Human Resources Manager

Alfred L. Jenkins

**** ******* *****, ******** ** 31907

*************@***.***, ***********@*****.***, Residence: 706-***-****

Objective

To obtain a position where I can utilize 17 years of HR experience to Plan and direct the activities of an organization to maximize the strategic use of human resources and maintain functions such as employee compensation, recruitment, human resources policies, and regulatory compliance.

Education

Human Resource Certification Institute, SHRM, Alexandria VA

Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

Troy University, Troy, AL

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Human Resource Management

Troy University, Troy, AL

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.), Resource and Technology Management

Chattahoochee Valley State Community College, Phenix City AL

Associate of Science (A.S.) General Business

Southern Union State Community College, Opelika AL

Diploma (Dipl.), Emergency Medical Services

Professional Experience

Lowe’s Home Centers, Inc., Savannah, GA 08/2008-07/2010

Human Resources Manager, Human Resources

Directed employee programs to promote employee communications, optimize organizational effectiveness, and increase employee satisfaction. Administered HR and company policies to effectively manage employee relations and achieve business goals.

Implemented strategic HR initiatives to drive business results. Managed organizational leadership training and employee development.Managed leadership and diversity development programs. Coached managers on talent acquisition, development, and succession planning. Monitored performance management programs.

Counseled employees on career planning, work / life balance, and related issues.

Administered employee compensation and benefits programs and maintain employee records. Supported management team in resource planning, recruitment, and selection.

Assured compliance with all governmental regulations such as EEOC and Affirmative Action programs.

Tallahassee Developmental Center, Tallahassee FL 08/2007-08/2008

Human Resource and Staff Development Director, Human Resources

Acted as an employee advocate to lead change for the enterprise. Implemented strategic initiatives, Played a critical part in an employee relations role through one-on-one counseling and employee advocacy. Provided consulting and coaching to all employees on HR policies, practices, and programs, including diversity, with an emphasis on interactions with executives and managers. Ensured that all employee concerns were appropriately represented in all business strategies. Benchmarked and leveraged activities. Frequently acted as a resource manager regarding developmental activities, and the evaluation of training effectiveness. Provided coaching to leaders to increase their understanding of the impact of change. Designed and implemented change management plans to accomplish effective business outcomes.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of GA, Columbus GA 08/2002-08/2007

Sr. Human Resources Generalist, Human Resources

Interviewed applicants for all vacancies including managerial positions. Screened applicants. Coordinated interview process; including reference checking, applicant testing, and offer letters. developed strategies to support the sourcing of applicants. Developed staffing plans in conjunction with management. Prepared affirmative action and EEO reports, and designed training activities. Wrote and designed training media and evaluation instruments, including presentation, facilitation, and coaching. Evaluated training processes (internal and external). prepared analyses on an annual basis, or as needed, to determine the competitiveness of the company's compensation levels. Prepared position descriptions. Conducted job evaluations and coordinated approval process. Monitored performance management systems for compliance with company policy and prepared reports to identify rating distributions. Counseled employees on benefit plan options and employee eligibility. Assisted in the preparation of benefit plan communication. Maintained benefit records. Processed personnel actions into the HRIS system.

Assisted in HRIS design and system development and enhancements.

Prepared and supervised preparation of complex statistical reports and summaries.

U.S. Department of Defense, Ft. Benning GA 09/1998-08/2002

Human Resource/Employee Relations Manager, Human Resources Civil Service

Selected and recruited qualified individuals for employment. Planned and conducted new employee orientation. Coordinated and tracked promotions, terminations/turnover, and employee benefits. Conducted pertinent inquiries on grievances, complaints, and proposed adverse actions. Served as impartial investigator of employee complaints on managerial or company policies, working conditions and provided counseling to employees on policies, procedures, entitlements and legal issues (garnishment, lawsuits.). Performed exit interviews, maintained documentation of action taken on the company to prevent legal action on the part of separated employees.

Charbroil Manufacturing Inc., Columbus, GA 09/1993-03/1998

Talent Acquisition Supervisor, HR Talent Acquisition

Reviewed applications for Managerial employment. Interviewed Prospective applicants, performed compensation reviews/recommendations. Mined internet sites for Executive and Managerial candidates for employment. Performed testing and assessments to ensure applicants possessed the appropriate skills to perform the essential functions of the position.

Conducted wage surveys to determine competitive wage rates. Supervised team of talent acquisition consultants and directed interview process. Performed Employee orientation for new hires and addressed any initial employment questions.

Professional Skills

In-depth knowledge of federal and State applicable Laws. Extremely hands on and well organized. Ensures Company values. Expert Analysis and Problem Solving skills. Exceptional Initiative and follow through skills. Partnership and teamwork skills. Expert Knowledge of functional HR specialties. Passion for Continuous Improvement. Possess Influencing and Negotiating skills and Conflict Resolution skills. Generious Presentation skills, exceptional Project management skills, excellent time management skills, excellent written/oral communication skills. Extremely detail oriented, excellent follow-through skills.

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