Human Resources Specialist

Location:

Posted:

August 18, 2011

West Memphis, AR 72301 Email: ***********@********.***

Janis Watkins

Objective: To obtain a position in Human Resources which will provide a career

path as well as enhance my knowledge and skills.

Work Experience: 2007-Present Shelby County Government Memphis, TN

Senior FMLA Specialist:

• Supervises, trains and makes eligibility decisions on FMLA and TN Maternity

Leave for over 6, 000 employees

• Maintains knowledge of FMLA and TN Maternity Leave legal requirements and

procedures

• Interprets, advises and trains employees on FMLA Policies and Procedures in

accordance with Department of Labor Regulations

• Prepares Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly Reports for Management regarding

FMLA usage

•Maintains and Monitors accurate records of FMLA/TN Maternity Leave usage

2002-2007 Shelby County Government Memphis, TN

Human Resources Specialist:

• Supervised Applicant Processing

• Supervised, trained and evaluated employees on staffing and payroll systems

• Coordinated and conducted training sessions on grievances, sexual harassment and

EEOC complaints

• Coordinated and conducted training on FMLA and TN Maternity Leave

2001-2002 Shelby County Sheriff's Office Memphis, TN

Program Administrative Specialist D:

• Supervised and trained employees on staffing and payroll systems

• Maintained personnel and sick records

•Coordinated and prepared responses to employees inquiries and complaints

Education: Abilene Christian University; Abilene, TX:1984-1988

Bachelor's of Arts Degree-Communications

Skills: Excellent Oral and Written Skills, Strong Analytical Skills

Proficient in Apex Software (FMLA) and MS-Office Software

Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

References: Available upon Request