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SUMMARY

Results oriented Human Resources Professional with over seven years of success in driving new initiatives

in the Human Resources, Recruiting, and Office Administration arena. Proactive in aligning the human

resources agenda with the organization’s strategic and operational objectives. Adept at multi tasking

efficiently and assess organizational needs quickly; particularly successful in rapidly changing

environments. Additional strengths in being creative, resourceful and communicate effectively and

professionally with people at all levels.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Data Robotics, Inc, Santa Clara, CA 09/09 Present

Human Resources Manager

• Lead all human resource activities to include the development and implementation of policies,

procedures and programs related to the employee relations function and benefits.

• Redesigned and implemented multiple HR policies and processes including the development and

implementation of hiring, contingent worker and New Employee Orientation processes.

• Developed and implemented recruiting strategies for company’s critical hiring requirements

ensuring successful completion of business objectives.

• Provided advice, assistance and follow up on company policies, procedures, and programs,

including proper and consistent communication.

• Investigated and resolve discrimination, hostile environment and harassment complaints

Rearden Commerce, Foster City, CA 01/05 – 12/08

Human Resources Manager

Played a key role in establishing the Human Resources Department and the integration of recruiting best

practices for a fast paced e commerce start up during a critical period of growth. Started with

the company at 80 employees and helped the company scale aggressively to 420 employees in two years.

Managed the overall provision of the human resources function including recruitment and retention,

employee relations, organizational design, performance management, training and development, benefits

management, enforcement of policies and procedures, and on boarding / terminations.

Key achievements include:

• Partnered with the executive team and managers to help evaluate, establish and execute strategic

and tactical human capital plans to meet/exceed business goals.

• Fostered a teamwork/open door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the

organization. Personal efforts were cited as the driving force behind establishing the HR

department.

• Refined and managed Recruiting, On Boarding and Termination work flow/process to exceed

recruitment goals and increase productivity.

• Trained 25 member management team on interviewing techniques and best practices, conducting

workshops and one on one coaching sessions that contributed to sound hiring decisions.

• Introduced company's first Compensation, Benefits, and Performance Review programs by

providing critical partnerships for the overall design, implementation and administration.

• Co developed company’s first ever HRIS and Management Training Series.

• Instituted and managed Leave of Absence and Sabbatical policies and procedures.

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1856 Sequoia Drive, #7 Burlingame, CA 94010 415-***-**** abku04@r.postjobfree.com

• Initiated and partnered with the Director of Recruiting and immigration lawyers on the

development of an Immigration Policy.

• Managed immigration/visa requirements such as H1 B, F 1, TN, and PERM.

• Devised creative and cost effective incentive and morale boosting events (employee birthday

celebrations, monthly themed happy hours, and holiday parties) that increased employee

satisfaction and productivity.

Aliph / Jawbone, San Francisco, CA 8/00 01/05

Operations Manager

Diligently balanced the role of Human Resources Generalist and Office Manager for a start up noise

suppression software / headset company by implementing new processes and procedures in the following

operations:

o Human Resources:

• Responsible for identifying, developing and executing recruiting strategies

• Provided full cycle recruiting, including: generating job postings, pre screening candidates,

reference checking, scheduling interviews, and assisted with work visas and immigration petitions

• Fulfilled a broad range of HR functions, including new hire on boarding and exit interviews;

designed and conducted employee performance survey; consulted employees in policies,

procedures, benefits, and problem resolution; administered benefits; managed HR records,

implemented new employee benefits and wrote employee handbook; and enhanced employee

morale.

• Evaluated & negotiated benefits and reduced benefits costs by 15% annually

• Ensured that company was compliant with state and federal regulations

o Office Management:

• Managed all aspects of Office Administration & Facilities including: instituted organization

systems & interoffice forms; provided direct support to the Chief Executive Officer and Vice

President; coordinated logistics for conferences and meetings; selected and managed vendors &

service providers; cost effectively purchased necessary office supplies & equipment; and

professionally handled incoming telephone calls & daily couriers.

• Monitored company Intellectual Property Patent procedures

• Facilitated office redesign and various moves.

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Accounting:

• Maintained accounting processes and procedures by: implemented QuickBooks Pro accounting

software; administered bi monthly payroll; generated bank & expenditures reconciliation reports

monthly; managed Accounts Payable and General Ledgers; and prepared personal expense

reports, purchase orders, & estimates.

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RGA Consulting, Inc., San Francisco, CA 11/99 – 8/00

Technical Recruiter

• Effectively established partnerships with all levels of consultant technical engineers and hiring

managers.

• Generated new business through sourcing strategies, marketing, advertising and continually

exploring upcoming technology.

• Involved in the full life cycle of the recruiting process that include: locating candidates via

internet, employee referrals, and networking tactics; screen and qualify potential candidates;

reference check; schedule interviews with candidates and hiring mangers; gather feedback from

interviewers; and follow up on the closing of the contract with candidates.

Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA 9/98 – 11/99

Sales Assistant

• Supported the Director of Sales and Sales Managers by coordinating and managing guest room

blocks for contracted convention groups; drafting convention and guest room contracts; typing

proposals and correspondences; interacted with clients within Hyatt Hotels' standards of

performance guidelines and maintaining this conduct throughout customer interaction in person

and via telephone conversation.

• Upheld the role of Executive Assistant and Sales Assistant during a transitional turnover period by

overseeing other Sales Assistant employees; provided administrative support to Hotel General

Manager; scheduling interoffice events and research & purchase necessary office

supplies/equipment.

EDUCATION

University of California, Santa Cruz 9/94 6/98

BA, Sociology

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