Kathleen A. Deguire

**** **** ****** **********, ** 12189

Cell 518-***-**** – Home 518-***-****

acs6sa@r.postjobfree.com

Human Resource Administration Associate Relations Facility Management

Professional Experience

HVHC Inc. San Antonio TX - Latham, New York

$400 Million National Managed Care Eye Care Co., with 35+ Million members and 30,000+ providers.

Subsidiary of Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

Human Resources Manager (2007-October 2015)

Report to VP, Talent Management, responsibilities included:

Consult directly with senior management to identify personnel needs, position specifications, qualifications and skills

Provide guidance and leadership to management team when integrating new positions into existing salary structures

Assist department managers in administering performance appraisal programs and other types of incentive programs for various associate classifications

Counsel and advise management to fairly, objectively, and consistently make decisions which support positive labor/management relationships

Develop recruitment programs to attract applicants to fill specific position openings

Develop and maintain network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates

Insure effective orientation and communication to new associates to foster a positive first impression of the company

Propose policies, procedures and practices for maintaining internal equity and compensation structures

Oversee performance appraisal programs and counsel management on proper completion, delivery and follow-up of expectations and goals

Work directly with shop stewards and union president for any disciplinary action with union members

Respond to any union grievance, informational request or request to arbitrate and assist with union contract negotiations

Respond to notification from state agency regarding unemployment claims and attend unemployment hearings as necessary

Monitor workers’ compensation claims and coordinate any paperwork, doctors’ appointments and investigations between associate and insurance carrier that are needed and attend hearings as necessary

Prepare management training materials on topics of; interviewing, hiring, performance reviews, safety, sexual harassment, State and Federal compliance

Update management on legal requirements and government regulations as it pertains to human resources and business operations

Communicate and administer various benefit plans

Implement and administer company policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations

Office Manager (2004-2007)

Report to Senior Vice President, responsibilities included:

Assisted in the relocation of 300+ staff including data center without interruption to business

General facility management including lease negotiations, space design and approval of facility expenses

Managed the bidding process and selection for all facility vendors including cleaners, painters, movers, furniture installation, vending, etc.

Developed and managed the purchase order system and purchase order department staff

Coordinated all purchases from Latham facility with accounting staff in corporate office

Responsible for all day-to-day functions of the front desk including two reception coordinators and back-up staff

Responsible for the payroll processing for staff

Managed all visitors or potential client visits for the facility, as well as community events with Davis Vision volunteers

Coordinated all facility events, onsite or at other locations such as; service awards, company picnic, grand opening, shining star awards, customer service week, etc.

Assistant to the CIO and Senior Vice President (1999-2004)

Report to CIO and Senior Vice President, responsibilities included:

Assisted Senior VP/CIO with daily administrative functions for Latham facility

Prepared documents and agenda for the Senior Executive Committee, special projects and client presentations

Maintained confidential and professional files

Coordinated events for client meetings, facility functions and community events

Tracked key performance indicators, purchase orders, timesheets, expense reports, AmEx bills and consultant contracts

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Whiteman Osterman & Hanna Law Firm Albany, NY

Human Resource Assistant (1997-1999)

Reported to the Human Resources Director, responsibilities included:

Assisted with the day-to-day function of the department

Created and update spreadsheets for annual increases, open enrollment, bonus and retirements plans

Interviewed, tested and reference checked all perspective applicants and conducted orientation sessions

Entered and transmitted payroll for 120 staff members on a bi-weekly basis

Maintained all confidential and professional files

TSI Employment Agency Albany, NY

Office Manager (1993-1997)

Reported to the Owner/President, responsibilities included:

Managed key client accounts

Managed payroll for over 200 temporary and permanent employees on a weekly basis

Responsible for all Human Resource functions of the office including development of the office policy and procedure manual

Responsible for the marketing of the business, including direct sales and marketing material development

EELeasco, Inc. Albany, NY

Executive Assistant to the President (1992-1993)

Reported directly to the President, responsibilities included:

Responsible for all administrative needs of the President

Corresponded with corporate clients and assembled quote information

Facilitated the development of company policy and procedure program

Managed personnel and executive confidential files

Walter Uccellini/United Group of Companies, Inc. Albany, NY

Executive Assistant (1986-1990)

Reported to the President of Development, responsibilities included:

Assist President, Controller and three Project Directors with proposal and financial packages

Supervised department secretarial staff

Worked directly with CEO on personnel department policies and procedures

Education

St. Joseph’s College Office of Continuing Education

Certificate: Professional Human Resources Management Program

Certificate: Designation Certification of Completion for Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)

Hudson Valley Community College- Certification in Word Processing and Typing

Watervliet High School- Regents Diploma

Professional License/Certifications

NYS Department of State

1988-Present

Notary Public

American Red Cross

2009-Present

Certificate Standard First Aid and AED

Community Involvement/Awards

City of Watervliet Ethics Board Member 2010 – Present

Watervliet High School Sports Hall of Fame Committee Member 2014 – Present

Davis Vision’s March of Dimes March for Babies Team Coordinator 2001 – 2014

Watervliet Youth Soccer Program Coach 2001 – 2008

References Available Upon Request

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