Human Resources Management

Lori Lefebvre

Email: **********@********.***

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City: Phoenix

State: AZ

Zip: 85004

Country: USA

Phone: 858-***-****

Skill Level: Director

Salary Range: $110,000

Willing to Relocate

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L O R I E L I Z A B E T H L E F E B V R E

600 N. 4th Street, #646, Phoenix, AZ 85004 * 858-***-**** * **********@********.***

OBJECTIVE

Lead a team to seize the biggest challenge; drive the project, follow it through and exceed most expectations.

DEMONSTRATED ABILITY & EXPERTISE

* Effective communication * Change management * Strategic planning * Strong organization * Objective execution * Dual Focus

* Process improvement * Internal control * Budgeting * Succession planning * Collegial management * Smart delegation

* SOP Enforcement * Team building * Recruitment & retention * Mission & pride infusion * Employee development

* Conflict resolution * Classification/compensation/PTO structure analysis * Commission & employment contracts

* Pay-for-performance & Merit based programs * Employee fringe benefit packages * 401(k) & payroll administration

* Internal/external audits * Relocation & international placement * TPA & Vendor sourcing * Cost reduction

* In-depth knowledge of FLSA/ FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC/UI/HIPPA/COBRA * SBA/WOB/MOB/SBE certifications

* FAR & GAAP adherence * GL & IS analysis * Government contract methodology * Project accounting * Fixed asset tracking

* Corporate credit card expenditures & expense reimbursement * Petty cash disbursement * Facilities lease/TI negotiation

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

SOUTHWEST ACCOMMODATIONS, Gilbert, Arizona Apr 2012 - Present

Human Resources Director

* Formulate and execute major policies, programs and objectives to promote employee growth and success consistent with strategic business plan. Nurture an achievement-oriented culture based on continuous learning principles; motivate and reward employees for both individual and team contributions.

* Act with discretion and diplomacy to develop and maintain superb relationships.

* Create and effectively put into action, employee self appraisal/evaluation, annual merit-based rate increase, executive fringe benefit programs.

* Develop, teach and direct the human resources team; evaluate performance against objectives, policies and goals.

* Articulate the vision and mission of the company, both externally and internally.

* Stay abreast and orient management of new labor laws, developments, bills in legislation and what influences, if any, they will have on the business. Consult with labor attorney for any appearing to be in a gray area.

* Ensure corporations code compliance and manage minute book records.

* Represent the company as needed at industry functions.

KATZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., San Diego, California Jun 2005 - Mar 2012

Director of Operations

* Established, implemented and measured multi-state operational processes, including "best practices" for accounting and technology strategies.

* Served as the key day-to-day operational leader to optimize performance and efficiency, ensure industry-leading client service and provide cost-effective management of resources and expenses within budgetary guidelines.

* Routinely analyzed and used operational/financial data to develop strategies and make intelligent business decisions and/or recommendations to achieve short and long-term operational/financial goals.

* Developed and implemented stringent procedures and policies regarding expenditures, contractual commitments, service agreements, facilities and leases.

* Streamlined accounting processes to meet GAAP and FAR standards.

* Designed and wrote a new comprehensive employee SOP manual.

* Performed a scrupulous monthly review of the general ledger to ensure entries were consistent, transparent and accurate.

* Gave detailed monthly financial and utilization reports directly to the president; presented summarized versions at quarterly management meetings.

* Blueprinted and implemented competitive industry salary ranges, on-going professional career development, annual pay for performance, and on-the-spot bonus/incentive programs. Led change initiatives to better align staff competencies and performance.

BENETRENDS, INC., San Diego, California Feb 2003 - Jan 2005

Office Manager

* Managed and directed administrative staff; recruited and trained new staff for Pennsylvania office.

* Accountable for filing transactional documents for common stock corporations located nationwide.

* Established and retained strong relationships within the banking community; ensured business/corporation code compliance.

* Handled 401k distribution, rollover and/or participant loan documents and prepared corporate minute books; processed bi-weekly payroll with Paychex.

* Negotiated for services, suppliers, phones, data and IT support.

* Cultivated a positive working environment; developed and maintained excellent client relationships.

CITY OF AVALON, Avalon, California Mar 2000 - Oct 2001

Deputy City Clerk (appointed)

* Designed and implemented a new filing system for all documents housed in the office of the city clerk.

* Recorded and transcribed the meeting minutes of city council and hospital board meetings.

* Prepared and maintained a record of resolutions, proclamations, agreements, ordinances and other municipal documents.

* Followed all procedures required for appointments to city boards, commissions and/or committees.

* Processed and filed nomination papers, coordinated election processes and procedures.

* Drafted and published city council actions, posted and published all public notices.

* Fostered and maintained a solid working relationship with City officials and the Island Company, Conservancy,

* Key roles played were acting city clerk, US passport agent, Fair Political Practices Commission filing officer and film liaison.

NOTABLE CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS

* Built 22 member high-performance cross-trained team * Streamlined accounting processes to meet FAR & GAAP standards

* Cut operating expenses $250k * Reduced overhead rate by 23% points * Successfully underwent DCAA audit

* Recipient of coveted "KATZ KATCH-award * Appointed to public office, City of Avalon, California

* Recouped over $100k through forensic accounting * Broke Chamber of Commerce in kind donations fundraising record

* Spearheaded bi-state clean up of the most widely recognized ecological sites in the Chicago/Hammond region

Formal Education

Bachelor of Science, Sociology, Adams & Washington University

Professional Development

Business Law and the Government Contractor

Fundamentals of Cost Accounting

Continuing Education for Public Officials

Strategic Human Resources; Recruitment & Retention

The Art of Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

Certifications/Affiliations

Society for Human Resource Management (PHR)

Employer Resource Institute

Arizona Self- Insurers Association

Certified United States Passport Agent

National Notary Association (MNP)

Certified Chamber of Commerce Executive (CCE)

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suite & Outlook, ADP & Paychex payroll software, Microsoft Dynamics SL ERP software, WordPerfect

Familiar with Crystal Reports, FRX, SQL queries, Access

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