Adaptable Business Manager successful at overseeing all aspects of business operation. Goal-driven leader, change manager and strategic problem solver. Knowledgeable about human resources, financial administration and inventory management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
East Moline , Illinois
09.2020 - Current
Prepared documents necessary for procuring commodities in the operation of the institution.
Directs the processing of vendor vouchers for payment of goods and services received by the facility
Directs the processing of Timekeeping and Payroll functions.
Directs the processing and ordering of the food surveys and monitors the current usage and budget.
Analyzes past and current expenditures to determine the needs of the facility regarding commodities, services, and equipment needs.
Assessed employee performance evaluations and recommended changes or improvements as needed.
Human Resources Representative
State of Illinois- Department of Corrections
East Moline, IL
10.2012 - 09.2020
Serves a personnel generalist in directing, reviewing, processing, and maintaining all personnel transactions.
Conducted recruitment activities such as job postings, interviewing candidates, and reference checks.
Provided guidance to managers regarding disciplinary action, performance issues, and progressive discipline procedures.
Assisted with benefits administration including open enrollment periods and health insurance changes.
Maintained personnel records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations while ensuring confidentiality of information.
Drafted offer letters for new hires which included salary details and benefit packages.
Supported employees with benefits enrollments by guiding process and answering questions.
Provided essential support to address individual HR needs of employees.
Conducted background checks and orientation, coordinating new employee onboarding process.
Correctional Counselor II
State of Illinois- Department of Corrections
East Moline, IL
05.2010 - 10.2013
Assists newly admitted individuals in custody counseling and guidance in initial orientation upon intake.
Worked as Field Servies Representative in helping locate and secure placement for individuals in custody paroling within Illinois and out of state.
Developed individualized treatment plans for inmates based on the results of the initial assessment.
Provided counseling services to inmates in a group or individual setting to address issues such as substance abuse, trauma, anger management, and other behavioral problems.
Coordinated with outside agencies to provide resources to assist inmates in transitioning back into society upon release from prison.
Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately when an inmate is transferred between facilities or released from prison.
Human Resource Representative
Illinois Department Of Corrections
East Moline, IL
09.2006 - 05.2010
Serves a personnel generalist in directing, reviewing, processing, and maintaining all personnel transactions.
Conducted recruitment activities such as job postings, interviewing candidates, and reference checks.
Provided guidance to managers regarding disciplinary action, performance issues, and progressive discipline procedures.
Assisted with benefits administration including open enrollment periods and health insurance changes.
Maintained personnel records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations while ensuring confidentiality of information.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Saint Ambrose University
Davenport, IA
03-2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/ Public Relations
Coe College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05-2003
Skills
Fiscal Management
Operations Management
Business Administration
Analytical Thinking
Issue Resolution
Decision-Making
Timeline
Business Manager
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
09.2020 - Current
Human Resources Representative
State of Illinois- Department of Corrections
10.2012 - 09.2020
Correctional Counselor II
State of Illinois- Department of Corrections
05.2010 - 10.2013
Human Resource Representative
Illinois Department Of Corrections
09.2006 - 05.2010
MBA - Business Administration
Saint Ambrose University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/ Public Relations