Resume of Nicolette B. Rabon, PHR
Weston, FL 33327
914-***-**** (Home)- Day & Evening
914-***-**** (Cell)- Day & Evening
E-mail: *********@***.***
EDUCATION:
Troy State University
Andersen Air Force Base, Guam US
Master's Degree - 12/2004
120 Semester Hours
Major: Master of Science in Human Resources Management
GPA: 4.0 out of 4.0
Relevant Coursework, Licensures and Certifications:
Human Resources Management, Human Resources Staffing, Business Research,
Training & Human Resources Development, Organizational Behavior, Legal
Environment of Employment Decision, Labor Law, Strategic Human Resources
Management, International Human Resources Management, Compensation and
Benefits.
University of Guam (UOG)
Mangilao, Guam US
Bachelor's Degree - 12/2000
126 Semester Hours
Major: Business Administration in Management
Minor: Human Resources Management
GPA: 3.7 out of 4.0
Honors: magna cum laude, Chi Omicron Gamma Honorary Scholastic Society
Member, President's/Regent's & Dean's List
Relevant Coursework, Licensures and Certifications:
Introduction and Applied Statistics, Management Information Systems, Intro
to Computer Operations, Fundamentals of Communication, Human Resources
Management, Compensation, Benefits & Performance Evaluation, Organizational
Behavior, Staffing and Employee Development, Managing The Employee & Work
Environment, Business Law I, International Business Management, Business
Strategy & Policy, Introduction to Business & Case Analysis, Principles of
Macroeconomics and Microeconomics, Quantitative Application Business
Economics, Management of Organizations, Principles of Financial Accounting,
Principles of Managerial Accounting, and Basic Business Finance.
Guam Community College (GCC)
Mangilao, Guam US
High School or equivalent - 6/1997
GPA: 3.7 out of 4.0
Honors: Merit Scholarship Recipient, National Honor Society (NHS) Member
Relevant Coursework, Licensures and Certifications:
General Education in addition to emphasis in Business Clerical trade.
Business Clerical courses included: General Business, General Accounting,
Book keeping, Computer Operations, Word Processing etc.
SUMMARY OF SKILL CLASSIFICATIONS:
Over eight (8) years of knowledge and experience in the fields of Human
Resources Management, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Business
Management and Contracts Administration. Developed and maintained
policies, directives and programs ranging from Equal Employment
Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Workplace Harassment, Workplace Health &
Safety, Recruitment and Selection, Employee Compensation & Benefits,
Employee & Organizational Development, Training, Investigation &
Disciplinary Process, Labor/Union Relations & Negotiation, Worker's
Compensation, Supply Management & Procurement, Contract Management
requirements, Budget and Planning, Time and Material (T&M) and Indefinite
Quantity (IQ) Rough Order Magnitudes (ROMs), Accounting/Payroll, Facilities
Security Officer (FSO) Program, and implementation of ISO 9001:2000
program. Experienced working in matrix and multi-unit organizations.
Ability to educate and effectively train all levels of personnel
(executives, management, supervisory, staff employees) on policies and
programs. Possess highly effective problem solving, analytical, negotiation
and verbal & written communication skills. Demonstrates positive and
professional working relations with executives, senior management,
supervisory personnel, staff personnel and customers.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
01/2008 - Present
Unemployed - Currently a stay-at-home mom. Actively keeping abreast of my
Human Resource knowledge, activities, laws, regulations and changes through
the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Recently passed HRCI
Professionals in Human Resources (PHR) certification examination on January
27, 2010. I am actively seeking employment and eager to get back into the
workforce.
Employer: DZSP 21 LLC
Address: P.O. Box GH - Hagatna, Guam 96932
Start & End Dates: 6/2005 - 12/2007 (Resigned due to spouse's job
reassignment & relocation to CONUS - Continental US)
Salary: $77,000 USD Per Year
Hours per week: 40
Supervisor's Name: Charles Geer, Business/Contracts Manager
Supervisor's Phone & Email: 671-***-****, *******.****@******.***
Position: Human Resources / Labor Relations Manager
Established a Human Resources department for a U.S. company designated as
Base Operations Support (BOS) prime contractor contracted by U.S. Navy
(Department of Defense) to perform government base operating services,
which included, but not limited to, transportation, ordnance,
environmental, port operations, public works, potable water and wastewater,
power / electrical, facilities engineering, facilities sustainment and
maintenance, food services, contingency mgmt., safety mgmt., quality mgmt.,
public affairs, procurement, property, IT, and contracts management
services. Supervised and trained HR personnel to effectively and
efficiently provide superior HR services to internal and external
customers. Orchestrated, within two months timeframe, the initial
recruitment, selection, transition and placement of 600 plus qualified
employees at contract start up. Recruited and placed senior management,
exempt, Service Contract Act (SCA) non-exempt, and Collective Bargaining
Agreement (Union) personnel for various divisions or departments.
Supervised hiring and separation of employees and trained HR specialists on
recruiting, placing, interviewing and testing potential job applicants.
Maintained contacts with public and private agencies, colleges and
recruitment agencies for promising job applicants. Managed the overall
business and day-to-day operations of the Human Resources/Labor Relations
department to include a variety of HR disciplines not limited to strategic
HR management and planning; EEO and Affirmative Action, organizational
staffing, employee training and development; performance management;
employee compensation and benefits; Union/management relations; health,
safety, and security; and risk management.
Provided guidance and expertise to both Prime Contract and Subcontract
management personnel regarding HR and Labor Relations activities.
Responsible for Labor Union negotiations and activities, union policies,
grievance investigations and resolutions, arbitration procedures, and
management and supervisory training on union matters. Successfully defended
DZSP 21 and won grievance case submitted for arbitration. Developed and
maintained current company HR policies and procedures in accordance with
U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Implemented
and administered employee training, management & supervisory training,
employee orientation, employee performance & recognition programs, employee
benefit programs, health, safety & security programs, affirmative action
program, and worker's compensation program. Managed retirement (401K plan)
benefit program. Trained management and supervisory personnel on employee
disciplinary procedures; reviewed and recommended proper disciplinary
actions. Performed and evaluated employee performance appraisals. Managed
department budget and costs; to include assessment of current and future
staffing requirements based on organizational goals and budget. Researched
and negotiated group medical, life, and dental insurance benefits and
rates/premiums. Administered and evaluated annual pay/salary reviews, job
descriptions, job analysis, job classification and desk audits.
Collaborated with Finance department to process payroll and employee leave
requests. Managed and maintained HR and security database and systems to
include Deltek HRIS, JPAS, and e-QIP. Developed company Physical Security
Plan; reviewed, analyzed, and maintained personnel security clearance
requests (i.e. SF-86, SF85P) in accordance with Department of Defense
National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
Collaborated with DSS representatives in conducting clearance
investigations submitted to Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA)
for adjudication and prepared investigation reports. Conducted initial
briefings, debriefings, and security awareness training. Initiated and
reviewed personnel security clearance periodic reinvestigations. Prepared
monthly department performance summary reports and required annual U.S.
Department of Labor reports (i.e. EEOC Employer Information and VETS-100
reports). Successfully passed monthly department performance goals and
objectives evaluation. Successfully passed U.S. Department of Labor, OFCCP
(Affirmative Action Program) Compliance Audit (2007).
Employer: Human Factors Applications, Inc.
Address: 472 Rte. 8 - Suite 1B PMB 398 - Maite, GU 96910
Start & End Dates: 5/2001 - 9/2005
Salary: $54,700 USD Per Year
Hours per week: 40
Supervisor's Name: Jimmy Cox, Program Manager
Supervisor's Phone: 011-81-90-6861-5063
Position: Human Resources & Administrative Manager
Directed HFA's Human Resources functions, Subcontract requirements,
Facilities Security Officer program, MIS/Government TASO program, ISO
9001:2000 program, Payroll, Procurement & Supply and day-to-day
Administrative requirements. Supervised and trained six (6) department
personnel to effectively and efficiently provide HR, administrative and
technical support.
Designated as the HR Manager for a workforce of approximately 100 plus
employees. Executed HR activities ranging from recruitment, selection,
hiring, staffing, interviewing, promoting Employee Relations, promoting
EEO, and enforcing Affirmative Action. Recruited and placed management,
exempt, and Service Contract Act (SCA) non-exempt personnel. Supervised the
hiring and separation of employees and trained HR specialists on
recruiting, placing, interviewing and testing potential job applicants.
Maintained contacts with public and private agencies, colleges and
recruitment agencies for promising job applicants. Established a Benefits &
Compensation program, Worker's Compensation compliance program; performed
desk audits and job analysis; developed job descriptions, company policies
and procedural guides; assisted in planning, composition and review of
company proprietary Standard Operating Procedures; performed quality
improvement through ISO program; conducted Health & Safety awareness
training; monitored and conducted budget & cost planning and analysis.
Provided guidance and advisory support to personnel regarding HR policies
and procedures as well as contractual requirements. Administered new
employee orientation and coordinated with FCE Plan Benefits regarding
employee medical and dental benefits. Organized a Drug/Alcohol Testing
program and developed policy and procedures incorporating U.S. Navy
Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination requirements.
Coordinated personnel badge & vehicle base entry with U.S Navy and Air
Force Pass & I.D. office. Evaluated employee development & directly
communicated to employees concerning performance expectations,
productivity, and accountability.
Designated as Facilities Security Officer (FSO) responsible for
administering and directing security measures in accordance with Department
of Defense National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
and related federal directives for safeguarding classified information.
Reviewed, analyzed and maintained personnel security clearance requests.
Requested for and reviewed additional supporting information from personnel
to determine security clearance eligibility. Assisted personnel in
processing clearance requests via Electronic Questionnaires for
Investigations Processing (e-QIP) system, which replaced EPSQ. Initiated
and reviewed personnel security clearance periodic reinvestigations.
Administered personnel security training to include security awareness
training, initial briefings, refresher briefings and debriefings for
safeguarding classified information. Maintained and updated EPSQ and e-QIP
systems and Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) or Joint Clearance
and Access Verification System (JCAVS). Prepared investigation reports and
collaborated with DSS representatives in conducting clearance
investigations submitted to Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals for
adjudication. Established document accountability system as a protective
and control measure for classified information. Safeguarded and stored
classified information and the use of keys and padlocks in accordance with
the following references: DoD NISPOM and regulations, including DoD OPNAV
INSTRUCTION 5530.13C. Successfully passed U.S. Government Security Program
Inspections.
Managed contract administrative requirements, which include, but not
limited to, the generation and timely submission of contractual records,
reports and deliverables. Processed Time & Material (T&M) and Indefinite
Quantity (IQ) requirements for ordnance evolutions not considered within
the contractual scope of services. Prepared Work Authorization Requests
(WAR), Budgetary Costs and/or ROMs (rough order magnitude), and At Risk
Authorizations (ARA). Analyzed manning requirements, calculated labor /
equipment / material costs and executed overall budgets for T&M and IQ
operations. Conducted accounting of T&M and IQ hours (Regular, Overtime
and Hazardous Pay hours) for submission of invoice payment.
Supervised HFA's Accounting/Payroll function. Developed and implemented
accounting and payroll processes. Performed required payroll functions
ranging from: reviewing employee timesheets and leave forms for accuracy,
establishing charge numbers and processing hours into APS / STG Payroll
system. Reviewed Hours/Dollars reports and Payroll registers.
Managed procurement and inventory of materials and supplies. Established
purchase accounts with local and government vendors. Developed and
implemented policies and inventory database for procurement, supply
management/inventory, and issuance and distribution of materials and
supplies. Reviewed and Analyzed monthly/annual budgets, expenditure and
reconciliation reports. Ensured physical (on-hand) inventory consisted of
a three-month supply. Maintained complete accountability for Government
and BOS Prime Contractor furnished supplies and equipment through
appropriate tagging and labels.
Administered HFA's MIS and TASO functions ranging from installation,
upgrades, monitoring and testing, troubleshooting and regulating all
information and programs to include hardware/software installation, new
user ID, e-mail accounts, internal database systems, and Government ROLMS
and CAIMS systems. Monitored and maintained computer equipment thru a
preventive maintenance schedule. Controlled issuance, maintenance, repairs
and programming of government furnished ATI barcode printers and barcode
scanners, to include interfacing with U.S. government, suppliers and
certified warranty providers. Enforced all COMNAVMAR security
protocols/instructions applying to all equipment connected to and using the
COMNAVMAR LAN (U.S. Navy local area network).
Facilitated planning, coordination and performance of Contingency
Preparedness Operation and Surge Support contractual requirements.
Performed reviews and updates as required to the Contingency Battle Book
and COMNAVMAR INSTRUCTION 3006. Collaborated with U.S. Navy Commander of
Ordnance Division regarding contingency requirements. Analyzed and assessed
contingency situations and prepared required contingency reports for
submission to BOS Prime Contractor. Coordinated procurement of contingency
supplies with BOS Prime and Government Rep. approval. Successfully met
annual BOS Prime Contractor Contingency Evaluation / Inspection
requirements.
Designated as HFA's ISO Coordinator/Representative. Successfully
incorporated the concepts of ISO 9001:2000 into HFA's processes and
procedures. Provided departmental training and support in the
implementation of ISO 9001:2000 processes and document systems. Conducted
regular reviews, audits and evaluations of processes and procedures.
Employer: Human Factors Applications, Inc.
Address: 472 Rte. 8 - Suite 1B PMB 398 - Maite, GU 96910
Start & End Dates: 10/2000 - 5/2001
Salary: $11.50 USD Per Hour
Hours per week: 40
Supervisor's Name: Jimmy Cox, Program Manager
Supervisor's Phone: 011-81-90-6861-5063
Position: Ordnance Technical Publications Librarian (TPL)
Employed as sole ordnance Technical Publications Librarian during
subcontract start-up. Within one month of hire, established an on-site
Central Technical Publications Library (CTPL) containing ordnance
publications, technical manuals, safety manuals, instructions, Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other pertinent data that cover ordnance
material, ammunition, and ammunition components pertinent to ordnance
subcontract activity for Naval Magazine, Guam. Established procedural
guidelines for controlling and providing ordnance technical publications to
company personnel and U.S. Government military & civil service personnel.
Implemented a CTPL index and database that lists all publications. Ensured
publications were accessible either by hard copy, CD-ROM or via website.
Established satellite libraries and conducted training to personnel
designated for maintenance and operation of libraries. Developed training
material and procedures for conduct and maintenance of libraries.
Administered and monitored receipt, distribution and control of technical
publications, directives and changes, revisions or amendments distribution.
Maintained distribution accountability to satellite libraries, ordnance
operation personnel and additional military activities / personnel
supported by the CTPL. Established and developed an electronic database
record (technical publication index) of technical publications to account
for and control all publications managed by the CTPL and satellite
libraries. Provided technical library support, conducted research, and
reviews for internal and external customers. Assisted in the development
and review of company proprietary SOPs. Successfully passed all monthly,
annual and unannounced U.S. Government CTPL Inspections and Explosives
Safety Inspections (ESI).
Employer: The Law Offices of Barcinas & Terlaje
Address: 194 Hernan Cortes Avenue - Agana, Guam 96910
Start & End Dates: 6/1997 - 12/1997
Salary: $9.00 USD Per Hour
Hours per week: 40
Supervisor's Name: Geri Barcinas
Supervisor's Phone: 671-***-****
Position: Legal Secretary
Managed day-to-day clerical and administrative functions. Interacted with
clients on legal document requirements. Scheduled meetings and appointments
for attorneys. Prepared, generated, and verified legal correspondence.
Reviewed and analyzed legal journals and assisted with legal research;
prepared correspondence and legal papers through machine transcription;
organized and maintained paper and electronic files/records. Forwarded
incoming and outgoing mail; prepared documents for courier; updated
electronic database files; operated all office automated equipment and
various software programs (i.e. Corel Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Outlook, E-Mail, Internet).
CERTIFICATION, TRAINING, MEMBERSHIP:
Security Awareness Briefing / Training - Jan 2007
Workplace Ethics & Diversity Training - Dec 2005
U.S. Naval Air Forces Operational Risk Management (ORM) Fundamentals Course
- 17 Feb 05
U.S. Naval Air Forces ORM Essentials for Leaders Course - 25 Feb 05
U.S. Naval Air Forces ORM Application and Integration Course - 25 Feb 05
Supervisor Safety & Health Training - Dec 2005
Joint Clearance and Access Verification System (JCAVS) -2004
Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) - 2004
Joint Integrated Training Application (JITA 1.2.0) Security Management
Training Course - 3 Nov 04
Joint Integrated Training Application (JITA 1.2.0) Account Management
Training Course - 9 Oct 04
Defense Security Service Academy, Facilities Security Officer (FSO) Program
Management - 16 Jan 03
Defense Security Service Academy, National Industrial Security Program
Operating Manual (NISPOM) - Jan 03
Defense Security Service Academy, Protecting Secret and Confidential
Documents - 29 Sept 02
Defense Security Service Academy, Essentials of Industrial Security
Management - 10 Sept 02
ISO 9001:2000 Implementation Training Course - 2002
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, Deltek HRIS, DSS e-QIP
U.S. Government Secret Level Security Clearance - granted 05 OCT 02, issued
by Defense Security Service (DSS) & Department of Defense (DoD)
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - Member since April 2007
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification - obtained in Florida
01/27/10; expires 01/31/13
REFERENCES:
Charles Geer - information provided above
Jimmy Cox - information provided above
Luisa Nededog - DZSP 21, LLC; Human Resources/Labor Relations Manager, 671-
479-3994 (office), ******.*******@******.***