Jessica Zirk, PHR
206-***-**** **** Corliss Ave. N. Seattle, WA
***** ablie5@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
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Human Resources position working with a team of diverse individuals to
strategically attract, develop and retain top talent.
Profile
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Motivated Human Resources Professional with experience in recruiting,
staffing, training, organizational development, performance management,
policy writing, employee recognition programs, government reporting,
employee relations situations, benefits, payroll, HRIS systems, company
communications, office management and administrative support. Strong
knowledge of Microsoft Office and multiple HRIS systems. Understands and
implements general HR best practices by making solution-based
recommendations. Strong analytical skills and the aptitude to manipulate
and analyze complex databases and reports.
Education
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NWRA Member, SHRM Member, Seattle SHRM Member & Certified Professional in
Human Resources- June 2009
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration -
June 2006
Professional History
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CRUISE WEST TRAVEL, INC. Human Resources Coordinator
July 2009-Present
Small ship cruising company, responsible for morale and process improvement
through challenging financial situation.
- Sourcing and screening candidates and managing the pre-employment and
onboarding process.
- Respond to all Human Resources, Benefits and Payroll related inquiries,
employment verifications and unemployment claims.
- Enter, maintain, audit and report HRIS information; including hire,
employment change, evaluation and termination documentation.
- Create and present a new orientation program to emphasize company
vision and provide essential materials to new employees.
- Conduct exit interviews, analyze responses and summarize critical
action items for executives.
- Create, maintain and audit HR filing systems (pre-employment,
personnel, I-9 and other confidential records).
- Complete HR reports, including headcount, EEO-1, VETS-100, compensation
and benefits surveys, performance reviews, etc.
- Prepare training for employees and managers regarding interviewing,
employee relations/recognition, and various HR policies.
- Administer Bus Pass Program, Service Awards, Employee Recognition and
Care Programs, and organized company events.
- Change processes to eliminate/reduce costs; and select new vendors to
result in immediate cost savings and cash flow relief.
- Support Company executives in presentation to leadership and
participation in activities to solve key Company issues.
- Create standard operating procedures, document position
responsibilities and processes, and streamline forms and dept. tools.
- Manage mandatory Pre-employment and Random drug testing programs,
documentation, training and government reporting.
RESTAURANTS UNLIMITED, INC. Multiple Progressive Position
June 2006 - July 2009
Human Resources Coordinator, October 2008 to July 2009
Staffing Coordinator, October 2007 to October 2008
Human Resources Administrative Assistant, June 2006 to October 2007
Restaurant company with 60 restaurants in 14 states and 5,000 employees,
responsible for support of operations from corporate office.
Employee Relations:
- Answered Company's employee helpline and responded as first point of
contact for employee questions.
- Provided research in support of elevated legal investigations and
reporting of discovery data for use in mediation.
- Audited and compiled monthly reporting of Workers Compensation audit
and committee meeting minutes.
- Compliance with federal and state law (workplace posters and updates
for all locations).
HRIS & Reporting:
- Provided data analysis in support of various HR functions, including
staffing, employee relations and legal situations.
- Completed accurate internal and external reporting (industry reports
and analysis, EEO-1, HRIS metrics, salary surveys).
- Reported turnover to monitor and analyze gaps and anticipate openings.
- Evaluated Applicant Tracking Systems and assisted in selection of Silk
Road OpenHire ATS tool.
HR Support:
- Contributed to the department results by coordinating multiple
activities into a cohesive program.
- Management of special projects as assigned (employee recognition,
employee satisfaction survey, exit survey).
- Demonstrated forethought and expertise in administrative support by
proactively considering needs and following through.
- Demonstrated discretion and initiative in representing HR department.
- Coordinated schedules, meetings, appointments, presentations and weekly
communication updates to field.
- Developed annual budgeting tool for the HR department.
- Sourced, managed and negotiated with vendors to obtain cost effective
pricing and level of service.
- Created an electronic filing system and record retention schedule for
department.
- Supported training function to include coordination, correspondence,
certificates, and travel for trainees.
- Created communications and training materials to keep company
management aware of Employee Free Choice Act legislation.
Recruiting/Staffing:
- Managed staffing process for management positions, to include sourcing,
screening and interviewing candidates.
- Provided support to Recruiting Manager through hiring process, and
managed staffing function in absence of a Mgr. for 6 months.
- Supported staffing function to include writing job descriptions,
posting job openings, and background/reference checks.
- Conducted orientations, facilitated onboarding and communication to
organization about new hires professional history.
- Created Restaurant Opening Staffing Toolkit and trained Opening Hiring
Team.
- Created and maintained Company Organization Chart & Succession Planning
Tool.
Past Work Experience:
Washington Federal Savings Bank, HR Intern, June 2005 - March 2006
Law Offices of William D. Hochberg, Law Office Assistant, Part-time
September 2001 - September 2005
C. Don Filer Agency, Administrative Assistant/Receptionist, School
Breaks June 2000 - April 2005
United Savings & Loan, Administrative Assistant, School Breaks June
2000 - April 2002