Human Resources Manager
Resume:
LESLIE DARCY, PHR
Oakland, New Jersey 07436
201-***-**** (Home)
QUALIFICATIONS
. Extensive experience in all phases of Human Resources, Special Event
Planning and Employee Staffing.
. Highly detail oriented and skilled at multi-tasking.
. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
. Strong computer skills: Microsoft Word and Excel.
. Strong motivator with a focus on upgrading employee performance.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
THE RAILROAD CONSTRUCTION FAMILY OF COMPANIES
June 2003 to Present
Human Resources Director (6/03 - Present)
Directly responsible for over-all HR management of The Family of Companies
(three separate companies). This includes benefits, training and
development, performance management, employee relations and recruitment.
. Responsible for annual Performance Management Plan which involves
development of forms, performance rating analysis, performance
improvement plans and ensuring corporate compensation compliance.
. Oversees the Safety Incentive Program for Union field staff. Sits on
the Safety Committee Board, chaired monthly meetings and coordinates
and presents at the Annual Safety Meeting.
. Oversaw Risk Management Department from 2/06-5/07 which included
handling Insurance renewals, workers compensation and general
liability cases and OSHA issues.
. Oversees the Company's Drug and Alcohol testing program.
. Prepares annual Affirmative Action Plan, EEO-1 Report and Veterans
Report.
. Responsible for recruiting using agencies, newspapers and the
internet. Conducts all interviews of prospective candidates,
completes background checks and prepares offer letters.
. Processes paperwork for new hires, terminations, FMLA and Disability.
. Oversees and coordinates training including on site, ILT and outside
vendors.
. Administers annual Health benefit open enrollment and coordinates on
site benefit seminars.
. Responsible for benefit administration of 401K, Life Insurance and
Long Term Disability.
. Conducts employee orientation and exit interviews.
. Handles employee relations issues including discipline, RIFs,
terminations and performance issues.
. Acts as a primary liaison between legal, management and co-workers
during performance issues.
. Provides guidance to Managers on employee relations issues, HR
Guidelines and Labor relations.
. Coordinates Summer Internship Program that involves screening,
interviewing, new hire orientation and follow-up evaluations.
. Handles employee inquiries pertaining to policies and procedures.
. Directs the Fire Safety Committee.
. Coordinates the Tuition Reimbursement Program.
. Creates and distributes monthly newsletter to improve communications
amongst the companies.
. Generates quarterly turnover reports, weekly staffing summaries and
attendance reports.
. Has supervised a staff of four.
. Organizes employee activities such as Adopt a Family Food Program,
Habitat for Humanity, Toy Drives, Holiday Parties and monthly Birthday
celebrations.
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL GROUP
November 2000 to June 2003
Human Resources Administrator
Directly responsible for over-all HR management of American International
Underwriters Information Technology Group (The International Technology
Branch of AIG). This includes compensation and benefits, training and
development, performance management, budgeting, employee relations and
recruitment. Was promoted from HR Assistant.
. Facilitated reduction in force action that involved termination
interviews, severance package distribution and outplacement
coordination. Ensured a smooth transition for the business unit.
. Established payroll audit of vacation banks that resulted in a
reduction of reporting errors from 9% to 3%.
. Served as a liaison to Immigration Attorney and handled International
Human Resource matters such as Visa transfers and Green Card approval
processing.
. Oversaw and coordinated all training including on site, ILT and global
internet CBT classes.
. Responsible for bi-annual Performance Management Plan which involved
job matching, performance rating analysis, performance improvement
plans and ensuring corporate compensation compliance.
. Analyzed compensation issues in accordance with compensation policy
guidelines and partnered with Business Unit on compensation decisions
for new hires, promotions and salary adjustments.
. Administered annual benefit open enrollment and coordinated on site
benefit seminars.
. Provided guidance to Managers on employee relations issues, Code of
Business Conduct, HR Guidelines and Labor Relations.
. Created Gym Membership Reimbursement benefit guidelines and oversaw
quarterly administration.
. Coordinated Summer Internship Program that involved screening,
interviewing, new hire orientation and follow-up evaluations.
. Organized employee activities such as "Breakfast with Santa" and the
holiday party. Identified and provided various employee discounts to
improve morale.
Human Resources Assistant
. Processed paperwork for all new hires, terminations and transfers.
. Assisted with Benefit Administration including FMLA and Disability.
. Supported compensation and performance management process.
. Handled employee inquiries pertaining to policies and procedures.
. Administered ongoing programs such as tuition reimbursement, service
recognition and salary increases.
. Conducted employee orientation and exit interviews.
. Involved with employee relations including discipline and performance
issues.
. Generated monthly and ad hoc reports as requested.
MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER AND TOURNAMENT
August 1999 to November 2000
Sales Manager
Solicited and closed sales of corporate and social events. Finalized
contracts, customized event packages and networked with area vendors.
Drafted a special event training manual for international distribution.
THE EXCELSIOR OF SADDLE BROOK
October 1998 to August 1999
Sales Manager
Closed sales of catered affairs on a corporate and social level. Finalized
contracts, customized menu packages and synchronized events. Networked
with area vendors and managed event funds.
HALEY STUART, INC.
April 1995 to August 1998
Training and Recruitment Manager
Responsible for recruiting and interviewing new applicants. Solicited
corporate clients and made appropriate job placements. Was in charge of
new hire orientation and supervision of staff.
. Created a legal research/recruiting department.
. Developed and led recruiting training seminars for newly created
department.
. Assisted with revision of policy/procedure manual.
ESSEX COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
August 1992-April 1995
Substance Abuse Evaluator
Designed and implemented county evaluation and referral program. Prepared
summary reports, networked with treatment modalities and made appropriate
placements. Supervised program staff and provided training to judicial
caseworkers.
VERA INSTITUTE OF JUSTICE
January 1991-August 1992
Intake Coordinator
Conducted interviews for intensive supervision program. Prepared summary
reports and networked with judicial system. Supervised program staff.
EDUCATION
M.A. in Criminal Justice, Rutgers University Graduate School of Criminal
Justice, Newark, NJ. Dec. 1990
B.A. in Sociology, Goucher College, Baltimore, MD. June 1989
CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
PHR (Professional in Human Resources) Certification, June 2005.
Member of Society for Human Resource Management since June 2003.
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