Jessica Behrmann, Phr, Shrm-Cp Email & Phone Number

Hilton/Doubletree Seattle Airport Hotels

-Manage the HR office at the Hilton and DoubleTree with over 550 employees combined-Oversee the recruitment, hiring and training for all positions, ranging from hourly to upper level management, utilizing Taleo as well as other external and internal sources to attract the most qualified candidates-Process applicant’s background checks, drug tests and I-9’s-Respond to all team member relations issues including payroll, benefits, PTO, scheduling, and grievances-Oversee all leave of absences, including FMLA, Non-FMLA, personal leaves and military leave-Worker’s compensation and safety culture. Reduced the number of injuries from 13 in 2011 down to 1 in 2014-Coordinate hotel employee relations programs such as rallies, holiday functions, health fairs, Champion of the Month, anniversary and birthday recognition and SALT awarding. Placed 8th out of 550+ Hilton properties worldwide in 2014 for an employee recognition competition -Responsible for the overall function of PeopleSoft, including but not limited to, hires, terminations, leave accrual adjustments and review/training tracking-AAP Tracking and Reporting-Union relations, including negotiations and grievance resolution-Creating and supporting company wide training initiatives

Recruiting and onboarding new hires, coordinating community outreach, team member recognition programs, unemployment claims

-Provided professional service to customers in a high-end, award winning steakhouse at the Hilton Seattle Airport. -Easily managed a high-volume, demanding weekend crowd at the Hilton Oakland Airport with speed and accuracy. -Experience serving large groups and parties in Spencer’s Private Dining Room. -Developed extensive alcohol, wine and beer knowledge, as well as multi-tasking and cash handling skills. -Bartended and served in the Banquet Department for many events such as weddings, benefit functions and luncheons