Kimberly Ray, MBA,Phr,Shrm Cp
About Kimberly Ray, MBA,Phr,Shrm Cp
Kimberly Ray is a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held various roles in employee and labor relations, talent acquisition, and occupational health across multiple organizations.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Kimberly Ray has served as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, since 2019. In this role, she applies her expertise in workforce planning and engagement strategies to address current and future HR-related needs. She collaborates with HR Centers of Excellence teams to enhance talent business outcomes and provides strategic HR solutions to improve critical business results. Kimberly also assists in the deployment of new HR systems and processes, offering training and problem-solving support.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current position, Kimberly Ray worked at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District for several years. She held the role of Senior Employee & Labor Relations Business Partner from 2016 to 2019 and was previously an Employee & Labor Relations Business Partner from 2014 to 2016. Her responsibilities included consulting on employee relations, performance management policies, and compliance with employment laws. Additionally, she worked as a Talent Acquisition & Employment Specialist at the same organization from 2011 to 2014.
Background in Occupational Health and Recruitment
Kimberly Ray began her career as an Occupational Health Specialist at Greater Cleveland RTA from 2007 to 2011. She also gained experience in recruitment as an Associate Recruiter and later as a Quality Control Auditor at NovaStar Mortgage between 2002 and 2006. Her diverse background in various HR functions has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of employee relations and talent acquisition.
Education and Expertise
Kimberly Ray holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech & Hearing from Cleveland State University, which she completed from 1994 to 1997. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the same institution between 2000 and 2004. Her educational background, combined with her professional experience, has established her expertise in human resources management and employee relations.
Professional Skills and Contributions
In her role, Kimberly Ray actively participates in department restructures, realignments, and workforce planning initiatives. She advises managers and administrators on HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws. Kimberly handles day-to-day problem-solving and policy clarification, maintaining communication with all levels of staff and union representatives to foster a collaborative work environment.