Dana Kazee
Lowell,IN
Summary
Versatile and Result - Oriented professional, with established background in performing different HR and Administrative functions, including recruiting, training, and motivation of employees, overseeing the prospecting strategies, trend analysis and demonstrated capacity to identify staffing needs and recommend on capacity building approach. Maintain a successful background in human management and meeting organizations administrative needs. Articulate communicator; accustomed to developing and maintaining positive relationships with all levels of individuals of diverse backgrounds. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Proposal and Subcontract Administrator
Solid Platforms
Portage, Indiana
05.2018 - Current
- Cultivated strong working relationships with high-profile customers, contractors and project managers
- Prepared requested proposals from Field Foreman for various industries, reviewed calculations for accuracy and submitted directly to the customer.
- Managed, tracked, and maintained all subcontracts for internal office, job sites, and services
- Acted as liaison for all customers and vendors, monitoring all communications and escalating any issues to management
- Drafted proposals for estimated 250 per month for various customers across multiple office locations
- Implemented a new process for subcontracts - naming, logging, and tracking.
Senior Living Advisor
Crown Point Christian Village
Crown Point, Indiana
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Managed relationships with new and potential clients, using written, telephonic, orchestrated special events and reservations and in-person communication to effectively market the benefits and services of the community
- Oversaw process of admissions for new residents to Independent and Assisted Living facilities, including completion of required paperwork and collection and inspection of insurance, financial and medical records
- Coordinated quality assurance checks regarding customer service for existing residents, communicating with clients, family members, and staff members to address continuing and emerging concerns and develop achievable solutions
- Researched, designed, and implemented a new marketing strategy, and collaborated with Clinical Liaison to develop quarterly sales reports for review by senior management
- Maintained daily log of sales activities and accurately and timely documents all client issues in compliance with rigorous facility protocols and local, state, and federal regulations.
Business Development Manager
Lakeshore EMS Ambulance Services
Merrillville, Indiana
10.2015 - 04.2017
- Analyzed monthly sales to identify product lines that needed additional promotion to maximize profits
- Conducted market research to identify potential individual, community organization, and healthcare facility clients
- Developed and utilized subject matter expertise in admission and transfer operations and ambulatory needs of nursing homes, dialysis centers, hospitals, and healthcare facilities
- Regularly networked and represented company at chambers of commerce, religious organizations, community centers, and patient facilities
- Planned, developed and managed all marketing materials
- Revised and managed the company website and social media pages
- Provided back-up support to HR Director: background checks, employment verifications, new employee paperwork, drug screening
- Researched competitive pricing to effectively position company as a leader in cost-effective service and coordinated with department leaders to develop and price out long and short-term service proposals
- Drafted employee newsletters based on feedback from staff on topics of interest, events and announcements, team-building opportunities, and employee recognition.
Corporate Recruiter
Workone - Center for Workforce Innovations
Renssalear, Indiana
03.2014 - 10.2015
- Managed testing application and resume submission platform to ensure easy accessibility for potential applicants
- Conducted significant human resource functions including onboarding, new hire orientation, post job opportunities and screening candidates, and responding to employee inquiries regarding HR issues
- Counseled individual clients on resume writing, interview best practices on long and short-term career advancement
- Partnered with businesses to strategize headcount revisions, hiring timelines and job-specific candidate requirements
- Effectively screened applicants and coordinated interview logistics on behalf of employers
- Recruited candidates for positions across four separate counties, with an average of 40 placements per week
- Organized mass-hiring events, including advertising, scheduling, location selection, and day-of site management
- Selected to plan and lead workshops for clients undertaking applications for unemployment benefits.
Administrative Assistant
Franciscan Physician Network
Dyer, Indiana
03.2009 - 03.2014
- Provided discreet secretarial and reception services for theadministration department
- Scheduled appointments, answered telephone calls, interviews, and maintained accurate, up-to-date confidential employee and client files
- Supported regional director, physician practice president, and multiple members of interim management
- Planned and orchestrated all off-site meetings, large-scale community events, and bi-monthly and quarterly management and executive council meetings
- Served as the primary liaison between corporate leadership and rank and file employees, using independent judgment to prioritize emergent matters and resolve issues without the need for management intervention when possible
- Drafted employment agreements for over 40 physicians, utilizing strong working knowledge of at-will and incentive compensation disclaimers
- Managed Kronos payroll for more than 30 employees, including the collection and verification of documentation, cross-referencing for accuracy and responding to inquiries regarding payment and timekeeping discrepancies.
Finance Clerk
St. Margaret Mercy Medical Associates
Dyer, Indiana
08.2006 - 03.2009
- Primarily supported the Department Controller, Billing Manager with reports, daily balancing, and general accounting functions
- Utilized the Practice Management System for verification of deposit balances and providing explanation of variances between deposits
- Audited patient accounts for discrepancies and reported issues that needed correction to supervisors
- Key point of contact for to Regional Accounting for daily update of monthly balancing spreadsheets and distribution of financial reports as well as any additional pertinent information regarding questionable balancing issues
- Assisted Department Controller in various yearly projects: Budgets, Insurance Compliance Audits, agreement updates and report management.
Education
Master of Science in Human Resources Management -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -
Davenport University
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Publisher), ADP, AS400, SAP, Kronos, PeopleSoft, Lotus, Kronos, Google Docs, CRM Software (Customer Relationship Management)
- Knowledge of HR best policies, practices, formulation, and implementation
- Strong attention to detail, communication and time management skills, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Exceptionally well-organized, with a track record that demonstrates self-motivation, creativity, and initiative to achieve both personal and corporate goals
- Schedule Management
- Providing Feedback
- Business Administration
- Event Planning
- Proposal Development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Travel Arrangements
- Project Proposals
- Adobe Applications
- Documentation
dditional Information
Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce, State of Indiana
Certification
Mental Health First Aid Certification
Work Availability
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Timeline
Proposal and Subcontract Administrator
Solid Platforms
05.2018 - Current
Senior Living Advisor
Crown Point Christian Village
05.2017 - 08.2017
Business Development Manager
Lakeshore EMS Ambulance Services
10.2015 - 04.2017
Corporate Recruiter
Workone - Center for Workforce Innovations
03.2014 - 10.2015
Administrative Assistant
Franciscan Physician Network
03.2009 - 03.2014
Finance Clerk
St. Margaret Mercy Medical Associates
08.2006 - 03.2009
Master of Science in Human Resources Management -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -
Davenport University