Human Resources Consulting Services, Inc.
At HRCS, we understand how important it is for Human Resources to help move your business forward.
Our Mission
The mission of HRCS, Inc. is to provide customer-focused human resource management consulting, services and products that support employers’ business goals.
Our Vision
To become a leading human resource consulting firm providing customer-focused products and services which:
- Create opportunities for employers to maximize the performance from their workforce.
- Reduce the employment liability risk, allowing employers to focus on their core business.
- Create value-added resources and services for employers to enhance business success.
Our Values and Guiding Principles
We will achieve our vision by adhering to the following values and guiding principles. We will:
- Always be honest and open with our customers in identifying and communicating their business needs.
- Always provide our customers with exceptional value from our services and support.
- Always deliver quality products and services within the scope of time agreed upon.
- Always strive to exceed our customers’ expectations regarding our products, services, counsel, and business support.
- Always function as a high-performance team and respect those with whom we engage.
Our Team
Our team of experts has more than a century of combined HR and management experience.
Javier Lozano
MBA, SPHR, PHRCA, GPHR, SPHR-SCP
Javier Lozano
MBA, SPHR, PHRCA, GPHR, SPHR-SCP
Javier brings more than 30 years of HR & Business-related experience. Javier developed his expertise through various HR and operational assignments in both the private and the public sector.
Javier has demonstrated knowledge and expertise in Employee Relations, Performance Management, Rewards & Systems, Diversity & Inclusion, Labor Relations, Training & Development, Team Development, Lean, Process Improvement, Project Management, Conflict Resolution, Leadership Development Business Management, International Management, Strategic Business Planning and much more. Javier holds a BS in Business Administration and an MBA from the University of La Verne in La Verne, CA. and is certified as Senior Professional in Human Resource (SPHR), Professional in Human Resources-California (PHRca), Global Professional in Human Resource (GPHR) and SHRM-SCP certification. Javier is an adjunct professor at CSU Bakersfield, Cal Poly Pomona, and University of La Verne where he lectures on Human Resources Management, Business Management, International Management and Strategic Business Planning. Javier currently serves as the Chair for United Way of Kern County and VP of Youth for KC LULAC and has previously served on numerous other volunteer and community boards.
Sam Chow
PHR, SHRM-CP
Sam Chow
PHR, SHRM-CP
Sam brings over 20 years of management and human resource experience to HRCS, Inc. He has a broad range of HR experience, including employee orientation, leadership counseling and coaching, diversity & inclusion strategies, technical recruiting, staff evaluation and retention, mentoring and organizational development.
Sam has developed and implemented cross-functional, technical intern and mentor programs in addition to being a seasoned facilitator in a variety of leadership and employee learning sessions. Most recently Sam designed a learning governance model to support employee growth and development. Sam has served on multiple local and state boards of directors in many capacities, including President (SHRM, CASA, KC Museum of Arts, and currently on board of Associated Builders & Contractors). He has also served as an instructor for the Kern County SHRM Human Resource Certificate Program through CSUB Extended University.
Mark Smith
ARM
Mark Smith
ARM
After dealing with safety, human resource, and regulatory issues for more than 40 years, Mark has a unique perspective on the interaction of various business functions.
Mark has seen how changes in one area can have an unexpected effect on other seemingly unrelated areas and understands the impact that increased regulatory oversight can have on every business operation. Mark has been responsible for the development and administration of the HR and safety functions for companies involved in petroleum, construction, manufacturing, and transportation. He has interacted with many regulatory agencies, including Cal OSHA, California Air Resources Board, Department of Water Resources, San Joaquin Valley Air Resources Board, Department of Toxic Substances Control, and others, in situations ranging from routine facility inspections to fatal accident investigations to defending against potentially devastating monetary fines. Mark has served on the boards of local chapters of national professional organizations and was the President of the Bakersfield Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals where he was recognized by his peers as Safety Professional of the Year.
Lisa Hockersmith
PHR, CCP
Lisa Hockersmith
PHR, CCP
With more than 20 years of human resource experience, Lisa has acquired expertise from a variety of industries including medical, banking, healthcare, and media.
Lisa has demonstrated proficiencies in a variety of areas, including compensation administration, employee relations and employee development, legal compliance, and benefits administration. Lisa possesses strong knowledge of Federal and State laws governing FMLA, ADA, PFL and workers’ compensation. Lisa is a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP). Lisa’s excellent presentation skills make her an outstanding trainer for both management and employees. Lisa has been a repeat presenter for the annual CSUB workers’ compensation symposium, she has served on the board of the Kern County Chapter of SHRM in several different capacities and has been an instructor for the past three years for the SHRM Certification Course offered through CSUB.
Mark Veary
MA, BSc (Hons), Dip.P.HG, MHGI, Chartered FCIPD, ACC, CPRC
Mark Veary
MA, BSc (Hons), Dip.P.HG, MHGI, Chartered FCIPD, ACC, CPRC
Mark has been working in the L&D world for over 20 years. He has worked in the energy sector as a learning leader in a major corporation. This has given Mark the opportunity to internationally in organizational and learning and development roles in business units and corporate service companies. Countries include South Africa and Angola.
Before working in the energy sector, Mark worked for 25 years in the UK National Health Service as a registered nurse, clinical educator, and organizational development consultant. Mark has a Master of Arts degree in Organizational Behavior and Change Management and is currently a doctoral student Franklin University, exploring how large organizations need to reimagine, adopt, and apply people skills. Mark is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personal Development (UK) and an Associate Credentialed Coach with the ICF.
