TIFFANY I. CROONE
P.O. Box *****
Seattle, WA ***38-1068
**************@*******.***
Summary of Attributes and Qualifications
* High energy self-starter with over 12 years of Retail Management &
Sales, Human Resources, Technical Writing, and Executive Administrative
support
* Experienced in accounting/bookkeeping, payroll coordination,
invoicing/managing contracts of over $3M
* An unparalleled work ethic
* Member of the Society for Human Resources Management
* Familiar with Six Sigma Lean concepts and International Human Resources
laws
* Articulate communicator with a persuasive writing ability and
sophisticated negotiation/networking skills
* Goal-oriented with a creative, resourceful, and "win-win" approach to
problem solving
* The ability to maintain a poise and professional demeanor within fast-
paced environments
* Exceptional organization and analytical skills
* Proven ability to lead by example and accept new challenges
* Proficiency in Vurv (Recruitmax), Ceridian, Valiant, Doculink, Microsoft
Sharepoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Front Page, Outlook/Outlook Express,
Typing 65 wpm, Multi-line phones, Dictation/Transcription and
Internet/Intranet
* Experienced in ADP, Microsoft Project, Visio, Access, HTML, Peachtree,
Adobe Printshop and PageMaker
Work History
June 2008-Current
Contract Payroll/Human Resources Administrator
Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. (On assignment at The Bill & Melinda Gates
Foundation)
Renton, WA
Responsible for all local Human Resources and Payroll functions for The
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation contract. Duties include develop and
implement payroll/human resources documents and procedures for Security
Staff contracted at The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; coordinate payroll
for 70+ FTE's and PTE's at 3 U.S. locations; Process pay discrepancies;
Manage personnel files; schedule interviews; Screen potential applicants;
Verify references of applicants; Initiate background checks; Send rejection
and new hire offer letters; Audit monthly; Creating/revising/analyzing job
descriptions; Benefits administration; Assist in new hire/on-boarding
training; Assist with Employee Incentive initiatives; Facilitating Lay
Responder First Aid, CPR and AED training and re-certification; Assist in
scheduling and approving/denying time-off requests; Serve as a liaison
between staff and corporate officers; Provide executive-level
administrative support to Management staff as needed.
Oct. 2006-June 2008
Homemaker and Stay-at-home mother
Feb. 2006-Oct. 2006
Contract Recruiting Assistant
Greythorn, Inc. (On assignment at T-Mobile Corporate)
Bellevue, WA
Duties include Internet researching and reporting benchmark information to
Program Manager, interfacing with T-Mobile employees regarding Corporate
Relocation and Employee Referral Bonus programs, data entry in VURV, taking
notes and transcribing memos, prepared invoices for billing in DOCULINK,
Consulted staff on Diversity Recruiting, Corporate Relocation, Benefits
Administration, 401K, FMLA, OFCCP, OSHA and ADA compliance; providing
administrative support to Recruiting Team and managing incoming emails
regarding HR programs.
Aug. 2004-Sept. 2005
Assistant Manager
Lane Bryant, Inc.
Hampton, VA
Duties include opening and closing store; Processing customer returns and
exchanges; Managing P&L along with Payroll; creating staff weekly
schedules; Training and orienting new employees;
managing/maintaining/auditing/processing new hire files; schedule
interviews; screen potential applicants; Developing forecast reports and
strategic action plans to meet store financial goals; Recruiting.
TIFFANY I. CROONE
P.O. Box 58068
Seattle, WA 98138-1068
**************@*******.***
Work History, cont.
May 2003-July 2004
Selling Manager
David's Bridal
Tukwila, WA
Duties include sourcing, interviewing/screening, hiring, training,
placement and full-cycle recruitment; Updated employee files; Supervised
and scheduled for a staff of over 20 members (both sales and management);
Conducted performance evaluations and pre-employment screening assessments;
Developed forecast reports and strategic action plans to meet store
financial goals; Facilitated sales/customer service training; revised job
descriptions; prepared/processed new hire and termination paperwork;
Assigned staff according to individual experience and career goals;
Maintained accountability by evaluating productivity and giving
constructive criticism daily.
Nov. 2001-Apr. 2003
Assistant Manager
Lane Bryant, Inc.
Tukwila, WA
Duties include opening and closing store; Processing customer returns and
exchanges; Managing P&L along with Payroll; creating staff weekly
schedules; Training and orienting new employees; managing new hire files;
screen potential applicants; responsible for verifying references of
applicants; Recruiting.
Aug. 1999-Nov. 2001
Student Services Specialist
City University
Bellevue, WA
Served as Executive Assistant for five Directors; Act as liaison between
departments; Greet visitors, screen and prioritize incoming calls on multi-
line phone (50+ lines); Compose, format, proofread and edit correspondence;
manage calendars and plan meetings; coordinate special projects,
presentations and events; supervise, train and coach first-line
administrative staff; prepare agendas and distribute to appropriate team
members; handle routine mail, fax, emails; act as a liaison between
departments; assist with travel arrangements as needed; transcribe notes;
Supervise Customer Service Call Center (10 team members) as needed;
troubleshoot office machinery and maintain office supply inventory; prepare
invoices for billing.
Education, Certifications and Training
September 2009 Unarmed Private Security Guard License #73320
August 2009 The American Red Cross
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified Instructor #8978486
April 2009 ERI Distance Learning Center
Certificate of Completion; 2.5 PHR Credits earned
Course: Federal Employment Laws that Impact Compensation and
Benefits
March 2009 Fred Pryor Seminars
Certificate of Attendance; 0.6 CEU earned
Course: The Essentials of Human Resources and the Law
March 2009 Valiant Solutions, Inc.
2-day training; Pasadena, CA
Course: Vision Scheduling and Payroll Fundamentals
2002. City University: Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources Management;
100 Credits earned