Responsible HR Assistant with strong knowledge of office administration and common human resources operations. Known for having a deep understanding of customer service, data entry and file management. Highly skilled in organization, time management and confidentiality.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Administrator/HR Coordinator
Andrews & Thornton Law Firm
Newport Beach, CA
09.2013 - Current
Discussed all employment aspects with prospective employees, including expected tasks, compensation and policies, to promote clarity from day one.
Reviewed job applications to identify, vet and recommend optimal candidates.
Collaborated with management to build and implement effective, modern employment policies.
Generated and updated complete and accurate employee files for a Law Firm with over 20 employees.
Maintained current understanding of state and federal policies such as EEO and ADA.
Addressed and resolved general payroll-related inquires.
Monitored and handled all employee claims, including performance-based and harassment incidents.
Edited job position announcements before authorizing a post.
Evaluated timecards for accuracy on the regular and overtime hours using ADP Payroll software.
Administrative Assistant
de Angelis Vocal Ensemble, Inc
San Juan Capistrano, CA
04.2012 - 09.2013
Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents, using word
processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.
Answer phone calls and direct calls to appropriate parties or take messages.
Conduct research, compile data, and prepare papers for consideration and presentation by
executives, committees and boards of directors.
Attend meetings to record minutes.
Managed ticket sales and tracking via website and at each concert or event.
Assistant Branch Manager
Schools First Federal Credit Union
Garden Grove, CA
07.2003 - 04.2012
Supervised team members directly, including selection, training, performance appraisal and work
allocation.
Responsible for scheduling staff.
Ensured daily responsibilities of staff are completed and proper procedures are followed.
Analyzed departmental needs and assists in reviewing operations to provide suggestions for
enhancements.
Helped establish, communicate and achieve the credit union's goals and standards, ensuring these
are fully communicated to and understood by all branch staff.
Attracted new Members through participation in school, community and business functions.
Conducts, coordinates and trains staff on school visitations and off-site presentation efforts.
Provided on-going coaching and counseling related to employee performance goals.
Ensured effective management through hiring, supervising and training of qualified personnel.
Provided consultative services to Members regarding credit union products and services and ensures
that team members are providing consultative services by assessing the Member's needs, addressing
their concerns and gaining agreement.
Acted as a resource for the platform/tellers on policies and procedures.
Assumed management responsibilities for the platform and/or teller area in the absence of the.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Costa Mesa, CA
Certificate in Human Resources Management - undefined
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
Skills
Staff recruiting and retention
Benefits and payroll coordination
Recordkeeping
Accounting and finance
Payroll processing
ADP
Payroll coordination
Office administration
Human resource laws knowledge
Accounts payable / accounts receivable
Background check conduction
Travel administration
Internal communications
Timeline
Office Administrator/HR Coordinator
Andrews & Thornton Law Firm
09.2013 - Current
Administrative Assistant
de Angelis Vocal Ensemble, Inc
04.2012 - 09.2013
Assistant Branch Manager
Schools First Federal Credit Union
07.2003 - 04.2012
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Certificate in Human Resources Management - undefined
Audit Manager at Grant Thornton New Zealand, a member firm of Grant Thornton InternationalAudit Manager at Grant Thornton New Zealand, a member firm of Grant Thornton International