Jennifer Stewart
Greenville,SC
Summary
Responsible HR Assistant with strong knowledge of office administration and common human resources operations. In-depth understanding of customer service, data entry and file management. Highly skilled in reviewing policies and suggesting actionable improvements aligned with industry best practices. Well-qualified Human Resource office Manager with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Focused professional with strong background in employee relations and payroll processing. Offers good organizational and communication skills and knowledgeable in applicable laws and regulations. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
Mosaic Color And Additives
01.2021 - Current
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
- Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
- Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
- Set up orientations and initial training for new employees.
- Processed documentation for employee actions such as new hires, grievance resolutions and terminations.
- Updated and maintained employee attendance records.
- Helped employees register for benefits programs using online portals.
- Checked references for potential candidates.
Detention Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
12.2015 - 01.2021
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of inmates.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with inmates to build rapport and trust.
- Provided counseling and guidance to inmates to boost wellbeing.
- Developed and implemented inmate rehabilitation and reintegration programs.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
Head Teacher
Geer Memorial Baptist
11.2003 - 01.2015
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Professional Photographer
Glamour Shots
05.2000 - 09.2006
- Provided excellent customer service and account regulation, strengthening client relations and boosting revenue.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Managed correspondence with clients, documented interactions and tracked data transfers with manual and automated strategies.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Developed long and short-term business needs while driving customer feedback for process improvements.
- Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range.
- Increased production rates by regulating workflow to meet consumer needs.
- Handled cameras operating at several thousand frames per second.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Leveraged mechanical mounting systems to improve focus and image stability.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
- Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
- Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
- Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.
Education
Photography
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SCCorrectional Officer -
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SCHigh School Diploma -
Pickens High School
Pickens, SC05.1999
Skills
- Human Resources Administration
- HR Policies
- Employee Relations
- Talent Management
- Word Processing
- Administrative Skills
- Office Administration
Timeline
Human Resources Assistant
Mosaic Color And Additives
01.2021 - Current
Detention Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
12.2015 - 01.2021
Head Teacher
Geer Memorial Baptist
11.2003 - 01.2015
Professional Photographer
Glamour Shots
05.2000 - 09.2006
Photography
Greenville Technical College
Correctional Officer -
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
High School Diploma -
Pickens High School
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