Human Resource
Resume:
Laurinda L. Garland
**** **** ***** ******* *******, KS 66070
**********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize, train and supervise the completion of day-to-day operations including customer service, employee development, quality assurance and control, data entry, inventory control, and risk management. An accomplished team builder and coach with the ability to train and supervise a diverse group of employees. Over 23 year’s military experience focusing on human resources, leadership and training.
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Granted a secret security clearance
Microsoft office proficient
Coach/Trainer/Leader
Streamline Personnel Processes
Organized/Detail oriented
Interview and fact finder
EXPERIENCE
State of Kansas Department For Children and Families
Child Protective Investigator February 2018- Present
Investigates reports of neglect, abuse and need of care
Interview victims, alleged perpetrators and witnesses, to gather facts regarding issues in the case
Prepare report logs, maintain timeline of contact information
Prepare referral documents for family services
Prepare documents to request family aid
Present findings to Social Worker and Supervisor
Assist in making finding decisions
Kansas Army National Guard
Chief of Human Resources (35th Infantry Division) Ft. Leavenworth, KS January 2012 – February 2016
Advisor to the senior management staff for human resource functions in an organization with over 700 employees.
Provided administrative support for the leadership in a multi-state organization located in Illinois, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska.
Managed the personnel readiness; promotions; and personnel service support for the multi-state organization.
Reviewed and updated standard operating procedures for all personnel actions.
Provided guidance in interpreting regulations, policies, and procedures to assist in resolving work-related issues.
Supervised training and conducted professional development counseling to ensure maximum efficiency of employee growth and unit enhancement.
Scheduled, and conducted new employee orientations, processed hiring-related paperwork, and interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures, standards and regulations.
Monitored and tracked health status of personnel and scheduled required health physicals as required by organization.
Initiated tracking system to streamline awards processing.
Reviewed and processed health related line of duty investigations.
Prepared and presented weekly personnel status reports for senior staff to further identify areas for emphasis.
Reviewed and prepared quarterly personnel status reports for State and National level review, used to support manning and resource allocations.
Managed and trained department employees to success and mission accomplishment.
Responsible for care and maintenance of over 500,000 worth of equipment.
Sr Human Resources Manager (69th Troop Command) Topeka, KS November 2008 – January 2012
Provided administrative support for over 1,600 personnel assigned to three subordinate units across the state of Kansas.
Managed employee readiness, personnel services, including retention; morale, welfare and recreation.
Developed evaluation tracker to ensure timely completion of annual employee performance evaluations.
Planned, administered and supervised remedial training and conducted professional development counseling to ensure maximum efficiency of employee growth and unit enhancement.
Scheduled and conducted new employee orientations, processed hiring-related paperwork, and interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures, standards and regulations.
Reviewed and processed health related line of duty investigations.
Prepared and presented weekly personnel status reports for senior staff.
Prepared and maintained employment records using human resource management systems.
Coordinated military ceremonies including change-of-command, retirement, award presentations, and social and community events.
Managed and trained human resource employees.
Personnel Supervisor (Regional Training Site - Maintenance) Salina, KS June 2001-November 2008
In-processed students; verified credentials, maintained student records and updated army training systems.
Prepared student completions certificates and other documents related to student performance.
Counseled and prepared discharge paperwork for students failing to make course standards.
Managed and tracked health related line of duty investigations.
Managed employee readiness, personnel services including retention; morale, welfare and recreation; and personnel service support.
Safeguarded and inventoried test material; ensured test control policies for accreditation was met.
Maintained employee files and ensured updates in human resources systems.
Managed human resource department.
Other Employment
Sanitation, Frito Lay, Topeka, KS (part-time) October 2016-July 2017
Ensured cleanliness of food processing equipment
Ensured proper use of chemicals in cleaning process
Tested food processing equipment to ensure proper cleanliness
Award sanitation employee of quarter - twice
Machine Operator, Goodyear Plant, Topeka, KS August 1995-August 1998
Operated curing presses for earth mover tires
Changed molds and bladders in curing press
Operated various machines that made tire components for earth mover tires.
EDUCATION
1986-Currently enrolled, 90+ Hrs., General Studies Major, Washburn University, Topeka, KS
2006, 9 Hrs, Business Major, Kansas Wesleyan, Salina, KS
1980, 13 Hrs, General Ed, Emporia State University, Emporia, KS
1979-1980, 27 Hrs, General Ed, Neosho County Junior College, Chanute, KS
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Certificate, Automated Personnel Records Management Training, US Army, May 2015
Certificate, Senior Leadership Development Course, US Army, March 2015
Certificate, Operations Security Fundamentals, US Army, September 2012
Certificate, Combat Lifesaver Course, US Army, 2006
Certificate, FEMA, IS 100, IS 200, IS 800, DOHS, December 2013
Certificate, Operations Security Fundamentals, US Army, September 2012
Certificate, Equal Opportunity Training, US Army, annually
Certificate, Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Training, US Army, annually
Certificate, HIPAA Training Course, US Army, annually
Certificate, Information Assurance, US Army, annually
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