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Cathy Gray

@cathygray

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Dedicated Employee Relations Advisor with extensive FMLA experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values integrity and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated and meticulous Employee Relations Advisor with nearly 30 years of experience in FMLA and labor relations. My career has been marked by a commitment to achieving project goals while maintaining a flexible and focused approach. I excel at prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, ensuring that both team members and management receive the support they need.

Throughout my tenure at Caesars Entertainment, I have participated in grievances and arbitrations, coached team members on labor relations issues, and acted as a liaison to facilitate effective communication. My ability to build strong relationships at all levels has been instrumental in fostering a culture of compliance and integrity within the organization. I am passionate about creating an environment where employees feel comfortable reporting potential violations or misconduct, and I continuously strive to uphold the highest standards of ethical behavior.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Employee Relations Advisor

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Caesars Entertainment

Nov 2024 - Present (8 months)

Participated in grievances/arbitrations and coached/counselled team members and management on labor relations issues. Conducted team member investigations for adjudicating grievances and ensured policy compliance.

Grievances Compliance Investigation Communication Skills Conflict Resolution HR Policies Legal Compliance

Employee Service Center Supervisor

Caesars Entertainment

Jul 2014 - Nov 2024 (10 years 4 months)

Supervised 22 Specialists and managed daily department operations, including authoring training manuals and maintaining email queues. Assisted with IT issues, resolved conflicts, and built relationships with HR leaders.

Team Leadership Training Development Operations Management IT Support Conflict Resolution HR Management Employee Relations Data Analysis UKG Dimensions Performance Management

Leave of Absence Specialist

Caesars Entertainment

Nov 2010 - Jul 2014 (3 years 8 months)

Provided end-to-end processing of Leave of Absence (LOA) requests, managing a high volume workload within Service Level Agreements. Demonstrated expert understanding of LOA legislation, administrative processes, and corporate policies.

Leave Management FMLA LOA Legislation Workflow Management HR Policies Data Entry Compliance Employee Support Documentation

Corporate Benefits Administrator

Remel

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005 (1 year 11 months)

Administered all health insurances for employees across the United States and implemented online benefits enrollment. Audited vendor billings and managed FMLA administration.

Benefits Administration Health Insurance Vendor Management Auditing FMLA Employer Benefits Compliance HRIS

Human Resources Specialist, Senior

Honeywell

Jan 1982 - Dec 2002 (20 years 11 months)

Designed and implemented an Intranet Communications Site and provided retirement counseling. Conducted new hire orientations and developed communication plans for policies.

Compensation Benefits Employee Relations Communications Planning Policy Implementation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Rockhurst University

Bachelor of Arts, Industrial Relations

Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Industrial Relations. Gained comprehensive knowledge in labor relations, human resources, and organizational behavior.