Ralph Jaramillo, Phr
About Ralph Jaramillo, Phr
Ralph Jaramillo serves as the System Director of Employee and Labor Relations at CommonSpirit Health, where he leads labor relations efforts and collaborates with HR leaders on system-wide initiatives. He has extensive experience in human resources, having held leadership roles at various organizations including Hyundai GLOVIS and Graphic Packaging International.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Ralph Jaramillo serves as the System Director of Employee & Labor Relations at CommonSpirit Health. In this role, he drafts proposals and counter-proposals and acts as a spokesperson during bargaining at both the facility and Service Area levels. He provides leadership to navigate challenges within a union environment effectively. Jaramillo collaborates with Service Area HR leaders to implement system-wide initiatives and assignments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to his current position, Ralph Jaramillo held several roles in human resources across various organizations. He worked as the Sr. National Director of Human Resources at Hyundai GLOVIS from 2021 to 2023 in Irvine, California. Before that, he was the Division Human Resources Director at American Residential Services from 2019 to 2021, overseeing HR functions in the Western Region. His earlier experience includes serving as the Human Resources Director at Graphic Packaging International, LLC from 2015 to 2019 and as the Regional Director of Human Resources at SolarCity from 2010 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Ralph Jaramillo earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management with a focus on Employment Law from California State University, Fullerton. He studied there from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in employee and labor relations, enabling him to identify trends and develop strategies to reduce grievances, disputes, and Unfair Labor Practices (ULPs).
Leadership in Labor Relations
In his role as System Director, Ralph Jaramillo serves as the principal area leader for labor and employee relations matters in the Los Angeles, CA area. He is responsible for navigating complex labor relations challenges and implementing effective strategies to foster a positive work environment. His leadership is focused on collaboration and proactive problem-solving within a unionized setting.