LaTeshia Poole
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Resourceful and knowledgeable professional, offering exceptional
credentials and strengths in human resources, administration. Provides
ethical representation of an organization; maintains compliance with strict
procedures and practices and implements plans to maximize performance.
Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of human resources practices,
including talent acquisition and retention, development, benefits, and
compensation; maintains knowledge of all policies, such as FMLA, ADA, EEO
and Workers' Compensation. Excels during challenges.
. Sourcing and . Orientation and Employee . Human Resources
Recruitment Activity Development Administration
. Skilled in the usage . New System & Program . Employment Policy &
of PC Systems Implementation Compliance
. Leadership & Team . Union Grievance . Benefits
Collaborations Resolution/Negotiation Administration & Payroll
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Human Resources Specialist
2010 to Present
The Home Depot, Incorporated
Atlanta, Georgia
Support the day-to-day human resources initiatives for the Fortune 500
Company; develop and implement new human resources policies and procedures
to achieve optimal performance, retain top talent, improve organizational
compliance, and maximize efficiency. Provide guidance and education to
employees regarding policies and benefits; interpret federal regulations
and ensure continual compliance with strict regulations. Facilitated and
lead effective training and development programs to maximize the potential
of all employees.
. Recognized for consisting meeting metrics and achieving a 99% average;
recipient of numerous Top Performer awards and honors and served as
the subject matter expert for various special HR projects
. Created, planned, coordinated, and seamlessly executed new company-
wide town-hall meetings to address discipline, codes of conduct, FMLA
policy, and benefit issues; responds to employee inquiries
. Lead process improvement initiatives and facilitate corporate change
to maintain excellence and compliance; analyze internal practices,
identify all areas of opportunity, and presents direct solutions
. Provide timely responses to questions regarding pay, human resources,
COBRA and FMLA, leaves of absences and workplace environments;
mediated and resolve the complex employee relations issues
. Evaluate human resources paperwork to ensure accuracy and
completeness; verify and collect data, maintain strict
confidentiality, and review and confirms final paid hours were
accurate and compliant
Compliance Specialist - Team Lead
2007 (2005) to 2010
LogistiCare Solutions, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia
Responded to and effectively resolved escalated issues from a team of 12
compliance specialists; monitored the day-to-day operations to ensure
compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, and
contractual agreements. Provided influential leadership, coaching, and
mentorship to teams and facilitated effective training programs; planned
and coordinated daily workflow and delegated assignments. Worked in
collaboration with cross-functional staff throughout the company to ensure
successful execution of practices.
. Supported the talent acquisition initiatives; coordinated and
conducted new hire pre-interviews, performed background checks, and
contacted various candidate references to pinpoint qualifications
. Conducted comprehensive audits of calls to ensure accuracy and
adherence; addressed performance deficiencies, provided training and
guidance to personnel and optimize satisfaction and service ratios
. Promoted throughout tenure with LogistiCare Solutions for exceptional
internal contributions and achievements; assume positions of
increasing responsibilities and ethically represented the company
Billing Specialist
2006 to 2007
LogistiCare Solutions, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia
Coordinated the billing verification process to ensure timely and effective
payment captures; identified and resolved invoicing issues and handle
accounts receivables. Worked in collaboration with the fraud and abuse
department to proactively identify direct risks; minimize losses and
performed comprehensive investigations.
Customer Service Representative
2005 to 2006
LogistiCare Solutions, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia
Answered a high-volume of incoming phone calls within a fast-paced call
center environment; coordinated reservations for medical transportation
clients, prioritized activities, dispatched services to the transportation
providers, responded to inquiries, questions or requests and effectively
resolved conflicts in a timely manner.
EDUCATION and CREDENTIALS
Pursuing Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Business Administration
- Human Resources / Business Management
Strayer University - Morrow, Georgia
Relevant Coursework: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Marketing, Business
Planning, Organizational Leadership