE ADMINISTRATOR S CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION, STATE OF CALIFORNIA

4 CESAR PORTILLO Page 4 SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (SHRM) PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR HUMAN RESOURCES (CUPA-HR) SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Service to Washington State Community and Technical College System Chair, Human Resources Management Commission Member, State of Washington Community College District, Collective Bargaining Team Co-Chair, Human Resources Management Commission Secretary, Human Resources Management Commission Member, Full Scope Faculty Bargaining Committee Member, State of Washington Community College District, Collective Bargaining Team Member, Diversity Committee Community Service 2012 Founding member of Upper Northwest Higher Education Recruitment Consortium Served as a mentor to participants of the Washington Executive Leadership Academy Alumni Council, Seattle University Executive Leadership Program Chair, Mentor Program, Seattle university Executive Leadership Progra Bayview Neighborhood Association, Treasurer 2009 Spanish Language Volunteer, Snohomish County H1N1 Inoculation Clinics 2009 Spanish Language Volunteer, Avoiding Foreclosure, Snohomish County Stakeholder, Peer Review Committee, American Cancer Society, National Corporate Office Secretary of the Board, American Cancer Society, California Division Member, The Center s Youth Housing Project, San Diego Volunteer and Staff Development Committee Chair Staff Advisor, Student Organizations, San Diego State University Relay for Life Logistics Chair, American Cancer Society, Chula Vista Office Selected Presentations 2012 Understanding the New Collective Bargaining Agreement 2012 Mandating reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect Leading from the Middle, Human Resources Module (statewide presentations) 2011 Presentations on recruitment and selection of diverse populations 2009 The Clery Act and Campus Security Authority Responsibility 2009 Presenter, Classified Positions Reviews, Washington State Department of Personnel 2008 Recording Requirements of the Federal Labor Standards Act 2008 Family Medical Leave Act and Overlapping Statutes 2008 Progressive Discipline Presenter, Leadership and the Presidency, Washington Executive Leadership Academy 2007 Understanding the New Collective Bargaining Agreement 2004 Presenter, Diversity and Cultural Sensitivity, American Cancer Society, State Board of Directors, Oakland, CA 2003 Presenter, Volunteer and Staff Relationships, American Cancer Society, Sacramento Region Presenter, Fitting the Pieces Together Conference, California State University System, Systemwide Risk Management Presenter, Employer Perspective on Workers Compensation, Council on Education in Management

5 CESAR PORTILLO Page 5 Publications Co-Author, San Diego State University, Risk Management Guidelines for Study Abroad Programs, September 2004 Co-Author, Diversity in the Classroom, San Diego State University, 2004 Author, What To Do If You Are Injured at Work, Campus Safety Quarterly, Summer 2003

6 Teaching Experience Introduction to Workers' Compensation Claims, Insurance Educational Association University Seminar, San Diego State University