Candice Scott, PHR MBA
**-** ***** ****** ********, NY 11367
917-***-**** ************@*****.***
Summary
Strong ability to integrate Human Resources management into overall
organizational strategy, with emphasis on Recruitment, Employee Relations,
and Training.
Experience
TerpSys 5/2005 to Present
Senior Human Resource Manager
. Responsible for managing the recruiting team which includes;
planning, personnel forecasting, recruitment, placement and retention,
compensation and benefits administration, performance evaluations,
employee relations, attrition statistics and succession planning;
including analysis and preparation of job descriptions,
reclassifications and compensation analyses.
. Coach and counsel Senior Managers and employees on performance issues;
respond to inquiries regarding various policies and procedures,
including attendance, leave of absence, and misconduct. Recommend
appropriate disciplinary actions to management in compliance with
rules, and regulations.
. Manage and supervise the daily activities of two recruiters.
. Act as point of contact for large, multi-unit employee population,
responding to inquiries regarding personnel procedures, training
opportunities and compensation issues requiring an understanding of
all HR divisions' functions and policies.
. Administered all Leave of Absence programs, including FMLA, Worker's
Compensation, Short Disability, and Personal Leaves
. Developed and implemented an On-boarding program, new hire
orientation, training programs and Buddy system
. Develop and analyze recruitment metrics to help measure talent
management initiatives
. Streamline interviewing process and trained managers on interviewing
techniques and proper guidelines
. Create and implement training sessions for senior managers and
employees; which have included Sexual Harassment, How to conduct
performance evaluations, and How to motivate your employees.
. Perform internal audit of Applicant tracking system (Taleo) to ensure
compliance with OFCCP
. Responsible planning, social events, internal and offsite meetings,
community outreach, and morale activities.
. Foster a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue
across the organization. Resolve employee relations issues, document
discussions, and makes recommendations for resolution.
. Support Retention strategies for short service (0-5yrs) employees,
through periodic communications to new hires to determine first
impression of job, culture, environment, and to ascertain any concerns
in the first week
. Establish a constant relationship with college/university Career
Centers in the metropolitan area and conduct workshops on college
campuses to prepare students for their job search and interviews.
. Implement a monthly and quarterly reporting system in order to monitor
and track various HR initiatives and statistics.
. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and guidelines:
FMLA, ADA, and FLSA
Triad Management Systems 6/02 to 5/2005
Human Resources Manager/Recruiter
. Responsible for Full-life cycle recruiting for entry-level clerical
positions to high level HR and Accounting positions
. Sourced candidates using a in-house database and Internet resources
such as Monster.com
. Utilized company programs to monitor retention culture and act
accordingly
. Analyzed turnover, and developed and implemented preventive actions to
minimize future turnover
. Improved training skills by conducting trainings and orientations
. Recruited for Government contract positions that required security
clearances
. Responded with urgency to employee concerns and employee relations
issues
. Negotiated hourly and permanent salaries for employees
. Supervised all employees until the assignments became permanent and
handled any disciplinary issues
. Analyzed client requirements and staff skills to place employees that
exceeded customer expectations
. Processed the weekly payroll and assisted in the resolution of
employee payroll problems and control payroll expenses
. Counseled employees on personnel procedures and employment
opportunities
. Conducted benefit orientations and processed enrollment documents
. Posted job opening and coordinated jobs and recruitment seminars to
attract and retain employees
. Handled information regarding unemployment and workers compensation
. Ensured compliance with all Federal Employment Laws
Midtown Community Court 9/00-6/02
Job Developer
. Assisted with the recruitment of participants for the training
program
. Maintained a network of employers and developed new employer contacts
. Provided individual career counseling for ex-offender population and
taught participants about workplace expectations
. Placed 75% of ex-offender participants in permanent jobs with
opportunity for advancement
. Coordinated retention activities for graduates, including the Alumni
Association
. Assisted with the design and implementation of the job-readiness
curriculum
. Enhanced organization skill by coordinating guest speakers and
workshops for participants
. Conducted Criminal background checks on participants
. Performed intake assessment for clients applying for job training
program
Professional Certifications
PHR-January 2010
HR Generalist Certification-March 2009
AIRS Certified Internet Recruiter - August 2008
Human Resources and The Law -June 2007
Affiliations
Society of Human Resources (SHRM)
Education
University of Baltimore-2005
MBA- Concentration in Human Resource Management
University of Maryland, College Park-2000
BS- Family Studies