Barbara Holthaus, MSHRL
HR Specialist at G*S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc.
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Summary
When I think of HR I think of the following statement which I believe is well put:
“The best HR people are kind of a hybrid: one part pastor, who hears all sins and complaints without
recrimination, and one part parent, who loves and nurtures but gives it to you fast and straight when you’re off
track…
…The best (HR people) have stature beyond their rank and title. They know the business it’s every detail.
They understand the tensions between marketing and manufacturing, or between two executives who once went
after the same job. They see the hidden hierarchy in people’s minds the invisible organizational chart of
political connections that exists in every company. They know the players and the history.
Along with stature, pastor parent types have got integrity oozing out of them. That integrity comes from
unrelenting candor and trustworthiness…”
- Jack Welch, former Chairman and CEO of General Electric, from the book Winning by Jack and Suzy
Welch
Experience
HR Specialist at G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc.
July 2008 - August 2013 (5 years 2 months)
Recruiting, applicant flow, the hiring/termination process, personnel records, benefits compensation
administration. Workers’ Compensation, FMLA, state licensing, unemployment claims, and AAP. Handling
ECH complaints concerning discrimination, sexual harassment, and workplace harassment and providing
investigative assistance. Backup Trainer for classes security related and AHA for new hires/incumbents
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Online Web Access Outlook, Labor Scheduling, ADP,
People Soft, Lotus Notes, Talentlink
Microsoft Word 2007, Excel, PowerPoint,
Previous Job: Area Supervisor & Trainer- Conduct daily site inspections on officers throughout the State of
Kentucky and Indiana. Ensures comprehensive training of staff and employee compliance to organization's
policies and practices. Develops, implements, and administers methods and procedures for monitoring work
activities of staff in order to inform management of current status or work activities. Prepares written daily
reports, weekly schedules, and daily coverage’s. Work various shifts, Sustain self supervision. Reports to the
Operation Manager of Local Office
Clerical Corrections Officer at Tennessee Department of Corrections (TDOC)
January 2000 - January 2005 (5 years 1 month)
Supervision of different level offenders
Security and Safety of staff / offenders
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Clerical duties consisting of multi phone lines, offender request, educational files, requesting information on
offenders, and scheduling offenders for assignments
Payroll entry for offenders daily
Supply orders weekly, Procurements
Firearm qualification .38 caliber, shot gun 12 gauge, mini 14 rifle
First aid and CPR certified,Self defense,State computer skills TOMIS
Custom Protection Officer / SGT at Wackenhut
January 1998 - January 1999 (1 year 1 month)
Transferred from Louisiana Allen Correctional State prison to Custom Protection Officer for Wackenhut,
Supervision of a Outlet mall
Supervision of different level offenders
Security and Safety of staff / offenders
Hospital Trip Officer
Directed traffic, Police reports such as theft, robbery, accident and incident on property, Foot/Bike patrol,
Trained temporary officers for seasonal use on traffic
Respond to theft/robbery calls with all major department stores
Weapons qualification .357 caliber, shotgun 12 gauge, M-14 Rifle
Self Defense, First aid and CPR certified
Honors and Awards
Cum Laude
Sullivan University
December 2012
Veterans Employer Award in the Gulf Coast Workforce Solutions Area
Tom Pauken
August 2012
G4S Secure Solutions are devoted to supply high quality security services in the security industry. Senior
Human Resource personnel Barbara Holthaus say they have always made hiring veterans primary to their
labor force. The Texas Veterans Leadership Program has built an exceptional partnership with G4S Secure
Solutions for now and future employment of our Veterans. G4S Secure Solutions has worked assiduously in
obtaining many certifications for veterans. They are fervent about training and spend time with veterans so
that both the company and the veterans obtain excellent results. G4S Secure Solutions has been in partnership
with the Workforce Solutions Centers and the Texas Workforce Commission for many years by holding
hiring events in various centers which are geared to hiring veterans.
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Education
Sullivan University
Masters, Human Resource Leadership, 2010 - 2012
Activities and Societies: Sullivan University Alumni
Sullivan University
BS, Human Resource Leadership, 2007 - 2010
Oakdale Technical College
Diploma, Security Corrections, 1997 - 1998
Certifications
OSHA General Industry Safety and Health
OSHA License 26-701****** August 2011
Heartsaver Instructor
American Heart Association October 2008 to October 2014
Skills & Expertise
Background Checks
Benefits Administration
HRIS
Employee Relations
Interviewing
Recruiting
Payroll Administration
Workers Compensation
FMLA
ERISA
Conflict Resolution
AHA Instructor
PeopleSoft
Lotus Notes
Microsoft Office
Team Building
Team Leadership
Training & Development
Payroll
Deferred Compensation
Human Resources
Management
New Hire Orientations
Employee Benefits
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Employee Training
Process Scheduler
Onboarding
ADP Payroll
Applicant Tracking Systems
Training
Hiring
Outlook
Interviews
Personnel Management
Workforce Planning
Labor Relations
College Recruiting
Job Fairs
Job Descriptions
Taleo
HR Policies
Succession Planning
Employee Engagement
Talent Management
Performance Appraisal
Temporary Staffing
Talent Acquisition
Affirmative Action
HR Consulting
EEOC
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Barbara Holthaus, MSHRL
HR Specialist at G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc.
*******.********@*******.***
Contact Barbara on LinkedIn
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