YOMARA M.GUZMAN
Objective
An accomplished Human Resources Professional with valuable experience in
all areas of Human Resources seeking to continue to use my skills and
experience in a managerial role.
Experience
2000- 2009 HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT
Provided Human Resources Services to small to medium size companies.
Worked in conjunction with Owners and Senior Management to initialize or
improve human resources functions. Ensured that companies were in
compliance with State and Federal Laws. Conducted Employer Practices
Audit, Employee Cultural Audits and Management Assessment Audits to become
familiarized and assess needs of company. Created Employee handbooks and
job descriptions. Handled all employee issues, including Sexual Harassment,
Employee Disciplinary Actions and difficult terminations at all levels
within the company. Translations (ENG/SPAN) as necessary.
1998-2000 REPUBLIC INDUSTRIES / ALAMO RENT A CAR INC.,
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Successfully coordinated the interviewing, recruitment, orientation and
development of employees. Created a culturally diverse employee population
by utilizing government and private agencies. Responsible for the
interpretation, administration and enforcement of company policies, as well
as, compliance with all State and Federal employment laws. Administration
of group medical, dental, life, and retirement plans. Determined
eligibility for unemployment compensation. Managed worker's compensation
and safety programs. Translations (ENG/SPAN).
1997-1998 INDEPENDENT HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT
Provided Human Resources Services to small to medium size companies.
Assured that customers were in compliance with State and Federal laws based
on company size. Resolved complicated employee relations issues, worker's
compensation and difficult terminations. Administered employee benefits.
Worked closely with owners and senior management in conducting special
projects as necessary. Provided translations (ENG/SPAN) as necessary.
1986-1996 HARTMARX CORPORATION/FHF APPAREL
HUMAN RESOURCES/SAFETY MANAGER
Responsible for employee pre-employment testing, recruitment and
orientation for all local positions. Maintenance of all employee files,
which included, personnel, medical, and immigration file (I-9).
Maintenance and update of employee immigration documents. Administration
of employee benefits inclusive of medical, dental, life insurance, STD/LTD,
401K.
Responsible for responding to unemployment claims and serving as the
employer representative in UE hearings. Complete case management for
worker's compensation cases. Worked in conjunction with the physicians,
insurance carriers, and attorneys to administer and conclude cases in an
appropriate and efficient manner. Conducted monthly safety inspections
and documented findings for submission to corporate offices; scheduled
safety committee meetings on a monthly basis. Processes all training
reimbursements, such as OJT Training and EZ Tax Zone requests at the
completion of program. Worked in conjunction with local adult technical
schools and universities for company internship programs. Translated
documents as needed (ENG/SPAN). Assisted Plant Manager as
necessary.
Education
St. Thomas University Miami Florida
B.A. Psychology
Barry University Miami, Florida
Human Resources Certificate
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
* MICROSOFT WORD * OUTLOOK * LOTUS NOTES
* HRIS ( ADP/PEOPLESOFT) * KRONOS *IRCA *ADA
*FMLA *COBRA *ERGONOMICS
*WORKERS COMPENSATION * CUMULATIVE TRAUMAS
10510 SW 199 Street Miami, Florida 33157
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