JEROME HUDSON
**** ******* **** ****, *******, TN 38018 H: 901-***-**** C: 901-***-**** *********@*******.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Highly motivated Human Resources Specialist/ Recruiter with extensive experience in communications
technology, benefits, HR policy development, payroll and record keeping. Adapts well to change and
possesses extensive expert knowledge of human resources employment process within the multiple industries.
Results-focused Technical Recruiter committed to client service and creative recruitment strategies.
Successfully identifies and closes top industry talent.
SKILLS
MS Office proficient with advanced multi-media Employee recruitment
and Excel VBA capabilities New employee orientations
Time management Efficient multi-tasker
Highly organized Conflict resolution
Pre-screening candidates Customer service-oriented
Workforce planning Deadline-oriented
FMLA comprehension Audit preparation and reporting
Team building Performance management systems
Training programs development
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Honored with Human Resources Specialist Award of The Year 2006 for consistently ranking 1st among
Branches with the lowest turnover and overtime percentages, employee claims, excellent personnel file
preparation, and zero fines.
Received Award during the year 2010 for developing innovative programs designed to promote
consistency among Human Resources Specialist company-wide, therefore streamlining the hiring process
with greater efficiency.
Created several innovative programs adopted by the Guardsmark Memphis Branch office, such as video
recorded presentations designed to greatly reduce costly employee claims, and Excel VBA automation to
efficiently and accurately track employee status and maintain inventory valued at $80,000.00 annually.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Human Resources Specialist, 12/1997 to Current
Guardsmark, LLC – 6363 Poplar Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38119
Screen all applicants based on their qualifications and background, noting special skills for specific
needs while promoting a hands-on concept during the hiring process.
Lead in the creation of recruiting plans for all open positions.
Perform State required security training as Certified Trainer within the Branch office designed to enhance
the recruiting process and monitor all State of Tennessee security license changes in regulations to ensure
compliance.
Support management in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
Handle understaffing, disputes, terminating employees and administering disciplinary procedures.
Organize and edit training manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials.
Develop innovative new employee orientation programs, including safety training.
Prepare detail reports concerning project specifications and activities.
Manager Of Protective Services / Relationship Manager, 09/1993 to 12/1997
Guardsmark, LLC – 6363 Poplar Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38119
Worked directly with clients, security supervisors, and security officers to achieve customer
satisfaction by developing effective oral and written communication skills.
Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Developed and rolled out new policies.
Exceeded company objectives by recognizing areas of improvement and assisting in the continued
growth of the security force at the client facility.
Spearheaded cross-functional initiative to achieve greater proficiency in all areas of security at several
facilities.
Security Officer, 10/1992 to 09/1993
Guardsmark, LLC – 6363 Poplar, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38119
Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions.
Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences.
Operated devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Retail Manager, 06/1991 to 10/1992
Toys R' Us – American Way, Memphis, TN
Interviewed job candidates and made staffing decisions.
Assigned employees to specific duties to best meet the needs of the store.
Instructed staff on appropriately handling difficult and complicated sales.
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
Conducted store inventories once per quarter.
Customer Sevice, 10/1987 to 06/1991
McRae's Department Stores – 2031 Highway 45 North, Columbus, MS 39743
Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with 99.5% accuracy.
Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.
Priced merchandise, stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies.
Trained all new department sales associates.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science: Marketing, 1987
The University Of Southern Mississippi - Hattiesburg, MS
High School Diploma: 1981
Motley High School - Columbus MS