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Huntsville, Al, Us

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Spearhead diverse HR functions, partnering with hiring managers to refine candidate selection standards for enhanced effectiveness. Revamped job descriptions and successfully recruited 21 new candidates within an 11-month period to bolster government contracting initiatives. Conduct management training on optimal interviewing practices. Juggles multiple recruitment and retention priorities with finesse. Team leader in sourcing candidates for FEMA disaster recovery task orders. Pioneered a comprehensive onboarding standard to include incorporating a 6-month training process to address employee concerns and bolster retention efforts.

United States

Aligned job description with organizational goals and recruiting requirements for enhanced optimization. Managed and updated personnel records both in the file room and on the HR share drive. Ensured compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards and enhanced the Quality Management System for continuous improvement and to prevent compliance issues. Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and to establish a more effective candidate selection standard.Collaborated with the HR Director and top-level executives to enhance Human Resource functions and support program management needs. Played a key role in managing open enrollment and guiding employees through the ADP Workforce Now system for seamless payroll and benefits administration. Recruited and staffed rapidly growing teams in a highly competitive market, simultaneously administering the applicant tracking system. Conducted case tracking through ADP Workforce Now, ensuring effective employee support. Orchestrated new hire orientation and facilitated successful onboarding experiences. Managed the entry of new employees into ADP and Deltek-Costpoint for streamlined payroll processing.

Huntsville, Alabama Area

Specialized in professional healthcare services to support those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Inputed and tracked sensitive data in Therap Healthcare System and maintain confident records as required by the company. Demonstrates empathy, teamwork, effective communication, professional training and coaching skills with coworkers. Scheduled and executed daily activities with individuals to ensure behavior goals are implemented. Encouraged individuals to exercise their right in making their own choices. Provided exceptional customer service and ensured strict confidentiality as required by company policy and HIPAA.

Normal, Alabama

Spearheaded cost containment strategies, resulting in savings exceeding $500,000 for health insurance and fringe benefits. These recommendations also provided employees with over 50% savings in monthly out-of-pocket expenses for health insurance premiums. Provided HR leadership during a period of rapid growth, contributing to a positive increase in annual revenues and gains in profitability. Collaborated with Top Level Executives, from the HR Director to the President, to devise, implement, and manage enhanced HR strategies, services, and programs during a challenging downward trend and large-scale turnaround effort. Administered a comprehensive range of benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, Section 125 Cafeteria Plan (FSA), voluntary retirement annuities, Alabama State Retirement Plan, disabilities, Employee Assistance Program, FMLA, and COBRA.

Normal, Al

Initiated and managed comprehensive clearance processes, conducting insightful exit interviews to pinpoint turnover root causes. Led quality assurance initiatives through on-site evaluations, internal audits, and customer surveys. Orchestrated five annual public speaking events aimed at elevating management, employee, and customer satisfaction. Skillfully organized HR projects, establishing committees to streamline task prioritization. Addressed data entry issues, ensuring integrity through systematic audits. As the primary contact for temporary recruitment, fostered professional relationships with agencies, processed invoices, and coordinated essential job assignments. Handled front-office responsibilities, assisting customers, generating documents, and maintaining confidential filing systems. Spearheaded internal recruitment, screening applications, scheduling interviews, and managing employment processes. Updated and curated the company's website to showcase benefit information and HR procedures. Efficiently tracked and implemented changes in insurance providers' databases for new hires and terminations. Developed compelling job postings, managed recruitment announcements, and conducted new employee orientation and exit interviews. Counseled employees through retirement processes and consulted on personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, and performance reviews. Oversaw H1B and other Visa sponsorships for employment authorization. Exhibited excellent customer service skills, addressing complaints and ensuring overall satisfaction.

Master Of Science, Industrial Technology Management

Certification, Drake State Adult Ed Amatrol Mssc Cpt Training

MSSC CPT Certification Program 08/2020 - 10/2020

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Management

Master'S Degree, Industrial Technology

Master'S Degree, Industrial Technology

Master'S Degree, Industrial Technology

Education record

Master'S Degree