NORMAN CLARK
Miami,FL
Summary
HUMAN RESOURCES | PROGRAM MANAGEMENT | ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Human Resources Professional with a focus on recruitment and a deep understanding of compensation and benefits. Proven track record in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding talent across diverse sectors. Expertise in aligning compensation packages with market standards to attract and retain top talent. Demonstrated ability to manage HRIS, ensure compliance with employment regulations, and enhance organizational effectiveness through strategic HR initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Safety Recruiter/Coordinator
City of Coral Gables
03.2024 - Current
- Responsible for full-cycle recruitment for all public safety positions including Police Officers, Firefighters, and general employees within the Police and Fire Departments
- Prepare and coordinate recruitment materials, communicate with candidates, and assist applicants regarding employment opportunities
- Maintain relationships with educational and technical institutions to ensure a pipeline of qualified applicants
- Screen employment applications, conduct preliminary interviews, and coordinate and participate in several panel interviews
- Administer and score selection tests, and manage the scheduling of polygraphs, suitability profiles, and medical examinations
- Conduct reference checks and prepare conditional and final job offer letters
- Managed onboarding processes, including scheduling benefits and conducting presentations on all benefits
- Entered candidate information into our HRIS and managed data accuracy
- Handled I-9 verification and E-Verify procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Personnel Specialist (Recruiter)
City of Coral Gables
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Assisted in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing candidates, interviewing, and onboarding new hires
- Maintained compliance with employment laws and assisted hiring managers through the recruitment process
- Coordinated the testing and selection process for Public Works, IT, Community Recreation, and other city positions
- Conducted reference checks, scheduled medical examinations, and prepared job offer letters.
Human Resources Assistant
City of Coral Gables
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided valuable support in managing the performance evaluation process and ensuring accurate updates in HRIS
- Maintained compliance and precision in employee tax documentation, streamlining payroll procedures
- Assisted in the distribution of separation packets and tracking employee compensation changes
- Managed retirement plan data and maintained meticulous records to ensure efficient administration of benefits.
Human Resources Officer
United States Army
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Aligned compensation packages to market standards to attract highly qualified applicants
- Oversaw promotions, position changes, and administrative paperwork
- Coordinated employee placements and managed administrative processes to maintain appropriate staffing levels
- Facilitated effective communication between managers and employees, enhancing team workflows and satisfaction.
Platoon Leader
United States Army
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections, and physical fitness tests
- Managed sensitive equipment and resources, maintaining 100% accountability
- Trained, supervised, and supported military personnel, ensuring health status, welfare, and readiness.
Logistics Specialist
Florida National Guard
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Divided and categorized cargo, maintained comprehensive stock lists, and executed work orders
- Created dispatch schedules and ensured seamless operational support.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Florida International University
01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Military Science
Florida Atlantic University
01.2019
Skills
- Full-Cycle Recruitment
- Talent Acquisition Strategies
- Compensation and Benefits Management
- HRIS Management and Optimization
- Training and Onboarding
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Employment Law Compliance
- Performance Management
- Employee Engagement and Retention
- Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams)
- Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
- DocuSign
- E-Verify
- Adobe PDF
- Zoom
- Background Checks
- Candidate Sourcing
- Recruitment
Operatingsystems
- Mac
- Microsoft Windows
Timeline
Public Safety Recruiter/Coordinator
City of Coral Gables
03.2024 - Current
Personnel Specialist (Recruiter)
City of Coral Gables
01.2024 - 03.2024
Human Resources Assistant
City of Coral Gables
01.2023 - 12.2023
Human Resources Officer
United States Army
01.2021 - 01.2022
Platoon Leader
United States Army
01.2019 - 01.2020
Logistics Specialist
Florida National Guard
01.2015 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Military Science
Florida Atlantic University
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