Melissa McDaniel
Vinton, VA24179
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OBJECTIVE
An energetic and versatile problem-solver with a genuine interest in implementing and maintaining
best practice health and safety standards for a business. Eager to work for a reputable employer
where I can apply my excellent organizational and communication skills, professionalism and
enthusiasm.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Excellent communication skills; both oral and written
• MSHA Part 46 Certification
• OSHA 30 Hour Certification
• DMME Certified General Mineral Miner
• First Aid/CPR Certified
• Certified Notary for the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Work well in a team setting as well as collaboratively with legal staff and attorneys
• Experienced in scheduling, preparing for and assisting with depositions, legal discovery and
other court administrative duties
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Access and
Word
• Experienced in software such as Oracle, Westlaw, Best Case, Pacer, CM/ECF, CSC Navigator,
AS400, SomaVip, PICS, OpenHire,
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science in Business Administration, Management 2014-Current
Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL
• Relevant Courses: Principles of Marketing, Accounting, Human Resources Management,
Production Management, International Management, Project Planning, Financial Management
Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies 2009- 2011
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
• Relevant Courses: Legal Research and Writing, Legal Technology, Civil Litigation, Contract Law,
Family Law, Criminal Law, Estate Law, Torts, Human Resources Law, Accounting
• GPA 3.91 Highest Honors
Medical Billing and Coding Certificate 2001- 2002
National College of Business and Technology, Salem, VA
• Relevant Courses: Medical Terminology, CPT/ ICD9 Coding, Accounting, Medical Transcription
• GPA 3.75 Highest Honors
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2
Mid-Atlantic Safety Department/Human Resources Assistant
Titan America/Roanoke Cement, Troutville, VA 2013-
Current
• Assist Human Resources Supervisor administer the recruitment process, which includes internal
postings, external advertising, affirmative action networking, screening candidates, interviewing,
facilitating organizational interviewing and candidate selection in compliance with legal standards
• Assist Human Resources by sending communication out to the workforce on job postings, new hires,
health fairs, and other special events
• Assist Safety Manager in preparing yearly safety department budget, track and maintain budget Notifies
appropriate personnel of variances
• Maintains material safety data sheets (MSDS) database and updates MSDS catalogs at all divisions as
necessary
• Member of Emergency Response Team
• Prepare and submit all applicable regulatory compliance agency forms
• Assist Safety Manager in contractor pre-qualification and site approval
• Initiate and manage central file system including compliance reports, monitor reports, analytical reports
and employee training files
• Prepares purchase requisitions, check requests, expense reports and other requests for appropriate
signatures and budget codes
Paralegal
Giles & Lambert, P.C. Roanoke, VA 2011-2013
• Provide fee quotes for potential clients
• Set up appointments with clients for the attorneys
• Interview clients to collect financial backgrounds
• Work closely with clients to gather all documents required by the Trustee
• Perform paperwork returns and signings
• Type clients petition in Best Case to prepare for signing with attorney and 341 hearing
• File petition with the court electronically and scan paperwork to the Trustee
• Work with clients and Attorneys with Motions for Relief
• Assist other Paralegals with mailings and filings
• Perform tasks daily in Best Case, Pacer, and CM/ECF
Human Resources Generalist 2005 - 2011
Mastec, Roanoke, VA
• Send communication out to the workforce on job postings, new hires, health fairs, and other special
events
• Perform interviews and hiring process
• Wage and salary surveys
• Coordinate outside training and obtained necessary approvals
• Prepare and distribute various Human Resources reports, presentations and manuals
• Helped maintain the appropriate company culture by advising employees on the company's vision,
values, and principles
• Administer payroll and benefits process
• Record keeping and record retention of all personnel transactions
Executive Administrative Assistant 2002-2005
Mastec, Roanoke, VA
• Support Vice President, Superintendents, Human Resources Department, Payroll Department
• Coordinate conference calls, management meetings, special events and travel arrangements
• Transfer all information from daily reports to system maps per the guidelines of the divisional office
• Responsible for contacting project managers on customer relations
• Daily contact with customers resolving concerns
• Process and checking daily production reports for accuracy
Medical Billing Supervisor 1995- 2002
Matria Healthcare, Roanoke, VA
• Supervised three employees
• Recommended personnel evaluations, training programs, and wage incentives
• Worked with Human Resources with payroll/timesheets
• Reviewed confidential information received from patient records and insurance companies
• Handled inventory and purchased office equipment
• Processed Medicare and Medicaid claims, pre-authorizations and reduced accounts receivables and
collections