SUMMARY

Human Resource professional with extensive experience in a variety of Human Resource areas where strong organizational and communication skills are used.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• ADP
• Report Smith
• HR/Perspective
• PeopleSoft
• Internet researching skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential,West Hartford, CT 10.2010 - 12.2010

Temporary Human Resources Manager - Recruiting Manager

• Assessed Open Job and Hiring Reports to determine what efforts would be needed to meet hiring goals within time allotted
• Attend job fairs and other events within each cummunity to promte Macy's holiday hiring
• Partnered with other Human Resource Managers and Administrative Support Teams to achieve goals through daily activities
• Travel between all stores weekly
• Contributed to competitive recruitment efforts for Sales Manager and Supervisor openings

Confidential,Manchester, CT 1.2010 - 2.2010

Contract Recruiter

• Interviewed candidates and input confidential information into computer System
• This was a temporary role in case of a work stoppage due to union negations

Confidential,Wallingford, CT 6.2005 - 12.2009

Human Resources Analyst / Recruiting

• Sourced for qualified candidates via the Internet. Suggested use of free Internet site such as Craig's List, MySpace, and Linked-In which expanded candidacy.
• Prescreened candidates for high and low volume positions as well as internal jobs.
• Interviewed candidates for various positions. Interfaced with Supervisors on hiring decision as well as making offers and welcome calls to new hires.
• Created a strategic recruiting plan using resources such as the funnel calculator to ensure enough candidates in the process. Using this our team was able to meet goals within given deadlines.
• Conducted background checks processed through a third party administrator. Ensured all information is accurate and any areas of concern were addressed.
• Provided accurate updates in PeopleSoft and Job Link.
• Attended weekly Job Link and Monthly Recruiter meetings. Spearheaded knowledge sharing calls to get updates on changes to the recruiting process.
• Acted as a Verizon Wireless representative. Gained candidate's interest by being knowledgeable about career opportunities and benefits.
• Built relationships with community agencies, libraries, and colleges to build a partnership with the community and gain more candidates
• Managed college recruiting for the Contact Center by building relationships with various colleges and universities, hosting events such as Meet and Greet with Career Services, Mock Interview Day, Information Tables, speaking in career classes, Networking Events, On- campus interviews, Resumania, as well as sponsoring events like Love Your Career Day and Annual Block Party and Career Fairs.
• Responsible for identifying and hiring qualified candidates for the CSLD Program. 100% placement for pilot program.
• Assisted in recruitment process for Huntsville, AL Contact Center as well as Retail positions in the New York Metro area.
• Partnered with HR colleagues to host Internal Career Fair, Benefits Fair, Diversity Week, Bonus Day, CSAW, Resume Critique and other retention events.
• Facilitated Launch Your Success and Developing U classes.

Analyst, Benefits

• Managed the accommodation process. Daily assessment of accommodation requests based upon business needs and State/Federal Law - FMLA/STD/ADA.
• Facilitated New Hire Orientation.
• Responsible for PeopleSoft input.
• Conducted interviews and exit interviews.
• Addressed and resolved various payrolls, benefit, and recruiting questions.

Confidential,Rocky Hill, CT 9.2003 - 5.2005

Human Resources Administrator

• Responsible for administration and management of medical, dental, FSA, 529 College Savings Plan, Life Insurance, LTD, STD and 401(k) plans.
• Created policies, procedures, and processes to ensure compliance laws, FMLA, COBRA, etc. were being followed by all remote area leaders
• Accountable for timely Service Awards and "Celebration Awards" Service Awards were given to associates on a monthly annual basis.
• Managed Relocation Policy with help of Coldwell Banker
• Began an overhaul of the Associate Handbook; looked at policies and procedures that were not working and revamped them to meet the needs of the business
• Headed the Associate Activity Committee. Purpose of this committee was to promote a fun and exciting workplace.
• Conducted the New Hire Orientation for new associates. Operated all Exit Interviews
• Entered in various dates for the HRIS system.
• Successfully moved COBRA responsibilities to a TPA
• Managed Tuition Reimbursement policy

Confidential,West Hartford, CT 6.2001 - 8.2003

Benefits Administrator

• Oversaw employee reviews, federal and state reports. Audited bills, service awards and employee referrals and retention programs.
• Contributed to the creation of and managed the compliance of company policies and procedures.
• Primary responsibilities included being the internal contact and external for all medical, Dental, COBRA, and FSA, as well as disability; Workers' Compensation, FMLA, and STD.
• Kept OSHA records.
• Worked in a fast-paced team environment, accountable for administering benefits, new employee packages and orientations, and assist payroll processing for a midsize multi-site company

EDUCATION

B. A., Psychology
ASSOCIATIONS

• Human Resource Association of Central Connecticut
• CCEIA 2009 - 2010
• Society of Human Resources Management