Tesa Jackson 404-***-****
**** ********** ***** ** ( Mableton, GA 30126 ****.*.*******@*****.***
PROFILE SUMMARY
Talented, results focused professional with a background including Human
Resources, training, project management, recruitment, implementation, and
management; proven leader (with adept technical acuity) who quickly becomes
an asset to any growth minded organization.
Strengths
. Customer focused and energized Human Resources Professional with more
than eight (8) years of Human Capital Management experience.
. Effective communicator with the ability and noteworthy relationship-
building skills; consistently meets deadlines with desired results of the
client.
. Strong ability to learn and adapt quickly; experienced in current
software and technologies.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mercer University Macon, GA
Human Resources Generalist 6/ 2009 - 12/ 2009
. Screened and qualified candidates based on position requirements;
conduct initial interviews.
. Provided guidance and coaching to managers and employees on university
policy and procedure.
. Calculated leave balances for FMLA and other types of leave; composing
correspondence to employees and management regarding leaves.
. Crafted responses to inquiries from Department of Labor to address
unemployment claims.
. Audited employee files and initiate corrective action in anticipation
of an accreditation visit from the Southern Association of Colleges
and Schools (SACS).
. Reviewed performance evaluations; identified examples and areas of
concern for performance management training.
4T-Technologeis, Inc. Atlanta, GA
Human Resources Generalist 1/ 2008 - 6/ 2008
. Worked with managers to develop detailed job descriptions for their
resources to build a solid career path.
. Managed quarterly Rewards and Recognition and Service Award Programs
for 200+ employees.
. Evaluated and enhance the new hire orientation and training process
for new resources to the IT department.
. Assisted with facilitation, management and enhancements of the
performance management system.
. Sourced and recruited for Information Technology professional.
. Prescreened candidates to ensure hiring managers meet only qualified
applicants that meet or exceed minimum qualifications.
. Partnered directly with the Director of People and Performance, the
Talent Acquisition Manager, and various hiring managers and to ensure
that staffing needs are met in a timely manner.
. Co-managed the Summer Internship Program for the company suggesting
modifications and refinements for the program to steam-line interview
and evaluation process.
. Facilitated the Exit Interview Process including employee interview
and collection of assets; drafted and presented quarterly trends
associated with attrition.
. Composed candidate communications and coordinate with hiring managers
concerning interview status.
Danya International Inc. Atlanta, GA
Human Resources Manager 12/ 2005 - 03/ 2006
. Full life-cycle recruiting for all exempt, non-exempt personnel and
temporary employees on site.
. Addressed and resolved Employee Relations issues in coordination with
VP of HR.
. Provided guidance and coaching on company policy and procedures to
both managers and employees.
. Coordinated with Benefits department to provide timely and accurate
benefits information to employees.
. Initiated and documented evacuation plan for Corporate Square
employees.
SSIONAL EXPERIENCE (continued)
Perot Systems Government Services Crystal City, VA
Implementation Specialist/Technical Trainer 2004 - 2005
. Managed a 3-5 member team through the implementation of the Defense
Travel System (DTS) nationwide at various Department of Defense
installations.
. Conducted on-site implementation support including senior-level
briefings, software demonstrations, application configuration, and
live process verification.
. Facilitated the implementation efforts with key stakeholders to
include Transportation, Union Representatives, Resource Managers, and
IT to ensure a coordinated effort for hardware and software
requirements for DTS.
. Led Business Process Reengineering Sessions for travel processes for
Department of Defense installations articulating deployment processes
and procedures to diverse audiences.
. Provided supplemental Train-the-Trainer sessions for local system
administrators and users.
. Documented site progress; created status reports and manage issues to
ensure milestones and objectives were met on time and under budget.
o Accomplishments: Letter of Commendation, Commander, Navy
Personnel Command 2004
Turner Broadcasting, Inc. Atlanta, GA
Human Resources Representative 2001 - 2004
. Managed several Human Resources functions to include FMLA
administration, new hire orientation, rewards and recognition
programs, divisional data audits, quarterly reports, internships and
summer job programs; monitored attrition, demographics and EEO data
for assigned client groups.
. Functioned as the #2 HR Generalist providing full support to four
senior level HR Managers with multi-company business units of over
1400 employees.
. Ensured HR's presence and functioned dually to engage employees and
managers at all levels in . Gained responsibility for employee
relations research and investigations to resolution.
. Co-facilitated customized training sessions on compensation,
disability management, discipline and documentation practices,
performance management and OD interventions.
. Led the performance management process for assigned client groups,
including performance feedback, annual review recommendations, and
merit increases.
. In a shared services environment, partnered with HR colleagues, legal
specialists, and HR leadership to implement initiatives and programs
that continue to make Turner a premier place to work.
Logicon Fairfax, VA
Technical Recruiter, Consultant 5/2000 - 10/2000
. Full life-cycle recruitment of technical and administrative staff by
sourcing qualified candidates through the effective use of the
Internet, networking community outreach programs, colleges and
universities, as well as in-house databases.
. Evaluated government contract requirements to identify recruiting
needs, which included partnering with department heads to identify
skills and specific talent needed for upcoming projects.
. Developed staffing forecasts for Program Manager. Maintained an active
database of "hot" candidates relevant to the industry supported.
. Screened and qualified candidates based on position requirements;
conducted initial interviews, background checks and reference checks.
. Managed internal and external application information using WebHire.
Provided monthly reports on applicant demographics to support staffing
matrix.
. Cultivated and managed relationships with staffing vendors to meet
contract requirements
EDUCATION & Tech Skills
B.S. Management, Oklahoma Christian University, Oklahoma City, OK
Technical Skills
MS Office ( OpenHire ( BrassRing ( PeopleSoft (end-user) ( Defense Travel
System ( PeopleAdmin
Professional Training
Lean Six Sigma Champion Certification, 2009
DoD Acquisitions 101, 2004
SHRM Generalist Certification, 2004
Real Estate Sales Person - Georgia, 2002
AIRS Recruiting Techniques, 1999