Sheila Beadnell
*** ******* ***** ( Cranberry, PA 16066 ( *******@*****.*** ( h.
UNITED STATES STEEL CORPORATION - Pittsburgh, PA
Promoted through roles with increased responsibility for leading steel
company with 26,000 team members operating across the U.S., Canada, and
Central Europe.
ADMINISTRATOR, SOLD MINING LOCATIONS (2007 - 2009)
Leveraged extensive knowledge of company human resources policy, overseeing
wide-ranging protocols governing employee health and welfare. Managed
review and approval processes for Workers' Compensation and Federal Black
Lung claims; exercised effective project management, organization, and
people management skills. Performed due diligence on all files ensuring
compliance with company, state, and Federal regulations. Worked with 3rd
party administrators on release of benefits to principals, serving as key
negotiator on lump sum payouts. Collaborated with legal team to determine
details and develop company positioning.
Selected accomplishments:
. Played instrumental role in department passing all state and corporate
audits with zero negative findings of discrepancies.
. Created client education materials clearly explaining medical plan
benefits and procedures to retirees.
. Established protocols that streamlined procedures and enhanced overall
efficiency of department.
BENEFIT ANALYST II (2001 - 2004)
Held highly visible role managing HMO plans and COBRA coverage working
closely with Manager of Employee Benefits. Consulted with employees
regarding health insurance and health plans, explaining payment schedules.
Served as subject matter expert for self-insured Health Care and
Prescription Drug Plans covering 200,000 active and retired employees.
Managed vendor relationships and assessed potential pros and cons of each
plan to employees. Provided critical support to managers, serving as
liaison for internal and external communications. Handled HR issues for
conflict resolution and to maintain confidentiality protocols.
Selected accomplishments:
. Organized 54 retiree seminars in IN, UT, PA, OH, FL, and MI,
introducing terms of Medicare Part D benefits; developed materials for
presentation and employee education.
. Served as member of internal committee tasked with building future
Wellness Program for corporation.
BENEFITS ANALYST I (2001 - 2004)
Managed procedures required to properly answer employee queries on claims
and eligibility, serving as primary liaison troubleshooting issues and
concerns. Ensured accurate benefit coverage and timely, informed
cancellations. Reviewed all employee records to substantiate benefits
administration and employment eligibility.
Selected accomplishments:
. Track record for extremely accurate processing of Medicare Secondary
Payer demands on time and without penalty.
. Updated all materials for annual open enrollment for non-union active
and retired employees; led open enrollment meetings with internal
Benefit Representatives at corporate locations.
SECRETARY, GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS (1999 - 2001)
Provided high levels of administrative and office management support.
Managed executive calendars, travel arrangements, external and internal
communications, and correspondence. Handled invoicing from 5 different
locations, processing reimbursement of expenses and month maintenance.
Selected accomplishment:
. Guided planning and implementation of logistics for staffing and start-
up of new Minnesota lobbying office.
Education & Credentials
Benefits Analyst
Program Implementation . Human Resources . Asset Management
Highly accomplished professional with comprehensive knowledge of policies
and procedures for benefits plan administration, including Workers'
Compensation, Long Term Disability, and COBRA. Expertise designing
recommendations required to ensure company remains competitive, profitable,
and legally compliant. Implement benchmarks and develop metrics to
understand plan cost and measure performance. Experience leading audits and
reviews, collaborating with accounting, legal and department managers, and
peer HR members; collect and disseminate information. Adept at handling
human resources issues, including communications, staffing, and
confidentiality.
Core Competencies:
Strategic Business Planning Benefits Distributions
Enrollments, Entitlements & Account Relationship
Terminations Management
Health & Life Insurance Budgeting & Cash Flow
Financial & Contract Negotiations Employee Education
Database Management
Professional Experience
MBA in Human Resource Management (2009)
LaRoche College - Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science Degree, Human Resources Administration (2004)
Geneva College - Beaver Falls, PA
Affiliation:
Human Resource Association