Human Resources Management

RESUME SHARON WINSTON

**** ****** ******, *******, ** 90630

Phone: 714-***-**** • E-mail: **********@***.***

HUMAN RESOURCES SUMMARY

Human Resources Generalist with an emphasis in staffing. I have a solid human resources background in collaborating with

management to conduct Human Resources strategic planning in order to support and further corporate goals. Possess broad

knowledge of human resources in a variety of sectors including union and non-union environments and Fortune 500

companies with a large number of exempt/non- exempt employees. Demonstrated experience initiating cost containment

strategies resulting in significant saving. Excellent ability to address and implement strategic plans for talent acquisition

retention and succession planning.

SKILLS

Management: Highly motivated leader who thrives in a fast- paced setting. I am flexible, with excellent communications skills.

My hands-on management style has assisted me in building teams that bring out the best in

subordinates, while meeting corporate objectives. I am a diplomatic negotiator.

Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office, MS Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, payroll apps, applicant tracker .

Administrative: With a Strong Generalist Background, I am able to recruit, interview and hire employees to meet high

corporate standards. I have solid experience in training supervisors and managers to do performance reviews. I have thorough

knowledge of employment laws, benefits packages and job descriptions. In addition I am very detail oriented.

CAREER HISTORY

CPSS (Security Company

Sr. Human Resources Generalist

2010 - Present

Key Responsibilities:

Recruits for positions

Manages worker's compensation claims and performs initial investigations on HR matters.

Keeps management and staff advised of new regulations and company policies related to human

resources.

Advise employees and management on the interpretation of human resources policies, programs,

procedures, and applicable laws.

New Hire Orientation, including on-board and benefits orientations

Administers all Leave of Absences, including paperwork, tracking and approvals

Handles all Workers Comp issues, establishes better processes and makes Safety recommendations where

needed based on trends

handle all issues as they relate to Benefits, Leaves & Workers Comp

Proactively tracks and identifies root cause of reoccurring issues and make recommendations to correct

Partners with vendor to coordinate the Company’s Health and Wellness programs

Works on department projects as needed

W & A Firm

Sr. Human Resources Generalist/Recruiter

1998 – 2010

Sharon Winston’s Resume 1

This position was both strategic and tactical in nature. I have a strong sense of business with the ability to think

strategically so as to drive initiatives for W & A and its clients. Performed as key driver in design and

implementation of leading edge programs Client employee based range from small to medium.

Serve as a recruiter

Full Life-Cycle Staffing Professionals

Multi-location Staffing Experience (Local, Regional, National) working on-site or virtually

Applicant Tracking Experience (Proprietary)

Fast Paced, High Volume and Single Search Environments

Creative Sourcing and Internet Recruiting Experience

Senior Management, Technical, Non-technical Recruiting Experience

Extensive Interface with all Organizational Levels through top management

Experience Designing and Executing Staffing Strategies for a Variety of Disciplines and Clients

Designed job applicant skills and personality profile

Strategic recruitment including turnover analysis and adverse impact analysis

Redesigned “New Employee Orientation Program”

Designed and analyzed employee survey

Revised attendance policy, overtime and corrective action policies

Conducted and designed training module in the areas of sexual harassment, labor law, leadership and

policy

Developed varied human resources policies and procedures for employee handbooks

Developed AAP Plans and interfaced with OFCCP

Serve as a Generalist on all client assignments, with hands on responsibilities.

Rewrote employee manual, including revising outdated policies to ensure compliance and adding

new policies to improve morale

Conduct extensive recruiting; accountable for filling, management, technical and professional

positions

Work with managers to ensure accurate, timely and effective performance evaluations

Execute talent recognition and reward programs to promote a positive organizational culture

Introduced new employee orientation and individualized training (i.e., sexual harassment,

leadership training, etc.) resulting in 87% satisfaction record

Assist clients with reinforcing their core values and behavioral expectations through modeling,

communication and coaching

Provide coaching and counseling assistance to clients to resolve grievances and promote positive

relations,

Investigate internal complaints involving such issues as harassment, discrimination, wrongful

termination, and “reasonability” in the context of disability, discrimination and accommodation matters

Provide strong facilitation skills, conflict resolution and organizational development

A 92% success rate for complaints filed with the Labor Commission, DFEH and EEOC

Consult with General Counsel regarding litigation matters

Monitor client’s workers’ compensation claims and communications with insurance carrier, and

unemployment claims and appeals

1994 - 1998

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GLENDALE FEDERAL BANK Glendale, California (*GFB acquired by Cal-Fed)

Generalist/Staffing Corporate Human Resources (3,000 employees: CA, FL, TX and WA) at multi locations.

Specifically, my role consisted of the following:

Managed the entire recruitment process, initiating it by posting a job, procuring and screening candidate

resumes, interviewing candidates, and extending formal offers of employment for exempt and non exempt

positions.

Generated of applicants for a job opening by networking and cold calls

Generated female and minority candidates, as well as building relationships with affinity organizations.

Planned, directed, and coordinated corporate-wide training, leadership development, and executive

coaching programs through the development and maintenance of uniform employee assessment and

evaluation tools.

Assisted with merger integration of new and current employees.

Drove organizational development and effectiveness, providing strategic counsel to senior management

concerning human resources issues, succession planning, and benchmarking best practices for

dissemination into the company.

Developed pre-employment testing that improved selection and reduced

turnover by 20 percent.

Ensured compliance with all state and federal regulations, including FDIC, OSHA, EEOC, etc.

Handled all matters concerning OFCCP/ EEOC/ DFEH

Provided managerial training on EEO/ AAP/ ADA Sexual Harassment issues

Coordinated new hire process including applicant tracking, screening, testing, orientation, etc

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LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Time Management * Change Management. How to Adapt to Change • Understanding our Employees * Frontline

Leadership. Investigation Techniques. Sexual Harassment Training. Interviewing and Discrimination • Drug

& Alcohol Training

Education:

California State University, Long Beach Bachelor of Arts Degree, Sociology

California State University, Long Beach Masters Program, Public Administration

Certified Identity Theft Risk Management

Community Activity: Greater Long Beach Girl Scout Council, Board Member, Long Beach Polytechnic High

School Football Team.

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