Melissa Bickham Email & Phone Number

Camarillo, California, United States

Serve as single point of contact to functional management and operate as a trusted business partner by providing cross-functional HR advice, counsel and problem solutions. Champions change and helps position the company for success by cultivating leaders, effective communicators and empowered employees.Partners with management to develop a workforce and employment plan. Champions new ideas and initiatives that foster and support creativity, innovation, and risk taking within the organization.Takes the pulse of the organization; collects feedback formally and informally and addresses issues in a meaningful and constructive way.Engages the client frequently to foster the process of exchanging ideas and sharing knowledge.Identifies early on potential employee-relations issues and takes necessary action. Coordinates and/or conducts employee-relations activities and programs including but not limited to employee counseling, interpretation of policies, new employee orientation, and benefits, employee recognition programs. Recommends programs and/or approaches to attract qualified candidates and retain current employees. Administration of and communication regarding company-wide human resources policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with stated corporate objectives and federal and state legal requirements.Administration of payrollPerforms other related duties as assigned by management.

Instruct a diverse group of students through creating valuable lesson plans, providing ongoing mentorship, and leading classroom activities on a daily basis. Teach a dynamic range of subjects including Simple Coding, Research Methods, Google Slides & Doc, Formatting, and Grammar while performing formative assessments to check for understanding. Demonstrate exceptional leadership and technical capabilities through managing all aspects of the computer lab, developing an efficient class management system, and establishing daily objectives for students in accordance with school standards & regulations. Serve as a Test Administrator for CASSPP & ELPAC Testing Assistant. • Institute and maintain Digital Citizenship Instruction to promote appropriate engagement with digital platforms and develop student mastery in core principles • Responsible for identifying technical issues and coordinating repairs of computer hardware • Teach computer fundamentals to instructors by leading training seminars; provide best practices and resources to ensure teachers are set up for success in the computer lab

Burbank, Ca

Responsible for overseeing human resources operations in the Los Angeles/Central California Region while maintaining brand integrity at all times. Identified and capitalized on strategic opportunities to improve existing systems & processes through developing positive business relationships with third-party vendors. Recruited prospective employees, conducted interviews of quality candidates, and led the training of all associates while following company guidelines. Increased employee engagement by setting clear objectives, evaluating performance, and providing constructive feedback for all associates in order to maximize employee potential in a fast-paced environment.• Completed special projects and assignments as assigned while collaborating with senior leadership to surpass objectives • Managed various HR functions including Benefits, Workers’ Compensation, Terminations, Leave of Absence (LOA), Employee Relations, and Sexual Harassment• Completed administrative and clerical assignments as the Office Manager for the Woodland Hills location while maintaining daily office workflow

Thousand Oaks, Ca

Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center| Thousand Oaks, CA|2000 to 2005Coordinated, authored, and supported HR policies, procedures, and practices for Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Compensation, and Orientation Development while tracking key metrics. Served as an active member for several committees and advisory teams to enhance business development; provided innovative solutions to drive results in accordance with federal and state laws.• Spearheaded the Hospital Compensation Program while remaining current with emerging technologies and industry trends • Managed all Human Resources Information Systems and Reports with strong attention to detail; maintained confidential records and completed data entry tasks as needed to update files

Simi Valley, Ca

Used classroom, one-on-one, and alternative methods to train employees on a variety of topics. Assessed student needs and designed customized programs to meet those needs. Implemented new training programs when necessary to improve certain skill sets. Developed processes and procedures for all training programs. Worked alongside senior management to determine weak areas.