JACQUELINE BRYANT

**** ***** ******, *** *

OAK LAWN, IL 60453

December 20, 2013

Attention Recruiter: Regarding the Human Resources Position

Dear Sir/Madam:

As a skilled, detail-focused and qualified HR professional, I am interested

in the Human Resource position your company advertised. I have a BS in

Management and a Masters Degree in Human Resources Management.

My core strengths include clear communication skills, high aptitude for

learning, strong organization skills and the ability to lead cross-

discipline projects. I have expertise in all the HR disciplines, including

Recruitment and Selection, Employee Relations, and Risk Management Safety.

In addition, I am proficient in HR information systems and applicant

tracking systems. The areas that I excel in are listed below:

. Recruitment and Selection: Knowledge of recruitment and selection

plans using best practices to attract and retain candidates.

. Relationship Management: Provide excellent customer service to all

levels of staff, management and clients. Strong commitment to building

long-term and positive relationships to support the company's vision,

strategies and goals.

. Organizational Development: Evaluate company structure and business

strategies and create initiatives for change and improvement.

As a resourceful team player, I can tackle and solve complex training and

technical issues, and build consensus across all levels of staff,

management, clients and key decision-makers." I will bring great ethics

time management discipline, solid judgment and the ability to multi-task

and operate effectively, to your organization.

Since the enclosed resume only summarizes my background, I would love to

discuss the direct application of my training and experience with you,

pertaining to your organization's needs. Thank you in advance for your

consideration and I look forward to speaking with you soon.

Best Regards,

Jacqueline Bryant

JACQUELINE BRYANT

9405 South Kenton, Apt 2 . Oak Lawn, IL 60453 . Phone: 773-***-**** .

acbsr9@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a Human Resources position that will allow me to showcase my

current skills and achievements while actively broadening my knowledge

through a successful career with your Organization.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

A self motivated human resources professional with proven employee

relations skills and a broad knowledge of human resources practices.

Highly organized and detailed at providing administrative direction and

office operational strategies critical to organizational success, with

proven ability to thrive in busy environments with positive results.

Successfully partner with other departments to achieve human resources

objectives.

KEY SKILLS

Staff Recruitment & Retention Orientation & On-Boarding

Employee Relations HRIS Technologies

HR Policies & Procedures Training & Development

Benefits Administration Performance Management

HR Program/Project Management Organizational Development

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Human Resources Specialist (Contract) - Arlington Resources (Employment

Agency, Rolling Meadows, IL)

June 2012 - September 2012

. Partner with hiring managers to define position requirements and

selection of top candidates

. Evaluate employment factors such as job experience, education and

training, skills, knowledge and abilities and other data pertinent to

classification, selection, and referral of candidates

. Manage specific projects as determined by HR requirements and

participate in functional and cross functional initiatives

. Identify opportunities to improve HR practices, processes, and

systems, and assist in developing and implementing improvements

. Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations concerning

company employment practices

. Articulated corporate policies and procedures to employees seeking

clarification regarding payroll, disability, terminations, leaves of

absence, and COBRA coverage issues

. Regularly conducted the "benefits" portion of new-hire orientations.

In one-hour sessions, provided information to 50+ employees

Human Resources Specialist - Jane Addams Hull House Organization

July 2008 - January 2012

. Maintain job descriptions/orders and utilize multiple sources to

attract quality candidates

. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job duties,

responsibilities, staffing needs and business requirements

. Use progressive methods to review resumes and credentials for

appropriateness of skills, experience and knowledge in relation

to the position(s)

. Coordinate and conduct interviews, prepare hiring documentation and

present analysis of non-exempt and exempt applicant interviews to

hiring managers

. Works with HR Director to evaluate, approve, and process employee

separations;

. Administers Site and Departmental projects as assigned which may

include Employee Recognition Programs, newsletter, Employee Discount

Program such as fitness, banking programs and local restaurant

discounts

. Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations concerning

company employment practices.

. Interviews workers and discusses with personnel, human relations, and

work-related problems that adversely affect morale, health, and

productivity

. Evaluate and resolve human relations, labor relations, and work-

related problems, and meets with management to determine appropriate

action

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Bryant Resume

Office Manager/Executive Assistant - Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical

Center, Chicago, IL

October 2006 - August 2007

. Maintain job descriptions/orders and utilize multiple sources to

attract quality candidates

. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job duties,

responsibilities, staffing needs and business requirements

. Use progressive methods to review resumes and credentials for

appropriateness of skills, experience and knowledge in relation

to the position(s)

. Review and update policies for the hospital and assist in the budget

preparation

. Providing administrative support to Director of Performance

Improvement and Director of Critical Care

EDUCATION:

. Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL

. Masters in Human Resources Management

. Graduated: December 2012

. National Louis University, Chicago, IL

. Bachelor of Science in Business Management

. Graduated: December 2005

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Word,

Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher

. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Taleo HRIS Software Systems and Kronos and

Paylocity Payroll Programs

ASSOCIATION AFFILIATIONS:

. Member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)

. Member of Human Resources Management Association of Chicago (HRMAC)

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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