Committed and highly motivated with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations. Team oriented, reliable, excellent time management skills and the ability to work a strong drive to succeed.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Coordinator – Contractor for Dept of Corrections
Aramark Correctional Services
Indianapolis
01.2022 - Current
Ensure that all staff within the correctional facilities are registered and fully trained for their position
Ensure that Aramark staff within the department of corrections have full access to the network and are able to clock in and out for their shift
Responsible for termination of Aramark staff within the network and ensuring that their access to the facility is no longer granted
Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
Participated in investigations into alleged violations of company policies or procedures concerning safety and security matters.
Coordinated with law enforcement officials to investigate criminal activity on the premises.
Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
Work with local and state authorities if needed when a Aramark staff member needs to be blocked from being hired from all locations either locally or entire state
Senior Administrative Assistant –Central Region Team
Aramark Correctional Services
Indianapolis
11.2016 - Current
Assist Regional VP and Operational VP
Travel arrangements - set-up and manage all aspects
Schedule and set-up meetings from start to finish: State and Regional level
Manage Executive calendars
Manage executive email as needed
Oversee reports: weekly and monthly reports to IDOC
Schedule appointments: internally and externally
Process expense reports; allocate and itemize accordingly
Create / modify spreadsheets and/or reports
Coordinate interviews and help set-up and process new hire information accordingly
Maintain training records for personnel
Assist with HR duties such as new hire orientations, disciplinary write-ups & employee improvement plans
Coordinate Regional Monthly Safety Call
Coordinate travel arrangements for Aramark and Non-Aramark Staff on a regular basis
Coordinate & send out Weekly & Monthly schedules for Central Region Managers
Coordinate / Facilitate Employee luncheons, dinners, quarterly & annual meetings for Region
Payroll – monitor & process VAC & PTO for all Central Region Staff; Approve Payroll
Provides monthly and weekly staffing reports to the IN Department of Corrections
Served as the Communications Delegate for our Region’s STAR TEAM (Philanthropic organization)
Set-up & coordinated volunteer opportunities for local projects throughout the year
Coordinated and purchased clothing and other items for Aramark Families in need during the Holidays
Help with set-up & coordination of Job fairs throughout Indiana
Maintain & Order office supplies
Participate in Staff Development activities
Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features.
Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
Organizational Business Consultant
Self Employed
06.2012 - 08.2016
Evaluate organization’s current insurance carrier contract(s) and if applicable, assist with renegotiation of contract(s) or proposal for new carrier(s)
Provide strategies to increase employee satisfaction through various approaches such as, monthly/quarterly/annual employee bonus programs and other tax-free options for employers to utilize
Focus on both the employee’s work environment and the company’s performance as a whole
Work closely with company management to solve common business related issues through reorganization
Interview current and potential employees
Analyze data, position requirements, and interview responses
Make recommendations on how to increase productivity
Compensation Planning
Coordinates and/or conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.
HR Director
Caring Hands Health and Rehab (TLC Management, Inc.)
Peru
03.2010 - 05.2012
Process Payroll and verify any supporting documentation to correct discrepancies in a timely manner
Process special payroll requests: Vacation pay-outs, Perfect attendance, Power Hours (Bonus NW hours), Tuition reimbursement
Monitor and maintain sick/vacation time balances in ADP
Distributing bi-weekly paychecks to all department employees
Investigate and resolve employee relations in various situations
Use automated applicant tracking system (ATS) and internet resume sourcing
Process, screen, and maintain employment applications from new applicants, according to corporate record retention guidelines (e.g
Completeness, accuracy)
Properly suspend or terminate employee(s) for any company policy violation that warrants disciplinary action
Schedule interviews, perform reference checks, and hire new staff as needed for various departments
Conduct new employee general orientation for all new hires
Verify work eligibility for and license(s)/certifications for new applicants and/or hires
Process new hire background check requirements
Set up and process new hire physical, drug screen and TB requirements
Properly process and file new hire paperwork
Assist new and current employees with understanding and/or changing their benefits information or status
Coordinate FMLA applications with employee’s and departmental managers
Coordinate worker’s comp claims reporting and procedures
Represent the facility during unemployment hearings and if necessary, appeal the final decision
Maintaining OSHA 300 logs
Ensure that any updates to the employee handbook are distributed
Strategic planning team member
Participate in management team meetings
Weekend manager duties
Process all Accounts Payable invoices within corporate prescribed deadlines.
HR Recruiter/Wellness Committee President
Children’s Home Association of Illinois
Peoria
06.2008 - 10.2009
Carry out the recruitment process to attract qualified candidates
Provide initial screening of job applicants
Schedule and provide new employee orientation
Utilize social media, job boards and more traditional recruiting methods to identify hard to find candidates
Facilitate internship opportunities
Attend job fairs
Report new hires to the Illinois Department of Employment Security
Manage promotions, transfers, terminations and other staff changes
Train supervisors in hiring procedures
Encouraged employee feedback
Developed wellness program; maintained required paperwork for insurance, verification of goals met, planned goals & came up with strategic plans for each employee seeking assistance
Maintain confidentiality of applicant, employee and agency information
Employee benefits administration
Payroll processing
Complied with and enforced company policies and procedures
Sales and marketing skills.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Management, Minor in HR Management
Ashford University
Clinton, IA
04-2009
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
06-2007
Skills
Reliability
Staff Management
Work Ethic
Complex Problem-Solving
Human Resources Management
Employee Relations
Benefits Administration
People-Oriented
Microsoft Office Suite Expert
Benefits Programs
HR Policies and Procedures Expertise
New Employee Orientations
Exit Interviews
Payroll Coordination
Payroll Processing
Maintains Confidentiality
Payroll and Benefits Administration
Background Checks
Verbal and Written Communication
Relationship Building and Management
Payroll Administration
Event Coordination
Schedule Oversight
Payroll Preparation and Processing
Expense Reports
Administrative Tasks
Termination Procedures
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Security Coordinator – Contractor for Dept of Corrections
Aramark Correctional Services
01.2022 - Current
Senior Administrative Assistant –Central Region Team
Aramark Correctional Services
11.2016 - Current
Organizational Business Consultant
Self Employed
06.2012 - 08.2016
HR Director
Caring Hands Health and Rehab (TLC Management, Inc.)
03.2010 - 05.2012
HR Recruiter/Wellness Committee President
Children’s Home Association of Illinois
06.2008 - 10.2009
Master of Science - Organizational Management, Minor in HR Management
Ashford University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management