RICHARD BANKS
Van Nuys CA *****
818-***-**** (Other) 818-***-**** E Mail:
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL
Dynamic Human Resources professional skilled in the following areas:
. Plan, direct and coordinate human resource management activities of an
organization to maximize the strategic use of human resources and
maintain functions such as employee compensation, recruitment,
personnel policies and regulatory compliance.
. Increase revenues by developing strategies and protocols that include
team leadership, training, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
. Plan, direct and supervise the personnel, training and labor relation
activities of the company.
. Advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal
employment opportunity and sexual harassment and recommend needed
changes.
Professional Experience
ITSOL Inc. (dba InsuranceLeads.com) North Hollywood 2009 -
Present
Human Resources Manager Internet Marketing
Company
. As the first Human Resources Manager of the company, established the
first Human Resources department and all protocols for recruitment,
hiring policies, training, termination, personnel procedures and
compliance strategies while reporting directly to the owners.
. Serve as the link between management and the 100+ employees.
. Planned and conducted all recruiting for sales, IT, internet marketing
and call center positions.
. Prepared and conducted on-boarding programs and implemented new
employee orientation to promote positive attitude toward
organizational objectives.
. Provide current and prospective employees with information about
policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and opportunities for
promotion and employee benefits.
. Ensure company policies are defined, communicated, enforced and
updated, as needed.
. Represent the organization at personnel-related hearings.
. Handle employee complaints and conduct internal investigations to
ensure regulatory compliance. Conduct training on the avoidance of
sexual harassment.
. Acquired, implemented, and managed first HRIS system for the company
. Administer benefits and performance management systems and maintain
human resources database.
. Administer and coordinate all WCAB activities. Administer and
coordinate all health insurance benefits both internally and with
vendors.
. Conduct background checks/drug screens for potential new hires.
. Uphold integrity of company vision, mission, and core values.
. Work activities also include extensive communication with supervisors,
peers and subordinates, conflict resolution, maintaining interpersonal
relations, problem solving, and conducting exit interviews.
. Continually study new developments in the human resources arena
including new legislation and policy developments.
Jaramillo Enterprises, Inc. Canoga Park, CA 2005 - 2009
Human Resources Assistant Manager Multi-Unit
Restaurant Chain
. Improve staffing (hiring and termination) guidelines, benefits
administration, and maintenance of WCAB procedures for multi-unit
independent restaurant chain.
. Train staff, including classes in sexual harassment, safety awareness
and labor laws.
. Spearhead and implement key HR initiatives including performance
management, rewards and recognition, organizational effectiveness and
employee communication.
. Maintain confidential personnel files.
. Conduct background checks and verifications for new hires.
. Implement strategies and prepare necessary documentation for official
investigations.
. Initiate and oversee payroll and overtime guidelines.
American LegalNet, Inc. Encino, CA 2000-
2005
Operations/Administrative Manager Websites Catering to
Legal Community
. Operations manager and administrative assistant to CEO, maintaining
the highest level of confidence and discretion with CEO, senior staff
and customers.
. Managed highly productive customer service department, including
hiring, training and supervising staff. Enhanced customer
satisfaction and retention by developing and executing customer
service strategies such as on-site training and 24-hour customer
service availability.
. Increased revenue streams by managing the daily business operations of
the corporate entity and its two websites catering to the legal
community, which included updating website content.
. Improved corporate information flow by organizing calendars and
setting business deadlines.
. Facilitated logistics of corporate and executive travel and industry
trade shows by developing protocols for site selection and vendor
relations.
. Supported the development and growth of the sales and engineering team
by developing website utilization strategies.
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Marketing
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA
MEMBERSHIPS:
Member of PIHRA (Professionals in Human Resources Association)