Recruit, onboard, manage files, and provide communication for approximately 60 part-time hourly employees.Manage updates and maintain files for L&I, Employment Security, and Dept of Revenue including keeping our licenses current. Facilitate orientation, job training, and review of policies.Collaborate creatively with other managers to accomplish company goals.Assist in the preparation of payroll every two weeks..Represent the company as management and/or assist with setup and take down at events.Manage waste at our public events whenever possible to reduce landfill waste through public education. Work with vendors to "leave no trace".

Developed a farm-based educational program using Montessori methods and experiential learning for 3-6 year olds.The program is designed to prepare children emotionally, socially, and academically before entering elementary school.Focused on developing leadership skills that require good manners, good judgement, empathy, and clear communication.The class room setting nurtures a multi-age group that feels like family in support of one another.Additionally I offer support to parents and work in collaboration with them and their child by preparing them both to meet the challenges ahead.

Created an environment where our youth members had a voice.Collaboratively coordinated community service and outreach events.Worked with Evergreen State Fairgrounds to put on the annual Spring Show.Developed a cohesive youth leadership group through empowerment and confidence building.Nearly tripled club attendance in three years.

Sold over 30,000 copies.Awarded the Ben Franklin Award - 2004 National Book Show in LAReceived accolades and reviews from respected critics including American Library Association.Translated and distributed in Asia. Created a power point presentation to encourage young authors by speaking at school assemblies.

Provided direct support for two Employee Relations Officers by assisting with research, communications, and record keeping.Attended court proceedings for L&I claims, led orientations, and assisted in employee update meetings. Facilitated Employee Incentive Program and coordinated rallies.Also coordinated blood drives in various districts to support local blood banks twice a year. Provided support in Payroll by assisting a quadraplegic data entry technician in setting up their "sip & puff" machine and head gear in order to enter data by mouth using morse code. Pulled reports and provided general assistance for others within the HR Department as well.