Myrna Cortes

Myrna Cortes is an experienced Human Resources professional currently serving as the Human Resources Manager at the University of Chicago. Here's a detailed profile of her background and qualifications:

Professional Experience

Myrna Cortes has been working at the University of Chicago since October 2012, where she holds the position of Human Resources Manager.1 In this role, she is responsible for managing all human resources activities for over 200 non-academic personnel in the Department of Pediatrics, including staff, biweekly, and student employees.1

Her key responsibilities include:

• Directing the Human Resources function of the department
• Overseeing workforce and organizational planning
• Managing talent acquisition
• Handling employee and labor relations
• Overseeing compensation and compliance
• Managing performance for non-academic personnel

Career Progression at University of Chicago

Myrna has held several positions at the University of Chicago, showcasing her growth within the institution:

1. Human Resources Manager (October 2012 - Present)
2. Human Resources Generalist (November 2007 - October 2009)
3. Manager, Career Events at Booth School of Business (March 2007 - November 2007)
4. Associate Director, Corporate Relations at Booth School of Business (June 2004 - March 2007)
5. Assistant Director, Corporate Programs at Booth School of Business (April 2003 - June 2004)
6. Office Manager at Booth School of Business (April 2002 - April 2003)

Education

Myrna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies from the University of Chicago.1

Professional Certifications

She has obtained several professional certifications, including:

• SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional)
• PHR (Professional in Human Resources) from HR Certification Institute

Skills and Expertise

Myrna has demonstrated expertise in various areas of human resources management, including:

• Policy development and implementation
• Compliance with laws and regulations
• Training development and delivery
• Staff permanent residency sponsorship requests
• Recruitment and talent acquisition
• Employee relations and performance management

Languages

Myrna is bilingual, with native or bilingual proficiency in both Spanish and English.1

Throughout her career, Myrna Cortes has shown a strong commitment to human resources management and a deep understanding of the academic environment, particularly within the University of Chicago system.