Kara L. Besaw
Milton,VT
Summary
Experienced Human Resources professional and Executive Assistant with over 15 years of expertise in HR management, administrative support, employee relations, recruitment, and training. Adept at navigating compliance requirements, managing benefits, and excelling in high-pressure environments. Recognized for strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager / Executive Assistant
Green Mountain Nursing & Rehabilitation
01.2016 - Current
- Collaborate with department heads to address staffing needs, ensuring quality recruitment and retention practices
- Conduct pre-employment screening, background checks, and onboarding in compliance with CMS, state, and federal guidelines
- Manage employee relations, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations, adhering to employment laws and facility policies
- Oversee benefits administration and licensure tracking for staff, ensuring compliance with renewal deadlines
- Organize facility events, staff meetings, and training programs, including OSHA, HIPAA, and safety protocols
- Provide executive administrative support to the Administrator
Recruiter / HR Coordinator
TLC Nursing & Homecare
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Facilitated full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, resume reviews, phone screenings, and interview coordination
- Conducted background checks, reference checks, and employment verifications
- Scheduled new employee orientations and ensured accurate documentation of personnel records
Office Support Staff
Four Seasons Dermatology
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Provided patient check-in and check-out services, including insurance verification and co-payment processing
- Scheduled appointments, managed referrals, and maintained patient records in the EHR system
- Coordinated daily schedules and processed incoming correspondence while adhering to HIPAA standards
Human Resources / Executive Corporate Assistant
PC Construction Co.
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Supported executive leadership and the HR department with recruitment, benefits administration, and training coordination
- Managed event logistics for conferences and seminars, including budgets, vendor contracts, and attendee arrangements
- Coordinated travel plans and maintained corporate security and access systems
- Prepared employee recognition awards and assisted with Open Enrollment benefits programs
Human Resources Assistant
Husky Injection Molding
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Coordinated job postings, interviews, and candidate travel arrangements
- Managed employee training programs and maintained compliance with HR policies and labor laws
- Assisted with event planning, HRIS maintenance, and general administrative tasks
District Assistant / Office Coordinator
GMAC Mortgage Corporation
01.1996 - 01.2005
- Delivered extensive customer service as the first point of contact
- Managed advertising, new hire paperwork, and compliance testing for loan officers
- Processed loans, coordinated closings, and supervised a team of sales assistants
- Maintained budget tracking and approvals for district operations
Education
Associate’s Degree -
Champlain College
Burlington, VTSkills
- Human Resources Management
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee handbook development
- Policy enforcement
- Employee relations
- Talent Acquisition
- Benefits administration
- Compliance Monitoring
- Performance management
- Labor law compliance
- Office Administration
- Scheduling
- Calendaring
- Event planning
- Record management
- Office organization
- Customer Service
- Relationship building
- Problem resolution
- Professional confidentiality
- Training & Development
- Program coordination
- Records maintenance
- In-service training
- Technical Skills
- EMR systems
- HRIS
- EHR
- Database management
- Microsoft Office Suite
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: True
Timeline
Human Resources Manager / Executive Assistant
Green Mountain Nursing & Rehabilitation
01.2016 - Current
Recruiter / HR Coordinator
TLC Nursing & Homecare
01.2015 - 01.2016
Office Support Staff
Four Seasons Dermatology
01.2013 - 01.2015
Human Resources / Executive Corporate Assistant
PC Construction Co.
01.2006 - 01.2013
Human Resources Assistant
Husky Injection Molding
01.2005 - 01.2006
District Assistant / Office Coordinator
GMAC Mortgage Corporation
01.1996 - 01.2005
Associate’s Degree -
Champlain College
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