Dedicated work ethic with excellent experience in industry. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality, dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organizational skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
The Retreat
East Hampton, NY
2023.01 - Current
Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews
· Facilitate benefits enrollment for new staff in EASE (companies’ benefits administration and HR system) so they can make benefit elections.
· Create company employee personal data spreadsheets for insurance brokers (EPIC) to compare pricing and get competitive rates.
· Coordinate with Company brokers (EPIC) to help facilitate annual benefits open enrollment meetings.
· Enter all employee benefit changes in Paychex and in EASE.
· Ensure effective communication of compensation/benefits plans and policies to employees.
· Conduct monthly reconciliation of company billing with United Healthcare/Oxford, Guardian, AFLAC, and Clarity to make sure monthly premiums are accurate, eliminating overbilling and making sure employees’ coverage is consistent.
Recruiting
· Assist managers with identifying staffing needs and candidates.
· Assist HR assistant with posting new positions on internal and external sites.
· Create job announcements for newspaper publications, agencies, and schools.
· Conduct sourcing, screening resumes, phone screening and interviewing candidates.
· Identify viable candidates with Managers and Executive Director.
· Accompany Executive Director with interviewing final candidates.
· Facilitate employee offer agreements to candidates.
· Assist HR Assistant with conducting employee background checks and state clearances for employees working at the shelter. State Central Register, Justice Center for the Protection of Persons with Special Needs (SEL) and The Division of Criminal Justice (DCJS).
· Coordinate new staff start date with candidates and department manager.
Onboarding
· Coordinate new employee start dates with the Finance Dept. and Office Administrator to set up computer accounts and funding.
· Create new employee profiles in Paychex to give employee access to stratus time to complete employee timesheets.
· Create employee profiles in the EASE system so new staff can make benefits elections during orientation.
· Train new staff on status time.
· Complete I-9 information, with two forms of identification.
New Employee Orientation
· Conduct three-hour new hire employee orientation with new employees.
· Review new hire materials with new staff: organizational chart, work hours company mission, dress code, work hours, time off, appraisal process, work standards and performance, performance appraisals, anti-harassment and complaint process, Equal opportunity, sexual harassment, COVID-19 polices.
· Communicate the employee benefits; medical dental, vision, short term disability, FSA and when they are eligible.
HRIS Administration
· Process new hires, employee changes, promotions, transfers, terminations, resignations. I-9, direct deposit, W-4 changes, leave of absences.
File Administration
· Audit employee files and records monthly to ensure files are up to date.
Employee Leave
· Help communicate, and complete paperwork for employees requesting FMLA, NY State Paid leave, Short Term Disability, and Workers Compensation Disability Paperwork.
Performance and Compensation
· Assist with the administration of the company’s annual performance and compensation review process. Consult with the Executive Director on pay-related
decisions, including merit increases, incentive recommendations, career-related competitive pay, or other adjustments.
· Advises and coaches managers on resolving employee issues. Personally, manages complex or significant employee relations issues Participate in the investigation and guidance for disciplinary actions.
Employee Policies
· Maintain/update employee handbook and HR policies. Support and implement policies throughout the company.
Employee Training
· Organize and monitor annual training sessions for both employees and managers. Assist with Employee Assistance Program Training. Help determine topics, identify appropriate speakers/trainers, and coordinate coordination.
· Train Human Resources Coordinator with HR responsibilities, recruiting, onboarding, benefits, performance management and clearance process.
Employee Recognition
· Participates in the planning and execution of employee recognition events and employee award ceremonies.
Compliance
· Ensures legal and regulatory compliance, including equal employment opportunity/affirmative action, wage and hour, and work authorization state and federal laws are followed.
Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
Flight Operations Coordinator
Heliflite Shares Elite Private Helicopter Service
Wainscott, NY
05.2022 - Current
Coordinate, schedule and plan all domestic flight movements in accordance with aircraft capabilities, Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR’s), and company policies
Communicate pertinent trip information to Broker and Sales personnel in a professional and timely manner
Monitor crew duty time limitations
Arrange for aircraft service and handling requirements to expedite flight movement
Assist with crew/passenger hotel, transportation and catering as necessary
Provide support to Accounting and Parts department with trip, crew, and fuel expenses
Monitor the progress of flights in real time (day or night) and provide assistance to maximize the safety of flight and operational efficiency
Obtain clearances, permits, and authorizations appropriate to flight operations
Conduct preliminary flight planning, including coordinating routes/technical stops, with the assigned PIC
Monitor, review for completeness and accuracy, and file all trip records in accordance with Company reporting and audit requirements
Ensure compliance with applicable FAA rules, regulations, and company standards
On call shifts as needed to provide 24/7 coverage
Other duties as assigned by Director of Operations
Flight Coordinator
Doupe Services
Wainscott, NY
06.2021 - Current
Accompanied aircraft as member of flight crew in order to monitor and handle cargo in flight.
Planned, directed and managed coordination of flight missions for flight crews.
Managed crew of fully qualified, properly rested professionals.
Posted and interpreted weather reports and decoded sequence reports.
Transmitted flight plans and arrival reports to flight and air traffic control centers.
Processed local and cross-country flight clearances and checked accuracy of flight plans.
Maintained flight logs on incoming and outgoing flights and individual flights.
Adhered to safety procedures when managing logistics for pilot and ground crew.
Created and implemented filing and organization practices for documents, reports and calendars.
Compiled data and prepared aviation operations and aviation safety reports.
Reduced regulatory risks by acquiring documents, certificates, clearances and approvals from appropriate agencies.
Conducted departure and arrival briefings.
Monitored airfield duties and personnel to make proactive changes to procedures, workflows and task responsibilities to maintain operations targets.
Addressed medical emergencies and flight operation obstacles as both first responder and emergency management leader.
Developed and implemented emergency procedures, complying with safety regulations and enabling preparation in crisis events.
Reviewed aircraft reports, determining proper maintenance schedules are observed and adhered to.
Prepared daily flight plans and coordinated with other agencies for seamless operations.
Scrutinized and managed flow of incoming and outgoing aircraft, providing guidance and support as needed.
Coordinated with other agencies to maintain safe and secure airfield environment.
Cabin Attendant
Pentastar Aviation
Pontiac, Michigan
10.2018 - 06.2021
Coordinate with pilots, maintenance and cleaning crews to ensure aircraft is impeccably clean and properly serviced
Brief and assist passengers with cabin management systems such as entertainment, high speed data systems and phone capabilities
Assist passengers with carry-on luggage
Assist passengers with seating for adults and children including passengers with disabilities and children who require restraint systems
Maintain complete and detailed working knowledge of all service equipment and procedures of the aircraft on which he/she is assigned
Maintain neatness and orderliness of cabin at all times
Maintain bedding and locker area on assigned aircraft
Coordinate and shop for interior items per the Owner’s request
Plan and print menus and weather cards
Plan, order, shop, prepare, and serve all meals and beverages
Develop and maintain standard stock and source vendors for aircraft cabin, lavatory, and galley
Ensure aircraft is prepared to specifications prior to each flight
Provide client profiles updates, post-trip reports, catering reports and maintain other required paperwork
Create and maintain aircraft specific manual on assigned aircraft
Manage expense accounts
Attend and maintain currency in all aspects of required training, annual recurrent safety, medical and company Indoc training
Other duties may be required, as needed
Facilitated boarding process by greeting passengers upon arrival to aircraft and providing direction to seats.
Performed pre-flight safety checks to verify oxygen masks, life jackets and other emergency equipment in good working order.
Collected trash, tidied up aisles and wiped down surfaces during and in between flights to keep cabin clean.
Greeted passengers, assisted with carry-on baggage storage and delivered onboard announcements.
Resolved passenger conflicts and medical emergencies during flights.
Served beverages and food items from refreshment carts and provided information about in-flight offerings to passengers.
Facilitated communication between flight deck and cabin crew prior to and during flights to promote smooth operations.
Answered passenger questions and provided solutions to issues arising during flights.
Relayed updates and information to passengers after confirming key details with pilot.
Verified aircraft and passenger compliance with policies, regulations, and safety guidance.
Optimized seating arrangements based on changing circumstances and passenger makeup.
Improved passenger comfort by distributing pillows and other items and managing noise environment.
Checked on passengers regularly, verified compliance with safety requirements and identified assistance needs.
FBO CSR
Sound Aircraft Services
East Hampton, NY
03.2018 - 10.2018
Greets team members, customers, vendors, visitors and the general public and serves as company liaison in promoting a professional and positive company image per Duncan Aviation customer service standards
Initiates dialogue with our guests to understand and exceed their needs (i.e
Creating itineraries and arranging customer travel accommodations such as hotel, rental car, catering, restaurants, etc.)
Promotes FBO services and fuel supplier programs
Develops and maintains relationships with contacts at local hotels, rental car companies, catering providers, etc
Informs customers, prepares invoices and bills or receives payment for various company services (i.e
Fuel/oil sales, hangar rentals, minor maintenance work, parts, etc.)
Sorts, checks and verifies all invoices, created on respective shift, to ensure accuracy of invoices
Coordinates with Line Service team to ensure accuracy of fuel inventory and sales
Provides administrative support for the company, as requested, (i.e
Sorting and organizing filing materials, collating and inserting materials for bulk mailings, relaying company announcements, creating spreadsheets, updating Customer Database, etc.)
Assists Accounting department by accurately balancing cash drawer at the beginning and end of each shift, and notifying supervisor of any discrepancies, dispersing cash and credit cards, handling expense reports, etc
Provides company switchboard and administrative support and responds and/or directs radio, UNICOM, etc
To appropriate company team members via routing calls, the company's paging system, radios, monitoring flight-tracking system and announcing arriving customers, etc
Provides transportation for customers as necessary
Monitors the company security systems including receiving security-related paperwork and creating security access rights, responding to security/fire alarms and troubles, monitoring vehicles and team members entering through secured gates and doors, issuing keys, etc
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
Administrative Assistant
Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Luxury Real Estate Brokerage
Bridgehampton, NY
02.2015 - 11.2017
Oversee all aspects of seller’s transactions from initial contact to executed purchase agreement
Prepare all listing materials: pre-listing presentation, Listing Agreement, seller's’ disclosures, comparative market analysis, pull online property profile, research old multiple listing service (MLS) listings and etc
Consult and coordinate with sellers all property photos, staging, repairs, cleaning, signage, lockbox, access requirements & marketing activities
Obtain all necessary signatures on listing agreement, disclosures and other necessary documentation
Coordinate showings and obtain feedback
Provide proactive weekly feedback to sellers regarding all showings and marketing activities
Coordinate all public open houses and broker open houses
Input all listing information into MLS and marketing websites and update as needed
Submit all necessary documentation to the office broker for file compliance
Input all necessary information into client database and transaction management systems
Run and execute day-to-day activities of a real estate business unit
Answer and respond to customer inquiries and needs
Handle and process customer needs and requirements relating to real estate deals
Interact with clients, owners, tenants and lessees and handle their requests and needs
Assist and support real estate attorneys in handling litigation cases
Prepare drafts, agreements, leases and other related documents
Assist and support administrative staff in processing customer requests
Interact, plan and schedule meetings and conferences between tenants, owners, communities, project developers and
Attorney’s
Maintain and manage all databases relating the real estate functions and activities
Ensure compliance of all laws, local, state and federal laws relating to real estate transactions.
Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
Ability to work independently and in conjunction with Estate Property Managers confidentially in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness; strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
Responsible for weekly payroll
Verify that transactions comply with financial policy and procedures
Prepare batches of invoices for data entry
Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment through Dynamics system
Sort and distribute incoming mail
Process 3 way P.O
Matching invoice up to 50 plus line items
Prioritize invoices according to statement terms
Audit and process credit card bills through PaymentNet system
Respond to all vendor inquiries
Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
Assist in month end closing
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
Assist with other special projects as needed.
Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Oversaw office accounting functions such as AP/AR and payroll to keep finances accurate and current.
Contributed to producing and interpreting improved finance related methods to establish consistency with accounts payable prerequisites.
Stored office and client records on secured server to prevent data losses, conducting regular backups.
Reconciled bank accounts to verify accuracy of cash records.
Assisted manager in formulating year-end financial reports to determine financial performance of companies.
Evaluated financial records to detect errors and discrepancies.
Human Resources Assistant
Peconic Bay Medical Center
Riverhead, New York
10.2008 - 06.2016
Responsible for contributing to the accomplishment of Human Resources practices and objectives that provides an employee oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce
Assisted Vice President in full scope of Human Resources: Generalist and Specialist duties in provision of special projects
With development and maintenance of employee handbook, ensuring consistency and compliance with Human Resources
Policy and procedures
Assisted Employment Manager with on - going recruitment, by coordinating job posting according to union, internally and on website, reviewing resumes, and reference check
Process newly appoint individuals through paperwork, run background checks, reference checks and clear new employees through the hiring process in a time sensitive manner
Setting up and keeping employee files up - to - date by JHACO standards
Assisted VP in preparation of grievances and arbitrations
Assisted Benefits Compensation Manager with administration including claim resolution, change reporting, and communicating benefit information to all employees
Receive and prepare applications for distribution to all departments
Prepare employee status change for Vice President and H.R Director’s approval
Maintain paperwork needed for hospital wide orientation as well as forms necessary for processing new hires
Responsible for analyzing, maintaining and logging annual, probationary, compliance evaluations using JHACO standards
Maintain professional office atmosphere during high volume time.
Education
Regents - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Westhampton Beach High School
Westhampton Beach, NY
09.2000 - 06.2002
Skills
75 WPM typing speed
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Student Pilot Certificate, FTN: C1429598
Student Pilots License (SPL) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as certified proof that I have met the eligibility requirements and passed all testing to become a student pilot, allowing me to fly with a certified flight instructor (CFI) as I work to earn my private pilot's license.