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Lisa Purucker

San Jose

Summary

A self-motivated, resourceful, and positive team player who is able to adapt in a high-pace environment. Committed to ensuring customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and unmatched support. Has previous experience in helping employees choose health insurance and 401(k) benefits.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Generalist

Goodwill of the Great Plains
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Primarily managed all employment ads for 22 stores in 4 states: IA, SD, NE, and MN.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates for store and regional managers.
  • Participated in fact-finding interviews for unemployment claims.
  • Prepared weekly, monthly and quarterly reports for the HR Dept, Mission Services Dept, and CEO.


Secretary

Western Iowa Tech Community College
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • First point of contact on general questions for students and faculty in the Health Science program.
  • Responsible for transcribing meeting minutes for bi-annual advisory board meetings and monthly Nursing Department meetings.
  • Inputted credit and non-credit classes for the Health/ Science Dept into Colleague, a database system.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.

HR Specialist

MercyOne Siouxland
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Managed the HR front desk and answered employee questions in person and by phone.
  • Assisted the Talent Acquisition Team with new employee orientation which occurred twice a month.
  • Entered new employees and updated all employees' licenses and certifications in Workday.
  • Created name badges for all employees and issued access points in the hospital.

HR Generalist

Lunchtime Solutions
08.2017 - 09.2020
  • First point of contact on general HR questions for employees.
  • Responsible for the employee life cycle from pre-hire background checks to new hires and termination.
  • Handled the company's benefits plan including 401(k) and health insurance.
  • Also administered all Workers' compensation claims.


Catering Coordinator

Centerplate
01.2017 - 08.2017
  • Created Banquet Event Orders for events as small as 20 people to over 1000 people.
  • Worked directly with the sales manager, operations manager, catering manager, beverage manager, and executive chef to execute events effectively.
  • Communicated with clients through the entire event process.
  • Helped set up and tear down events in small meeting rooms to large conference rooms.
  • Coordinated weddings and social events.

Office Coordinator and Human Resources Assistant

Cubby Care Campus Preschool and Childcare Center
02.2014 - 02.2017
  • Managed the front desk and assisted parents and staff at the center.
  • Maintained and facilitated new hire communications and correspondence with the State of Nebraska.
  • Updated and managed current and new employee information and training requirements.
  • Conducted tours for new parents who were interested in registering their children for daycare and/or preschool.

Office Manager/Agency Services Coordinator

Blue Earth Marketing
08.2009 - 11.2013
  • First point of contact for clients and staff.
  • Researched information and data for client projects.
  • Built cooperative, working relationships between staff and management personnel to facilitate project completions on time, within budget and according to requirements.
  • Ordered promotional items for local businesses and subsidiaries of Ho-Chunk, Inc.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Studies - Emphasis on Human Relations

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2017

Associate of Arts Degree - undefined

Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA
05.2015

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Follow-up skills
  • Creative problem solving
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Customer service
  • Active listening
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Phone etiquette
  • Data entry
  • Time management

Timeline

HR Generalist

Goodwill of the Great Plains
09.2023 - 08.2024

Secretary

Western Iowa Tech Community College
09.2022 - 09.2023

HR Specialist

MercyOne Siouxland
09.2020 - 04.2021

HR Generalist

Lunchtime Solutions
08.2017 - 09.2020

Catering Coordinator

Centerplate
01.2017 - 08.2017

Office Coordinator and Human Resources Assistant

Cubby Care Campus Preschool and Childcare Center
02.2014 - 02.2017

Office Manager/Agency Services Coordinator

Blue Earth Marketing
08.2009 - 11.2013

Associate of Arts Degree - undefined

Western Iowa Tech Community College

Bachelor of Applied Studies - Emphasis on Human Relations

University of Iowa