Dawn M. McMahon, PHR
**** ********** **** ( DUBLIN, OHIO 43016 ( 614-***-**** (
***********@*****.***
Human Resource Manager
Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) offering a career
distinguished by performance and proven results. Background in HR
generalist affairs, including experience in staff development, conflict
resolution, HR policies, legal compliance, personnel management, employee
recruitment/retention, compensation, safety management and record
confidentiality. Superior computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PeopleSoft. Demonstrated success in management
and employee relations, organizational skills, multi tasking, and problem
solving.
HR Skills
LEADERSHIP Staff Recruitment & Orientation & On-Boarding
DEVELOPMENT Retention Training & Development
Employment Law Employee Relations Performance Management
FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC Conflict & Dispute Harassment & Discrimination
HR Policies & Resolution Investigation
Procedures OSHA & Safety
HRIS Technologies Compliance
HR Program/Project
Management
Professional Experience
GIANT EAGLE, INC - HILLIARD, OHIO 2006 TO 2010
Human Resource Manager, Other locations: West Broad Street, Columbus, OH &
Dublin OH
Recruited to open five new stores in Central Ohio. Senior HR manager in
three different stores, this provided experience in diverse HR settings
with issues including; harassment and sexual harassments investigations,
ADA, Workers Compensation, Unemployment, EEOC, FMLA, Alternative Conflict
Resolution, New HR policy initiatives, Training and Development, HRIS.
Key Results:
< Recruit, interview and selected applicants to ensure a quality
workforce; while providing equal employment opportunities.
Recruiting activities included: attending job fairs, placing ads,
and contact development. Conducted all New Hire screening and
orientations.
< Provided HR direction and leadership for both department managers
and team members. Responsibility for 135 to 175 team members,
including 10 to 15 department managers.
< Coached department managers on performance appraisals and
progressive discipline to ensure fair and consistent application
of company policies and procedures; while ensuring compliance with
federal and state employment laws.
< Trained all the department managers in Central Ohio's on
Behavioral Interviewing Techniques, allowing them to be involved
in the interview process. This initiative resulted in reduced
turnover, through managers' impute in hiring decision and their
increased commitment to new team members.
< Maintained human resource records, assuring confidentiality of all
information, accuracy records, and no laws were violated.
Administered all leaves including; FMLA, vacation, sick leave and
personal time tracking. Stores received an "A" rating on internal
audit.
< Managed the People Soft HRMS 9 system; including hires, terms, pay
rate increases, and progressive discipline. Extensive experience
in Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point.
Performed weekly payroll, both salaried and hourly.
< Implemental in the installation and introduction of a new time,
attendance, and payroll system.
< Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive
dialogue across the organization.
< Brought stores into safety and OSHA compliance. Through monthly
safety meetings, safety walks, and complete record keeping. This
resulted in reduced injury rates and an "A" internal compliance
rating.
Professional Experience (continued)
SAWMILL ATHLETIC CLUB, INC. - COLUMBUS, OHIO 2004 TO 2006
Pro Shop & Caf Manager Pro Shop Manager
Promoted to manage both Pro Shop and Caf after successfully implementing
changes in the Pro Shop.
Key Results:
< Hire, train, schedule and supervised staff of 15 for two
departments.
< Improved department's bottom line by 92% in 1 year 9 months.
< Increased employee satisfaction and productivity through the
implementation of morale-boosting programs (including special
events and reward programs).
< Managed budgets to meet sales goals. Implemented inventory and
shrink controls. Maintained reporting for all budgetary issues in
departments.
< Ensured compliance with all Health Department Regulations.
Weight Watchers of Central Ohio - Columbus, Ohio 1997 to 1999
Group Leader - Prepared weekly lectures for group meetings to motivate
members in reaching their full potential. Taught the Weight Watcher's
program, encouraged, and assisted members in setting and attaining their
personal goals.
QWest Communications - Dublin, Ohio 1992 to 1993
Cost Auditor - Reduced operating expenses for Qwest; a long distance phone
carrier, through auditing the utilization of network lines from local and
regional phone carriers.
Education & Certifications
PROFESSIONAL IN HUMAN RESOURCES (PHR)
Society for Human Resource Certification, June 2008
Ohio State University - Columbus, Ohio
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Accounting
Affiliations & Volunteer Work
< HUMAN RESOURCE ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OHIO (HRACO) - MEMBER
< Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - Member
< New Directions Career Center - Volunteer, Assist Individuals
returning to the job market.
< Hands on Help Program - Volunteer, A collaborative effort between
New Directions and the Columbus Metropolitan Library to field
questions for individuals in their job search.
< United Way - Campaign Chairman
< Dublin, OH Irish Festival - Planning committee for the second
largest Irish festival in the US.