DAWN BURTON
**** ******** *****. **********, ** *5405 . Phone 205-***-****
CELL 313-***-**** E-MAIL abkg3d@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
Challenging human resources role in which I can utilize my talents and
creativity in finance and human resource to help a company grow and
develop.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Business Management/Specialty Human Resources Management
Davenport University - Dearborn, Michigan
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access,
Publisher).Visio, Mas 90, Mas 200,
QuickBooks, ADP, Paychex Software, AS400, E-Time Time/Attendance
Management, Best Asset Software,
Groupwise, PeopleSoft, Position Manager, Kenexa, Kronos, 10-key calculator
AFFILIATIONS
Society of Human Resource Managers
Greater Detroit Human Resource Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Detroit Medical Center
Employment Specialist/Recruiter
May 2010 - August 2010
. Coordinated employment process including posting of positions, screening
applicants, checking professional references, verifying licensure and
accreditation
. Conducted interviews before submitting the candidate to the hiring
manager
. Responsible for accurate administration of company policies and
procedures
. Responsible for new hire orientation and paperwork
. Maintained company HRIS system
. Promoted a safe environment by coordinating and cooperating with local,
state, and regional safety groups and agencies for compliance and
conformance with OSHA and MIOSHA guidelines
Sanctuary At The Abbey (subsidiary of Trinity Health Systems)
Human Resources Manager
2007-2010
. Coordinated employment process including posting of positions, screening
applicants, checking professional references, verifying licensure and
accreditation
. Conducted interviews before submitting the candidate to the hiring
manager
. Responsible for all aspects of human resource including employee
relations, workers compensation, safety, and employee development and
training for 250 union and non-union employees
. Responsible for accurate administration of company policies and
procedures
. Responsible for new hire orientation and paperwork
. Administered company benefits and programs including medical, dental,
vision, 401K, Cobra, tuition reimbursement, and Employee Assistance
Program
. Maintained company HRIS system
. Promoted a safe environment by coordinating and cooperating with local,
state, and regional safety groups and agencies for compliance and
conformance with OSHA and MIOSHA guidelines
. Investigated work-related incidents/accidents and prepared the necessary
paperwork
. Represented company at Personnel-related hearings and investigations
. Interacted with union leadership on matters relating to labor relations,
discipline issues, and conflict/grievance resolutions
. Budgetary responsibilities for all direct/indirect labor and
discretionary spending for the department including weekly and monthly
measurable
. Assisted in the development of Personnel Policies and Procedures and
Employee Handbook
Community Assessment Referral & Education (CARE)
Human Resource/Payroll Specialist
2006 - 2007
. Coordinate employment process including posting of positions, screening
applicants, checking professional references, verifying licensure and
accreditation
. Conducting interviews before submitting the candidate to the hiring
manager
. Responsible for new hire orientation and paperwork
. Responsible for accurate administration of company policies and
procedures
. Responsible for accurate and timely processing of the bi-weekly payroll
. Responsible of processing employment verifications, garnishments, child
support, and tax levies
. Maintain sick, personal, and vacation time off records
. Administer company benefits and programs including medical, dental,
403B, Cobra, and Employee Assistance Program
. Maintain company HRIS system
. Investigated work-related incidents/accidents and prepared the necessary
paperwork
. Responsible for all aspects of human resource including employee
relations, workers compensation, safety, and employee development and
training
JL Automotive, LLC
Human Resource Generalist
2004 - 2006
. Coordinated employment process including posting of positions, screening
applicants, checking professional references, verifying licensure and
accreditation
. Conducted interviews before submitting the candidate to the hiring
manager
. Responsible for all aspects of human resource including employee
relations, workers compensation, safety, and employee development and
training for 300 hourly and salary payroll
. Responsible for accurate administration of company policies and
procedures
. Responsible for new hire orientation
. Administered company benefits and programs including medical, dental,
vision, 401K, Cobra, tuition reimbursement, and Employee Assistance
Program
. Maintained company HRIS system
. Reviewed all payroll documentation for accurate processing of hourly and
salary payroll for 300 employees
. Promoted a safe environment by coordinating and cooperating with local,
state, and regional safety groups and agencies for compliance and
conformance with OSHA and MIOSHA guidelines
. Investigated work-related incidents/accidents and prepared the necessary
paperwork
. Represented company at Personnel-related hearings and investigations
. Interacted with union leadership on matters relating to labor relations,
discipline issues, and conflict/grievance resolutions
. Budgetary responsibilities for all direct/indirect labor and
discretionary spending for the department including weekly and monthly
measurables
. Analysis of monthly diversity metrics to ensure improvement in needed
areas within the organization
. Assisted in the development of Personnel Policies and Procedures and
Employee Handbook
. Partnered with United Automotive Workers (UAW) Committee to reduce plant
employee absenteeism
Accounting Supervisor
1997-2003
. Responsible for timely month-end closings and preparation of financial
statements, including consolidation of all subsidiaries and bank
reconciliations
. Maintain corporate fixed assets using Best Fixed Asset System
. Supervision of the Accounts Payable Department and review purchase
orders and invoices to ensure proper cost allocation
. Responsible for all customer billing and collections
. Maintenance and analysis of monthly entries and accruals for ledger
accounts
. Streamline month end closing process from 17 days to no more than 3 days
. Assist auditors during internal audits and responded to audit reports.
. Perform physical inventories and calculated book and tax depreciation
Receptionist/Executive Assistant
1996-2003
. Provide administrative support both business and personal to Chairman
. Responsible for calendar management, personal accounts payable, and
travel coordination
. Coordinate Board of Directors meetings, including distribution of
materials, presentations and circulation of minutes
. Responsible for coordination of marketing events including set-
up/teardown, promotional items and literature distribution