CHRISTINA ROUFANIS

Westchester, New York. 917-***-**** adxyib@r.postjobfree.com

Aspiration:

Diplomatic, dedicated, and resourceful professional seeking to translate over two decades of relevant HR skills to build teams for organizational growth, performance, productivity, and competitive business advantage.

Expertise:

Align HR Functions with Business Objectives ● Direct Recruitment Processes ● Make Hiring Decisions ● Compile Data for Budget and Benefits Planning ● Authenticate Regulatory Compliance ● Resolve Disputes for Better Outcomes ● Conduct Performance Surveys ● Design Employee Engagement and Consensus Initiatives ● Implement Training and Mentorship Programs.

Education & Credentials:

University of Phoenix, M.S. Degree, I/O Psychology, GPA 3.84

University of Phoenix, B.A. Degree, Human Services & Management, GPA 3.67

Member: Society of Human Resources Management.

Relevant Experiences:

HTA of New York, Ardsley, NY February 2022-Present

Human Resources Director

Recruits, interviews, and on-boards new personnel for various positions including conducting background checks.

Maintains up-to-date personnel information and work history files.

Administers employee benefits and complies data on additions, terminations, and changes.

Evaluates and advises on the drafting and maintenance of various company policies and procedures, the employee handbook, and new hire paperwork.

Ensures privacy policies protecting employees, clients, and the company in accordance with company Human Resource Policy and governmental laws and regulations including HIPAA and FERPA.

Performs ad hoc project work to support the Human Resources Department.

Establishes compliance materials and training practices with all relevant government agencies, including: the NYS Department of Health, Department of Education, and the Office of Children and Family Services.

Utilizes and maintains the organization of compliance monitoring databases and tracking softwares.

Manages the administrative and operative needs of the office, including reviewing and approving supply requisitions, serving as the point of contact for hired cleaning services, and overseeing office correspondences.

Enhances company morale and promotes a positive work atmosphere through open and professional communication with management and employees

Chicken Soup for the Soul, Cos Cob, CT September 2019-March 2020

Human Resources Manager (Contract)

Recruited, interviewed, and on-boarded new personnel for various positions including conducting background checks.

Maintained up-to-date personnel information and work history files.

Prepared bi-weekly payroll materials and administered employee benefits.

Advised on the drafting and maintenance of the company human resource manual and payroll policy.

Ensured privacy policies protecting employees and the company in accordance with company Human Resource Policy and governmental laws and regulations.

Monitored all pay practices and systems for effectiveness and cost containment.

Performed ad hoc project work to support HR and Payroll needs.

Established and maintained compliance materials and training practices with all existing governmental and labor legal and government reporting requirements.

CHRISTINA ROUFANIS

Westchester, New York. 917-***-**** adxyib@r.postjobfree.com

Flat Rate Moving, Bronx, NY January 2019-August 2019

Human Resources Manager (Contract)

Hired 146 new personnel for various positions including conducting background checks and drug-testing.

Compiled data utilizing ‘Paychex’ system for tracking new hires, interviews, offers made, terminations, and incident reports for the Bronx, New York City, New Jersey, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.

Systemized internal policies across the organization from the front-line managers, officers to the CEO.

Established personnel performance reviews and submission of the annual EEO-1 reports as required.

Presided over promotion reviews, wage evaluations, dispute proceedings, and internal demotions.

Developed statistical analyses of recruitment system, methodology and effectiveness.

Communicated vital information across the organization and held weekly meetings to align business growth objectives and increase productivity.

Rye Neck Schools, Mamaroneck, NY April 2018-December 2018

Human Resources Assistant Director (Generalist Contract Position)

Posted, qualified and hired 52 personnel utilizing OLYAS system, and tracked terminations using the Nvision.

Revamped training, orientation, certification and evaluation metrics for nearly 200 employees.

Streamlined personnel data and created monitoring reports using AESOP, Frontline, and TEACH systems.

Liaison with Westchester County Civil Service and Benefit Vendors on eligibility and employee disputes.

Examined staff quality and fulfillment requirements in adherence to Federal, State, and local regulations.

Filed annual 195 forms to the IRS on benefits compensation and payroll records for compliance.

Verified information on departmental functions and integrated policies and procedures of the school district.

Prepared personnel action reports for the Board of Education meetings and budgetary reviews.

Visiting Angels, White Plains, NY October 2017-April 2018

Human Resources Manager (Contract Position)

Recruited nearly 450 ‘Home Health Aides’ and ‘Caregivers’ employees utilizing Clear Care system software.

Created and Consolidated reporting systems for tracking Paid Time Off, client feedbacks, disciplinary actions.

Modernized and updated personnel files including pertinent health and welfare benefits

Assembled performance reports for corporate directors using Health Commerce System for health certification, and EZ Start software for all operational staff positions.

Instituted emergency procedures, training, and quality assurance in compliance with OSHA Standards.

Evaluated and approved FMLA requests for regulatory compliance.

The Bristal (Senior Assisted Living) White Plains, NY December 2016-October 2017

Human Resources Director (as well as, Acting General Business Executive)

Partnered with senior management to develop HR budgets and documentation for over 500 employees.

Verified eligibility, interviewed, and hired personnel using Sterling Talent Solutions.

Maintained, updated personnel files, and produced status reports for corporate directors via Health Commerce System and EZ Start software for 180 operational positions.

Prepared and processed payrolls through ADP interface and CompuCare Software System.

Monitored employee claims using Aetna, Oxford, Net Claim, Comes Cobra, and AFLAC business solutions.

Investigated and documented “incident” reports for workers compensation claims.

Cultivated employee morale and loyalty by creating innovative ‘employee recognition’ programs, hosting events, clear communications across the facility.

Supervised the management of the entire facility during the absence of the Executive Director.

Prepared financial reports, billing summaries, and accounts receivable reports for Comptroller.

Advanced positive community and corporate brand image internally and for community functions.

CHRISTINA ROUFANIS

Westchester, New York. 917-***-**** adxyib@r.postjobfree.com

Kmart/Sears, White Plains, NY March 2008-December 2016

Human Resource Manager

Singularly hired on average 26 - 50 employees per week for variety of full-time and part-time positions, seasonal hires, as well as over 15 ‘managerial’ positions in collaboration with Senior Corporate Managers.

Utilized IBM® Kenexa® BrassRing software to recruit, engage, and hire top talent for senior positions.

Instituted OWB and WFM software systems for Work Force Management guidelines and practices.

Determined payroll for store employees, including overtime and time accruals.

Conducted training programs via Segno systems and interfaced with different teams for continued mentorship.

PC Richards, NY March 1992-2000

Office Manager/Human Resource Manager

Managed Offices

Interviewed and hired full-time and part-time positions, seasonal hires.

Determined payroll for store employees, including overtime and time accruals.

Conducted training programs.

Software & Systems Technical Skills:

ADP, Paychex, Kronos ● Microsoft Office, QuickBooks ● Verification systems such as IntelliCorp, Empire Consulting, Health Commerce System, EZ Start, HRIS, AcquireTM Talent Management, among others.

Administration of Myers-Briggs Type Indicator method.

Significant Attributes:

Flexible Decision-Maker: Ability to listen, partner with corporate senior team, and adjust recruitment procedures to meet the demands and goals of business departments.

Collaborative: Successfully assimilate, transition and socialize employees for acquisition of necessary skills, and behaviors to build cohesive and productive team structures.

Effective: Safeguard, incorporate and cultivate organizational culture on all levels of hiring and promotions in accordance with corporate policies.

Rigorous Process-Thinker: Authenticate and ensure compliance with known federal, state, industry-specific and local labor laws in training, terminations and hiring practices.

Industries: Diverse experiences across Business, Retail, Education and Adult Healthcare industry-sectors.

Community Participation & Volunteerism:

Sunday School Teacher for 4th graders for 15 years.

Certified as a “Den Leader” for Boy Scouts of America.

Volunteered for a “Soup Kitchen” serving food to the homeless.

Participated in a “Teen Boutique” - distribution of clothing and personal items for disadvantaged teenaged and younger girls.

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