Qualifications Summary

Human Resources Professional offering 20+ years of progressive experience. Skilled in coaching and mentoring, employee advocacy, employment law, workers’ compensation, team building; organization development; strategic management, multi-tasking, as well as records retention and destruction, recruitment and employee retention; I have a strong knowledge of Federal and State labor laws and regulations including, EEO, FMLA, ADA, and FSLA, as well as strong employee relations skills; Computer skills include Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Education

AS, Biology, Duchess Community College, Poughkeepsie, NY, 1992

BS, Multidisciplinary Studies, University at Stony Brook, Long Island, NY, 1995

Coursework, Counseling and Development, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 1995- 1996

U.S.A.F. Dental Assistant 6/1980 – 12/1983

Experience

Walmart Stores, Inc. Montgomery, AL 10/2017 - Present

Asset Protection Associate

Maintains area of responsibility in accordance with company policies and procedures by properly handling claims and returns, zoning the area, arranging and organizing merchandise/supplies, identifying shrink and damages, and ensuring a safe work environment.

Monitors activities and store standards within the store that relate to safety, OSHA Compliance, and basic customer traffic flow by maintaining safety standards to ensure a safe and clean environment, and responding to assistance requests from customers and associates

Assists with securing and safeguarding the assets of the facility and property by observing and communicating suspicious activity, assisting with investigations, maintaining paperwork, logs, and other required documentation, appropriately executing emergency response procedures, and ensuring security and safety practices are in place and adhered to.

Completes work assignments and priorities in area of expertise by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, coworkers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.

Detects, deters, investigates, and resolves violations of company policies and criminal activities by maintaining a highly visible presence when posted in designated areas; observing customer and associate behavior; investigating alleged fraud and other alleged illegal activities; conducting investigations relating to the operations and policies of the company; obtaining evidence, taking statements, writing case reports, and providing court room testimony, as needed; and participating in collaborative efforts with other investigative entities.

Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices.

Enters and locates information on computer.

Moves up and down a ladder.

Presents information to small or large groups and individuals.

Communicates effectively in person or by using telecommunications equipment.

Creates documents, reports, etc., using a writing instrument (such as a pencil or pen) or computer.

Grasps, turns, and manipulates objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Visually verifies information, often in small print.

Reads information, often in small print.

Visually locates merchandise and other objects and visually inspects equipment.

Pennington P.A. Tallahassee, FL 04/2016 – 06/2017

Human Resources Director/Office Manager

Conducts recruitment effort for exempt and nonexempt personnel; part-time employees; temporary employees

Writes and places hiring advertisements; review resumes; reference checks; other essential recruiting efforts

Conducts interviews; new employee orientations; onboarding; exit interviews

Performs enrollment for all employees and coordinates with third-party administrators to ensure accuracy and timely enrollment

Creates employee profile and facilitates the firm’s payroll

Ensures compliance with COBRA guidelines and reviews COBRA insurance payments and records for accuracy

Conducts all employee termination paperwork; Advises IT department and Controller/Accounting department on termination of employee for deactivation purposes

Gathers authorization for background checks and performs verification prior to hiring of employees

Maintains firm’s internal directory and Outlook employee directory

Manages and resolves complex employee relation issues; conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations

Maintains employee personnel files in compliance with applicable legal requirements

Works with attorneys and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention

Supervises receptionist, runners and IT departments and delegates projects as appropriate

Consult with legal counsel as appropriate, or as directed, on personnel matters

Acts as a liaison for the Controller and Accounting department to assist in carrying out their responsibilities on personnel matters

Communicate benefit, policy or other firm change(s) in a timely and effective manner

Prepares all paperwork for insurance policy renewals

Oversee firm’s scanning and paperless processes; create procedures and ensure proper training and conduct

Oversee office moves; coordinate runners or hire movers

Negotiates the purchase of office supplies and furniture, office equipment, etc., for the firm in accordance with firm purchasing policies and budgetary restrictions

Keeps the Executive Committee advised of potential problem areas and recommends/implements solutions as appropriate

Walton Board of County Commissioners DeFuniak Springs, FL 10/2013 – 04/2016

Human Resources Generalist II

Creates job postings and/or vacancy announcements throughout the County.

Recruit talented and deeply committed staff, working closely with managers in all phases of the hiring process, ensuring compliance with State and Federal labor laws and regulations

Develop a workforce planning strategy that embraces and advances diversity, and builds a talent pipeline that supports the County’s future plans

Support organizational development in areas like talent acquisition, succession planning, workforce development, key employee retention, diversity, organization design and change management

Creates and revise job descriptions with the assistance of that division/department.

Implements the worker’s compensation process, stores and records documentation.

Responsible for various reports and audits to outside agencies for the County.

Development and implement a Performance Management System that makes it easier for managers to provide timely feedback and coaching to employees

Consult with managers on employee relations issues, finding ways to appropriately address performance issues and manage conflict

Serves as backup for payroll processing and the Benefits program and its procedures.

Serves as facilitator and backup to Walton County Safety & Loss Control program.

Serves as the Records Retention/Records Destruction liaison for Human Resources.

Establish credibility and trust, becoming a trusted advisor to leaders and managers in the organization

Walton Board of County Commissioners DeFuniak Springs, FL 04/2013 – 10/2013

Safety & Loss Control Coordinator

Responsible for handling Walton County’s liability insurance program.

Manages risk management duties in liability for property, auto, general liability, worker’s compensation, Inmate Medical, Petroleum Storage Tank policy, and their renewal processes.

Responsible for the Safety Program and Safety Awareness for the Board of County Commission.

Conducts Accident and Property Damage Investigations.

Facilitates the worker’s compensation process and paperwork.

Serves as a backup for payroll processing procedures.

Assists employees with policy and procedure interpretation.

Facilitates monthly Safety Awareness and Committee meetings.

Involved in the disciplinary process.

Uses safety and human resources abilities to assist and coordinate with other local agencies.

Responsible for division employee evaluation distribution, review and retrieval.

Creates and revise job descriptions with the assistance of that division/department.

Facilitates Employee Relations along with Counseling and Development.

Facilitates, and when needed, participates as a member of the interview panel.

Walton Board of County Commissioners DeFuniak Springs, FL 07/2011 – 04/2013

Safety Coordinator

Responsible for handling counseling and employment relations related personnel issues within the Board of County Commission.

Responsible for the Safety Program and Safety Awareness for the Board of County Commission.

Conducts Accident and Property Damage Investigations.

Facilitates the worker’s compensation process and paperwork.

Assists employees with policy and procedure interpretation.

Facilitates monthly Safety Awareness meetings.

Involved in the disciplinary process pertaining to safety when needed.

Use my safety and human resources abilities to assist and coordinate with other local agencies.

Create and revise job descriptions with the assistance of that division/department.

Facilitates, and when needed, participates as a member of the interview panel.

Walton Board of County Commissioners DeFuniak Springs, FL 01/2010 – 07/2011

Safety & Personnel Coordinator

Responsible for handling employment relations related personnel issues within the Public Works department under the Board of County Commission.

Responsible for the Safety Program and Safety Awareness for the Board of County Commission.

Conducts Accident and Property Damage Investigations.

Facilitates the worker’s compensation process and paperwork.

Assists employees with policy and procedure interpretation.

Facilitates monthly Safety Awareness and Committee meetings.

Involved in the disciplinary process when related to safety and other extenuating circumstances.

Use my safety and human resources abilities to assist and coordinate with other local agencies.

Responsible for division employee evaluation distribution, review and retrieval.

Create and revise job descriptions with the assistance of that division/department.

Wrote job descriptions, organizational chart, and compensation plan for City of DeFuniak Springs, Florida

Employee Relations along with Counseling and Development.

Facilitates, and when needed, participates as a member of the interview panel.

Walton Board of County Commissioners DeFuniak Springs, FL 09/2006 – 01/2010

Employment Coordinator

Responsible for the recruitment and coordination of employment for the municipality of Walton County and the Board of County Commissioners.

Continuous Development, organizing and coordination of the employment/recruiting process for the County and Walton County Department of Corrections.

Operate and train LiveScan electronic fingerprinting device for department of corrections and Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

Access to ATMS and FDLE websites.

Modify and administer all company personnel policies and procedures for the County and the Walton County Department of Corrections.

Provide interpretation, guidance and assistance to all division managers and supervisors of the County, including corrections, in their implementation of personnel policies and procedures.

Create and revise job descriptions with the assistance of that division.

Employee Relations along with Counseling and Development.

Facilitates, and when needed, participates as a member of the interview panel.

Member of various County Committees including the Affordable Workforce Housing Committee in Walton County.

Facilitate the Upward Mobility Program for the County.

Public Speaking.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc. Andalusia, AL 02/2004 – 09/2006

Human Resources Director

Develop, organize and coordinate the personnel function of the company

Establish and administer all company personnel policies and procedures

Provide interpretation, guidance and assistance to all operating managers of the company in their implementation of personnel policy

Assist senior management with development of manpower plans and supporting personnel policies/procedures

Revised and implemented an exempt/non-exempt attendance policy with favorable outcomes

Upgraded medical benefits package

Recruitment on college campus’s and career/job fairs at least 4 times a year.

Organizational Development – Policies and Procedures

Employee Retention plans reviewed for revision at least yearly

Implemented weekly payroll versus bi-weekly payroll, and updated employee handbook

Gave employees knowledge of 401(k) plan and participation went from 48% to 86%

Shaw Industries Group, Incorporated Andalusia, AL 01/2002 – 01/2004

Assistant Human Resources Manager

Full benefits administration and supervision

Employee relations for 1700+ employees in the textile industry

Affirmative Action Program, Public relations, Conflict resolution, Investigations, Internal/external plant

Communications, Unemployment hearings, Tracked and reported attendance/turnover rates

Assisted in review and writing of policy and plant procedures

Facilitated Peer Review Program along with vehicles designed to elicit more feedback between supervisors and employees

Analyzed and reported statistical data

Direct reports include AAP/Benefits Clerk and Human Resource Administrative Secretary

Initiatives resulted in 401(k) enrollment increase from 40% to 75% within a 6 month period

The Hudson Companies, Inc. Troy, AL 11/1999 – 08/2000

Human Resources Generalist

Administered human resources policies, programs and procedures

Responsible for staffing, record maintenance, office management, employee relations, affirmative action, health and safety

Contributed to company profit maximization utilizing human resources techniques such as counseling, disciplinary action investigations, benefits administration, interviewing, cross-training, hiring, and separations

Revised and implemented an attendance and affirmative action policies with favorable outcomes, developed effective strategies for screening and recruitment, Spanish refresher, and key participant in implementation of Intranet and Internet development

Elevated awareness of safety

Facilitated bi-weekly safety committee meetings

Led implementation of computerized O.S.H.A. 200 Log

Handled Workers Compensation claims

Trained and certified 90 employees on proper forklift use and safety

Liquid Container/Plaxicon Company Prattville, AL 06/1997 – 10/1999

Human Resources Assistant

Processed and administered payroll, staffing, employment verifications, office management

Maintained human resources records and various statistical analysis reports

General office duties including receptionist, production and inventory reports, attendance records, filing and typing of memos

Served as safety director responsible for elevating safety awareness, facilitating safety committee meetings and conducting monthly safety audits and implementations

Served as weekend shift supervisor for 60 employees

Participated in integration and training of merger

Manpower Incorporated Montgomery, AL 08/1995 – 06/1997

Payroll Clerk/Customer Service Representative

Processed and the distributed payroll for approximately 900 employees

Processed DHR forms and conducted wage verification

Investigated and resolved lost paychecks

Introduced to marketing Manpower Incorporated services to clients and potential clients

Released individuals from assignments with counseling

Filled job orders and other general office duties

Assumed supervisory and managerial duties as Assignment Coordinator.

993 Thrasher Road

Wetumpka, Alabama 36092

Phone: 850-***-****

E-mail: adn7aj@r.postjobfree.com

Mr. Kebby L. Hall

Human Resources Professional

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