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Portland, Oregon

Tualatin, Or

Contracted to Environments

Shady Shores, Texas

* Enrolled 500+ students per year, set-up registration process, and maintained all student records.* Directly involved with planning and implementing all school programs during and after school hours.*Participated in weekly meetings with Principal and Admin staff to set school goals and tracked goals to completion.*Responsible for key financial activities at the school including managing annual budget, entering and tracking purchase orders, petty cash, school bank accounts, planning and executing fundraisers, etc.*Oversaw school Receptionist and assigned the duties and responsibilities for this position.

Southfield, Mi Usa

* Created an in-house Human Resources Department in the United States for offices located in Michigan, Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Georgia. * Reviewed and implemented new benefits package for the U.S. offices. Responsible for all benefits administration within the U.S. (medical, dental, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 401k). Approved benefits invoices for payment. * Coordinated, along with the Human Resources staff in the United Kingdom, all employee-related issues (payroll, bonuses, benefits, salary increases, policies, safety procedures, visa processing). * Relocated U.K. employees to expatriate assignments in the U.S.* Assisted Managers with hiring of new employees (recruiting, screening, interviewing, and verifying references) and terminations (including exit interviews) when necessary.* Ensured legal compliance by monitoring all applicable federal and state employment laws.* Responsible for all employee relations and retention strategies and tactics.* Attended upper-management meetings to provide feedback and discuss pending human resources issues affecting the company.

Southfield, Mi Usa

* Managed the global recruiting processes of a start-up Information Technology Consulting firm and helped grow the firm from 25 to over 350 employees in 5 years. Included managing additional HR personnel.* Developed and administered all employee benefit programs including medical, dental, 401k, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, FSAs and DCFSAs. Evaluated and analyzed the effectiveness and financial impact of the employee benefit programs annually and negotiated new contracts with vendors. * Created, implemented, and maintained an Employee Orientation Program for all new hires (many of whom were hired from overseas).* Designed, administered, and coordinated all professional development and technical training courses for in-house employees and consultants in the field.* Solely responsible for employee relations and retention efforts. Planned annual company picnic, team building activities, and recognition/rewards program.* Implemented key aspects of the Human Resources Department including creating an Employee Handbook, Performance Appraisal System, and Training Manual.* Assisted the Corporate Attorney with immigration issues including filing procedures for H-1B Visas and Green Cards.* Coordinated all international and national relocation efforts for employees.* Recommended and implemented company pay structures, assisted with competitive salary reviews, and recommended salary adjustments and negotiations based on data to help maintain valued employees.* Reviewed and processed Payroll. Maintained all required employment records and employee files.* Drafted job descriptions/requirements and placed advertisements.* Conducted brainstorming and strategic planning meetings with CEO and CFO to set goals and direction of the company. * Involved with the sales process through the implementation of customer service initiatives, negotiation of rates, and scheduling of client interviews.

Troy, Michigan Usa

Trainer, Team Leader, Customer Service Rep for GMC Truck Technologies Account

Bachelor’S Degree, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Activities and Societies: Resident Assistant at Hubbard Hall

High School