Nicole De Jong

Nicole De Jong

HR Expert · Coal Consulting Co.

Irvine, CA

In My Own Words

I'm an experienced and enthusiastic HR Leader with a proven background in employee relations, HR policies and procedures, recruitment, and HR management. With a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from FIDM, an HR Management Certificate from Cal State Fullerton, SHRM-CP, and Master of Science in I/O Pyschology from University of Hartford, my goal is to bridge the gaps between legislation, employers, and employees in the most effective and positive way humanly possible. When I'm not thinking, talking, or writing about HR, you can find me on a hike listening to a true crime podcast, befriending random dogs, or enjoying some live music! 

I combine clear HR policies, effective business strategies, and organizational psychology to help my clients grow. With experience as a HR Executive and a Business Owner, I offer a unique perspective on how to best solve the day-to-day problems of employers.

Services: HR Outsourcing, Compliance Assessment, Custom HR Policies and Documentation, Leadership Coaching, Employee Engagement Analysis, Training & Development, and general HR Consulting

Check out our website for more info: https://coalconsultingco.com

Work Experience

HR Executive / Principal Consultant

Coal Consulting Co.

2017 – Present

Lead HR teams of multiple companies throughout California Collect and analyze employee related data in order to recommend and implement effective company strategies Create and publish HR related content for employers and managers Audit and create new HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, limit risk, and improve employee relations Coach managers to better support their teams and achieve goals Develop and conduct employee training programs to improve performance and profitability

Adjunct Professor

Fashion Institue of Design & Merchandising

2022 – Present

Develop and taught undergraduate and graduate courses in Human Resources Management, Leadership, and Business Management, receiving consistently high evaluations from students Collaborate with colleagues on various research projects, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills Elected executive faculty council member and institutional governance chair person Develop initiatives to provide ongoing support to colleagues and students

HR Manager / Production

Jennison Engineering

2017 – 2020

Oversee the HR department of entire manufacturing company Manage recruiting, onboarding, performance management, compensation, & terminations Develop employee training programs and train employees to operate mills, lathes, saws, & inspection equipment Prioritize a safe work environment (zero workplace injuries in three years)

HR Specialist

Pasea Hotel & Spa

2016 – 2017

Recruit and hire over 500 employees to ensure property was fully staffed prior to grand opening Lead new hire orientation and onboarding Manage health benefits and wellness programs Process bi-weekly payroll Mediate and resolve employee and manager issues Oversee any workers comp procedures and document all work related injuries

Education

Associate of Arts

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising

2011 – 2013

Associate of Arts

Bachelor of Science

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising

2014

Bachelor of Science

Master of Science in Organizational Psychology

University of Hartford

2021 – 2023

3.97 GPA

Interests

FashionListening to podcastsReadingStand-up comedyWatching documentariesYogaHiking

Skills

Human ResourcesComplianceEmployee EngagementTalent ManagementTrainingDevelopmentRecruitingWellnessPerformance

Industries

LifestyleSkateSurfCreative AgenciesFashionMoto & PowersportsMusicStreetwearSwimYogaHealth & Fitness

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