Heather M Mc Daniel, Clrp, Shrm Scp (She/Her/Hers)
About Heather M Mc Daniel, Clrp, Shrm Scp (She/Her/Hers)
Heather M Mc Daniel is an HRBP Manager at SAIF Corporation, with extensive experience in human resources, including roles at Chemeketa Community College and Western Oregon University. She holds certifications as a Labor Relations Professional and SHRM-SCP, and has a Master's degree in Conflict Resolution from Portland State University.
Current Role at SAIF Corporation
Heather M Mc Daniel serves as the HRBP Manager at SAIF Corporation, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in human resources to support organizational goals and enhance employee relations. Her responsibilities include advising and coaching across all levels of the organization, leveraging her strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Previous Experience at Chemeketa Community College
Heather Mc Daniel has extensive experience at Chemeketa Community College, where she held multiple positions. She served as the Interim Associate Vice President for Human Resources for eight months in 2023. Prior to that, she was the Director of Human Resources from 2020 to 2023 and the Assistant Director of Human Resources from 2014 to 2020. Her roles involved strategic planning and managing employee relations.
Educational Background
Heather Mc Daniel earned her Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution from Portland State University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2012. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities & Social Science from Western Oregon University, which she obtained from 2003 to 2006. Additionally, she achieved an Associate of Arts - AAOT from Linn-Benton Community College between 2001 and 2003.
Certifications and Professional Skills
Heather Mc Daniel is certified as a Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) and holds the SHRM-SCP certification, reflecting her advanced knowledge in human resources management. Her expertise encompasses strategic planning, employee and labor relations, collective bargaining, recruiting, benefits, classification, and workplace accommodations. She approaches her work with a growth mindset and encourages innovative thinking.
Experience at Western Oregon University
Prior to her roles at Chemeketa Community College, Heather Mc Daniel worked at Western Oregon University. She served as the Benefits & Worker's Compensation Manager from 2009 to 2011 and as a Human Resources Analyst from 2005 to 2009. Her experience at the university contributed to her comprehensive understanding of human resources functions.