Barb Hood
@barbhood
People Ops / People Experience | ER, programs, HR ops | Remote-only
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
People Operations leader with progressive experience supporting multi‑state, multi‑site, and remote workforces across Operations, Customer Experience, Engineering‑adjacent teams, and corporate enablement functions. Deep expertise in employee relations, performance management, onboarding for key roles, organizational development, and HR operations. Known for building scalable programs, strengthening leader capability, and driving data‑informed decisions that improve readiness, retention, and operational outcomes. Trusted partner to field leaders and Legal; PHR certified.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior HR Business Partner
Legrand
Jan 2021 - Jan 2025 (4 years)
Served as primary HRBP for 25+ leaders across a remote, multi-state workforce, leading complex employee relations and investigations, coaching managers to reduce escalations, and redesigning HR policy during HRIS implementation.
Lead, HR Shared Services
Legrand
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)
Oversaw onboarding/offboarding and lifecycle documentation, acted as SME for HRIS and employee data issues, and improved system accuracy and workflows across PeopleSoft and Workday.
Benefits Analyst
Medtronic
Jan 2015 - Jan 2019 (4 years)
Administered health and welfare benefits programs, supported open enrollment and vendor coordination, and resolved escalated employee benefits issues.
Benefits Administrator
The Mosaic Company
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015 (2 years)
Managed benefits administration during large-scale transitions and enrollment periods, liaised with vendors, and resolved employee inquiries to maintain benefits continuity.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Saint Mary's University
Master of Arts, Human Resource Management
Master of Arts in Human Resource Management earned from Saint Mary's University.
HR Certification Institute (HRCI)
Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Human Resources
Holds the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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