To achieve a position within Human Resources were innovation, creativity, team
building, business development, leadership, training and client relations are ma naged on a daily basis. PROFILE A dedicated HR professional with a full spectrum of experience and knowledge in human resources programs and services Familiar with all aspects of daily business operations, such as personnel manag ement, benefits administration, payroll, risk management, employment laws, compl iance issues, and administrative functions. I am results-driven with excellent follow-through and present myself as an inte lligent and friendly individual. Cited for outstanding results and continually g oing above and beyond the call of duty. Computer-literate performer with extensive software proficiency covering a wide variety of applications Energetic achiever consistently cited for unbridled passion for work, sunny dis position, and upbeat, positive attitude, Highly productive at managing projects; a creative problem-solver who rapidly adapts to changing demands Developed strong relationships with all levels of management and staff , creati ng a cohesive and productive team in a deadline-driven environment Highly passionate individual who is able to build camaraderie while improving e mployee morale and lowering overall company costs. Results-driven self-starter with exemplary planning and organizational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation. RELEVANT SKILLS Very confident in the areas of ADP Payroll processing. Process time cards, as w ell as employee payroll including garnishments, deductions and other employee pa yroll information. Verify liens, child support and local as well as other propos ed garnishments and monitor all laws. Oversee and manage and be the decider and administrator of employee benefits in cluding medical, dental, vision, life, long term care, Colonial, 401(K), and fle xible spending plans. Work closely with plans such as pre-paid legal, long term disabilities as well as act as liaison with third party administration on COBRA participants, brokers, and benefits carriers. Administration of staffing & recruiting: post open positions, source candidates , conduct interviews, verify past employment, salary history, perform personal r eference checks, and analyze personality profile on applicants. Manage and cond uct new hire orientations and training. Monitor and evaluate employee relations . Implemented and developed monthly training sessions for management and supervis ors to further develop and expand on their knowledge base Analyzed and organized office operations and procedures such as preparation of bi-weekly payroll, benefits administration, information management / filing syst ems, requisition of supplies, and other clerical services Cut costs by department and overall company costs by improving employee functio ns and department responsibilities Effective at implementing employee praise and reward systems such as internal C aught you Being Good system Created and maintained Employee Handbook, job descriptions, and personnel files Created and maintained an active and engaging employee newsletter to include sp ot light managers, employee of the month sections and departmental news. Developed monthly themed pot luck and contests to promote team togetherness and company pride A self-motivated and organized professional; skilled in orchestrating tasks and details to achieve project goals Ability to handle and manage a large number of disjunctive tasks and activities , strong ability to multi-task and prioritize, always with a strong service atti tude Highly analytical thinker with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizin g, improving, and streamlining the complex human resources processes Reduced costs of staff by restructuring employee functions, eliminating redunda ncies, properly training and cross-training staff, and performing regular employ ee reviews Reduced Costs associated with staffing by performing evaluations based on salar y surveys, job roles and ob descriptions Enthusiastic, knowledge-hungry learner, eager to meet challenges and quickly as similate to new concepts Ability to anticipate and resolve critical issues with skill, diplomacy, and confidentiality Rapid learner with strong planning, writing and organizational skills; exceptio nal communicator, verbally and in writing A broad knowledge of diverse departments and overall corporate objectives. Lowered company overtime by implementing time clock processes and procedures an d overtime authorization policies WORK HISTORY Human Resources and Payroll Manager, Pacific Coast Imaging Newport Beach, CA 5/2009 To Present Human Resources Generalist, Western Financial Holdings, Inc, San Diego, CA 2007-2008 Human Resources Recruiter/HR Coordinator, Cal Comp Financial, Glendora, CA 2005-2007 Training Manager, HR Coordinator, Ruby Tuesday, Jacksonville, NC 2003-2005 Human Resources Assistant, Anaheim Howard Johnson, Anaheim, CA 2002-2003 Office Manager, Leasing Manager, Comfort Country Homes, Jacksonville, NC 2000-2002 Medical Office Manager, Wong Medical Clinic, Temecula, CA 1996-2000 EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES Masters of Business, Human Resources, Global Management (In Process) University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Human Resources University of Pho enix, Phoenix, Arizona Associates of Science, Business Administration, Organizational Innovation, Univ ersity of Phoenix, Arizona Taken a wide variety of refresher courses in Human Resources, Benefits Administ ration, Payroll and Management. Consistently taking courses and seminars to stay current on changing laws and trends. Program Certificates: Human Resources, Leadership, Project Management, Foundati onal Business Skills, Communication Notary Public, California Certification Expires 2011 Active Membership, Society of Human Resources Management * References and Salary History Provided Upon Request.