Michele Mc Dermott, Phr, Shrm Cp
About Michele Mc Dermott, Phr, Shrm Cp
Michele McDermott is a Senior HR Business Partner with over 20 years of experience in human resources, currently working at EmblemHealth in the Greater New York City Area. She specializes in HR consulting services and collaborates with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business goals.
Current Role at EmblemHealth
Michele Mc Dermott serves as the Senior HR Business Partner at EmblemHealth, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she provides a comprehensive range of HR consulting services, which include employee relations, talent management, organizational design and development, and performance management. She collaborates closely with the VP of HR and senior HR leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company's business objectives. Her experience enables her to act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and management teams.
Previous Experience at EmblemHealth
Prior to her current role, Michele Mc Dermott worked at EmblemHealth in various capacities. She served as the Lead Human Resources Specialist from 2006 to 2014, where she contributed to HR functions for eight years in Albany, NY. Additionally, she held the position of Regional Human Resources Lead for one year in 2014 to 2015, also in Albany, NY. Her tenure at EmblemHealth has provided her with a deep understanding of the organization and its HR needs.
Experience at ManpowerGroup
Before joining EmblemHealth, Michele Mc Dermott worked at ManpowerGroup as a Branch Manager from 1999 to 2006. During her seven years in this role, she managed operations in Kingston and Hudson, NY. This experience in a staffing and workforce solutions company contributed to her extensive knowledge of human resources and employee management.
Education and Expertise
Michele Mc Dermott earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel, Restaurant & Institutional Management from Penn State University. Her educational background complements her over 20 years of experience in human resources, where she has demonstrated a strong ability to drive change and deliver results across various HR functions.
HR Consulting Services Provided
In her current role as Senior HR Business Partner, Michele Mc Dermott provides a full range of HR consulting services. These services encompass employee relations, talent management, organizational design and development, and performance management. Her in-depth understanding of functional areas and lines of business allows her to effectively partner with business groups to meet their HR needs.