Mary Lou Israel
Byram, MS 39272
****@***.***
October 14, 2010
To whom it may concern,
Please accept this letter as expressed interest in the
Position of Supervisory Human Resources Specialist in Jackson,
MS.
I have enclosed a resume for your consideration and review, and would
like to draw your attention to some specific points of reference.
As you will note, I have over 33 years of administrative and
supervisory experience in several fields. I am well-versed in the
coordination and supervision of large numbers of personnel, and I am
proficient in dealing with the public, as well as subordinates, peers
and superiors. I have gained experience in computer data entry, and
have maintained a high degree of accuracy in human resources, payroll,
financial and statistical documentation. My formal education lies in
the areas of Criminal Justice and Political Science, and I possess
excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as effective
interpersonal and organizational abilities.
I am confident that I will be a viable asset to your organization, and
look forward to a personal interview at your earliest convenience.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Mary Lou Israel
Enclosure
Mary Lou Israel
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314 Siwell Meadows, Drive
Byram, MS 39272
****@***.***
Objective
Obtain a position in Management or Administration which will utilize
my experience, education and abilities.
Qualifications
• Over 33 years of proven experience in progressively
responsible positions.
• Experienced and versatile professional with strong system
planning people, and research skills, coupled with a desire to
contribute to meeting the organization's goals, with the ability
to:
Manage programs and people
Anticipate & project for organizational change
Design & develop cost saving systems
Administer office operations
Reconcile inventory
Direct transportation planning & programs
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient
in Microsoft Word, Excel, PeopleSoft and Taleo.
• Highly motivated, goal and detail-oriented, assertive,
personable and capable.
• Formal education at the Bachelor’s Degree level with studies
in Criminal Justice and Political Science.
Professional History
June, 1979 to October 01, 2010
Road Dispatcher
YRC, INC
Jackson, Mississippi
Primarily responsible for the scheduled movement of general freight
commodities throughout the company’s nationwide system. Position
involves coordinating the itineraries, payroll compensation and
training of over 180 full time union employees at the Jackson,
Mississippi facility. Duties entail extensive planning and multi-
tasking skills to effectively manage numerous functions at one time, as
well as supervise personnel responsible for these components. Requires
a working knowledge and implementation of Department of Transportation
Rules & Regulations, Teamster National Master Freight Agreement and YRC
Human Resource guidelines.
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Senior management position held within the company May of 2001 to
October 2005
Area Linehaul Manager of the Jackson, MS district
• Processed job applicants, interviewed and hired new employees.
• Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas
of training, and raw-employee orientation.
• Wrote employee manual covering issues including work rules,
disciplinary procedures, code of conduct, FMLA policy and benefits
information.
• Manage personnel records, leave-of absence, administer
benefits enrollment.
• Assessed job performance of eight supervisors within the
Linehaul department through biannual reviews.
• Completed comprehensive weekly reports to reflect inventory
control, accounts payable and adherence to federal safety
regulations.
• Conducted and attended meetings of Local and National Teamster
Union committee hearings.
• Complied, administered and gave evidence at Workers
Compensation assessments.
• Directly responsible for 15% reduction in area Linehaul costs.
• Coordinate banquets, responsible for YRC, Inc. participation
in MS Trucking Association Rodeo.
Other Experience
1978 to 1979
Office Administration Supervisor
JOHNSON MOTOR LINES
Jackson, Mississippi
Responsible for directing administrative and financial areas
including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, invoicing and
customer relations.
1977 to 1978
Research Clerk
MISSISSIPPI LAW ENFORCEMENT EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION
Jackson, Mississippi
Reviewed applications for grants and loans, verified data and
processed qualified applicants.
Education
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Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Conferment of degree in November 1977 with a Minor in Political
Science.
HINDS JUNIOR COLLEGE
Raymond, Mississippi
Attended from 1973 to 1975 taking general academic prerequisites.
PEARL HIGH SCHOOL
Pearl, Mississippi
Diploma awarded in 1973
References
Patricia Bruce
Director of Payroll and Employee Services
Millsaps College
1701 North State Street
Jackson, Mississippi 39210-0001
(601) 974-1127phone/601-***-**** Fax
*******@********.***
Scott Marsters
Linehaul Coordinator
YRC, Inc.
102 Carrier Boulevard
Richland, Mississippi 39218
*****.********@****.***
Kathie A. Adams
Coordinator of Records
Millsaps College
1701 North State Street
Jackson, MS 39210
601-***-**** phone/601-***-**** Fax
********@********.***
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