Majored in Organizational Leadership, Minored in Conflict Management Abilene Christian University, Class of 2020
Brandi R. Muoz is a Certified Professional Rsum Writer (CPRW), Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (NCOPE), Certified Master of Career Services (CMCS), and Certified Human Resources Professional (PHR, SHRM-SP) with over 10 years of diverse industry experience as a strategic Human Resources Business Partner and Leader in Recruiting, Corporate HR Management, Training & Development, Employee Engagement, Leadership Development, and Employee Relations. She is currently working toward attaining a doctorate (EdD) in Educational Leadership, focusing on conflict resolution and organizational development.
In 2015, Brandi transitioned out of in-house HR Management into Outplacement and Transition Services, re-branding her consulting firm to address a growing job search force's needs due to mass layoffs across the country. She provides various career development services for individuals in transition, looking to improve their career advancement opportunities or promote from within their current company. Brandi also specializes in diversity, equity, & inclusion training, military transition, parents returning to the workforce, job seekers over 60 changing careers, and students entering the workforce or graduating with advanced degrees.
Brandi serves on the National Rsum Writer's Association (NRWA) board as the Director of Member Support for College Career Centers. She is also an advisor for the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Social Responsibility, and Public Image Committees. She is also the Diversity Officer for the Education, Research, and Training section of the Association for Conflict Resolution.
Industry Experience:
Legal Services, Oil & Gas, Technology, Engineering/Construction/Manufacturing, Energy Services, Military Transition, Healthcare, Architecture, Financial Services, Marketing & Sales, Business Development, Customer Service, Retail, Management Consulting, Academia/Education, Non-Profit/Social Services, and related industries.
Areas of Expertise:
Rsum Writing Career Search Strategies Professional Branding
Connecting with Recruiters Networking Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Online Job Boards LinkedIn Profile Building Interview Preparation
Mock Interviews Salary Negotiation Professional Image/Dress
Internal Promotions Career Development Planning Military Transition
Returning to the Workforce Changing Industries/Fields
Executive Coaching Leadership Development Conflict Resolution
Public Speaking Coaching Team Building Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Corporate Training Human Resources Consulting Workplace Mediation
Board Director of Member Support, College Career Centers
Board Director of Member Support, Military Transition and Workforce Centers
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Action Committee
Social Responsibility Committee
Public Image Committee
Principal Workforce Development Consultant at People Culture Consulting
Coach transitioning talent in rsum development, online professional branding, interview readiness, job search strategy, networking, offer negotiation, and leadership development. Provide customized HR consulting services to companies for corporate training and human resources support. Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to help human resource departments develop operational strategies and drive change management. Provide subject matter expertise that impacts people-driven culture initiatives through structured training programs for leaders and staff. Facilitate 1:1 coaching in a variety of career and leadership development topics to encourage and support individuals transitioning jobs, seeking internal promotions, or changing industries successfully. Consult with job seekers to develop rsum, CV, and cover letter content that highlights strengths and expertise using industry best practices and writing strategies. Support veterans transitioning from military service to the civilian workforce from domestic and international deployments. Partner with corporate clients to facilitate layoff and reduction in force notification meetings, resulting in decreased litigation and damage to company reputation.
January 2015 - Present
Corporate Human Resources Manager at Patterson + Sheridan
Executed corporate human resources programs and provided support to partners and executive leadership. Managed over 40 administrative staff providing nationwide support to legal staff and attorneys. Created and implemented role descriptions for support staff to better define roles that increased employee engagement in the performance review process. Led successful implementation of new HRIS system (Criterion), creating improved HR functions and transparency for HR policies and programs.
August 2014 - January 2015
Corporate Human Resources Business Partner at Wood Group Engineering Ltd.
Partnered with domestic and global leaders to drive HR initiatives through organizational development and continuous process improvement. Managed corporate HR policies and programs while acting as the liaison for shared services. Updated Employee Handbook and Leave of Absence Policy to ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws. Developed and facilitated training programs in EEO/Diversity & Inclusion, Sexual Harassment Prevention, Performance Coaching/Feedback, and Conflict Resolution, resulting in increased employee morale and retention. Created and implemented improved Corporate Performance Improvement Policy, resulting in improved consistency across business units. Partnered with Global Security Director to create new Workplace Violence/Background Check Policy and Program to increase workplace violence awareness and preparedness. Created and implemented HRBP Resource and Internal Investigations guide to unify HR practices across the organization.
Corporate Human Resources Manager at FKP Architects Inc.
Developed and administered HR programs for all domestic offices. Managed administrative team that supported professional and executive departments. Successfully negotiated lower renewal costs and administered new Health & Wellness Program, resulting in improved employee health initiatives and employee contributions for company benefit plans. Designed and led recruitment strategy for key positions within first six months of hire. Partnered with IT to create web portal for HR and LMS to streamline employee access to HR services.
October 2011 - April 2013
Corporate Learning & Development Coordinator at 1st Global
Developed and facilitated live classroom and e-learning training courses, in conjunction with learning technology and software. Developed and successfully launched new training campaign led by internal SMEs to support consistent knowledge transfer throughout organization. Created and facilitated curriculum in technical and soft skills topics to adequately train staff and leadership. Managed Leadership Development Program (Model-netics) with 85% participant completion rate
May 2010 - June 2011
Legal Assistant at Yee & Associates
In this role, I directed the timely filing of patent applications, trademarks, and prosecution briefs with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. I also served as liaison with foreign associates, clients, and outside counsel and assisted with resolution services.
Legal Assistant at US Small Business Administration
In this role, I assisted the processing of home and small business loans for disaster victims as part of a 1,000 member legal team for Hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma.
I was key in managing the timely review and submission of all legal documents to ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines. I was awarded a commendation from the Administrator of the SBA for being one of two legal assistants to successfully process the highest and most accurate number of SBA loans during the disaster recovery campaign in 2005.
