Sales Human Resources

Lora R. Smith

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614-***-**** 4745 Tuttles Woods Dr. Dublin, OH

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OBJECTIVE

To pursue a new opportunity by obtaining a challenging position in

the field of Human Resources where my education, experience, leadership and

determination will contribute to the success of your organization.

EDUCATION

2010-present Keller Graduate School of

Management/DeVry University Columbus, OH

M.B.A./Concentration in Human Resources

In Process

Certification in Human Resources - on track toward completion in December

2010

1999-2004 The Ohio State

University Columbus, OH

B.S. Human Ecology

Fashion and Interiors Merchandising/Textiles and Clothing

SKILL SETS

-Excellent written and verbal communication

-Exceptional time management skills

-Detail oriented with attention to planning and organization

-Strategic thinker, active listener and team player

-Proficient with computer information systems

(Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook and PeopleSoft)

WORK EXPERIENCE

November 2007- February 2009 iforce Staffing &

Recruiting Dublin, OH

Branch Supervisor/Recruiter

-Maintained employee files in the company database system

-Managed an office of 2 Staffing Specialists, ensured all office policies

and procedures were followed and all tasks were completed properly and

efficiently

-Performed all recruiting, hiring and terminating procedures of employees,

maintained all leave, vacation/sick time records, payroll, employee

relations, benefits administration, offer letters, job postings,

performance reviews, employee applications and orientation processes, etc.

-Responsible for recruiting and staffing; on average, placed 15-20

qualified associates per week for positions matching their interests and

skills

-Provided necessary HR support services to clients and employees

-Scheduled and conducted meetings with current and potential clients

regarding HR services provided and needed

-Provided support to headquarters regarding employee benefits as well as

Workers Compensation and Unemployment

-Completed payroll for 200+ employees while ensuring check delivery to the

appropriate office location

-Coordinated employment and I9 verifications, reference checks and

background screenings on all potential associates seeking employment

through our company

-Generated reports pertaining to the sales, gross profit, billing hours,

etc. of our branch as well as utilizing them in the appropriate manner to

increase office profit and productivity

November 2003 - September 2007 Pier 1

Imports Dublin, OH

Assistant Manager

-Responsible for the execution of daily operations of a $1.5 million dollar

home interiors store

-Assisted over 20 employees in all activities which produced sales,

promoted customer satisfaction and led the team in meeting all store target

sales expectations and standards

-Coordinated and executed all recruiting and hiring for 2 years, conducting

interviews, scheduling, new hire paperwork, discussing benefits

information, training of all new associates, administered vacation/sick

leave records, payroll, employee relations, performance reviews (monthly,

quarterly, annually), employee applications, orientations, etc.

-Independently coordinated and performed activities involving:

* Supervision and training of store associates

* Sales and service

* Merchandise management

* Visual merchandising

* Administration and store maintenance

* Asset protection

-In charge of coaching employees toward the successful completion of target

sales goals

-Performed all daily administrative and sales tasks including:

* Register balancing and deposits

* Monthly audits

* Employee interviews and reviews

* Scheduling

* Payroll Processing of 20+ employees

*Utilizing PeopleSoft HR

-Provided assistance to 20+ employees using my knowledge, leadership and

communication skills

-References available upon request-

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