DEBRA LYNN STEINER

HUMAN RESOURCES / MANAGEMENT

Talented business professional accomplished with versatile and high profile expe
rience in Human Resources. Results-driven history demonstrating achievement and
dedication to exceeding both personal and team goals. Advanced organizational
skills and adept decision-maker. Trusted as highly knowledgeable resource to up
per management, clients and staff*honored by peers for teamwork and support. Ex
cel in fast paced and pressure situations.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills / Idea Generating / Building Lo
ng-Standing Partnerships (Internally and Externally) / Creative Problem Solver /
Negotiating and Mediating / Well Organized / Diversity Sensitivity / Provide Sup
erior Customer Service / Results Driven / Mentoring / Coaching / Recruitment
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
R.S. ANDREWS Leawood, Kansas 2007 to Present
(dba A. B. May)
Human Resources Manager/Payroll Manager
Responsible for the overall development, implementation and compliance of Human
Resource plans, policies and procedures.
Develop creative and innovative resolution to policies and plans in compensatio
n, benefits, employment labor and employee relations, leadership in training and
development, salary administration, recruiting, and development and maintenance
of a diverse workforce.
Maintain employee benefits data in automated human resources information system
and coordinate the transfer of data to external vendors, plan providers, audito
rs and consultants.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws; interpret and implement
policies and procedures within the companys standards; play a major role in org
anizing morale building responsibilities and achievements, coach and counsel emp
loyees.
Act as an advisor to management and staff regarding Human Resources issues.
Provide counsel to management on employment related issues and manage salary ad
ministration, workers compensation, disability management and unemployment claim
s.
Ensure confidentiality of all Human Resources documents and files that pertain
to the employees and other important documentation. Handle sensitive and confid
ential matters with discretion and diplomacy.
Oversee and/or perform duties related to staffing and recruitment and selection
with management to include composing and placement of ads, pre-screening, inter
viewing, skills testing, hiring process, reference and background checks, employ
ee orientation, and coordinate with management to assure their needs are clearly
defined and met.
Responsible for EEO1 Reporting, OSHA reporting, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, FLSA, DOL,
ADA, Workers Compensation, etc.
Research and answer employees questions pertaining to employee health and benef
it plans and work with vendors/business partners to resolve claims/billing/enrol
lment issues.
Conduct employee and management training seminars in the areas of interviewing,
hiring, termination, employee investigations, and sexual harassment.
Supervise and process the weekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees us
ing ADP time keeping systems.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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MIDWEST CARDIOLOGY* Leawood, Kansas 2007
Human Resource Manager & Benefit Manager
CENTER SCHOOL DISTRICT #58* Kansas City, Missouri 2001 to 2007
Payroll/Benefits Administrator / Accountant
Administer payroll and liability checks for 500+ employees.
Manage all employee benefit programs, such as group insurance (life, medical, d
ental, accident and disability); 401(K); and flexible spending accounts.
Act as a customer service consultant handling more complex issues requiring spe
cialized benefits knowledge and be the key liaison with our third party administ
rators.
Compute taxes owed according to prescribed rates, laws, and regulations. Colle
ct appropriate data and prepare federal, state, and local reports and tax return
s.
THE ENSEMBLE COMPANY* Lenexa, Kansas
1997 to 2001
(A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc.* Wholesale Gift Company)
Human Resource Manager / Safety Manager / Benefit Manager / Recruiter
Reported to the President of Ensemble. Promoted and assumed the leadership rol
e in defining, developing, and creating the Human Resource and Employee Relation
s Department in multiple locations including Lenexa, Kansas; Petaluma, Californi
a; and Kansas City, Missouri.
Conducted performance reviews, recommended job objectives and supervised staff
of assistants.
Responsible for hiring, recruiting, wage and salary administration, employee re
lations, job specification and job descriptions, performance management, communi
ty relations, personnel records, promotions, transfers and separations.
Implemented all health benefit programs such as life/health/dental insurance, d
isability programs, 401K Plan, and leaves of absence (FMLA, COBRA and Workers Co
mpensation).
Conducted employee and management training seminars in the areas of interviewin
g, hiring, termination, employee investigations, and sexual harassment.
Designed and wrote the Employee Policy Handbook, and Employee Environmental, He
alth, and Safety Manual. Developed procedures and policies to comply with feder
al, state, and local laws and regulations. Conducted safety training with emplo
yees to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment.
Responsible for the development and implementation of Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Supported business/human resource initiatives and projects. Partnered with man
agement team to improve effectiveness in organization structure, work design, te
amwork and culture. Provided leadership to foster an environment which diversit
y was celebrated, leveraged and valued.
Implemented and administered Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Pr
ogram.
Supported company promotions targeting increased sales as well as use suppliers
and vendors for incentives and supplemental training materials. Organized, pla
nned and hosted awards banquets, special events, and employee appreciation parti
es.
HALLMARK CARDS, INC.* Kansas City, Missouri
1980 to 1997
Executive Secretary / Trade Show Coordinator / Project Facilitator
EDUCATION / TRAINING
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and Office Administration
* Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, MO