Human Resources Professional

ANDREA GATAS

Louisville, KY ***** ∙ *******@*****.*** ∙ 716-***-****

Certifications: HR Management ∙ Recruiting & Hiring ∙ ADA ∙ COBRA ∙ FMLA ∙ Compensation ∙ Performance Management

American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) Certified

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

An attentive, dynamic, and diligent Human Resources professional proficient in recruiting, performance management, and employment laws. Proven success leading others, managing relationships, and adding value to projects in a timely manner.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IBM Global Business Services ∙ Human Capital Management Consultant ∙ Armonk, NY 200*-****-****

Leadership and supporting roles in multiple million dollar projects to improve processes and methods at client sites.

 Leveraged PeopleSoft HR to enhance HR transactions, including terminations, transfers, and approval procedures.

 Managed 4 people as Testing Lead to ensure functionality of computer applications and train managers on utilization.

 Teamed up with client project manager to pursue project goals; became extended on project 3 times because of client trust.

 Oracle classroom training in HCM PeopleSoft 9.0, PeopleSoft Recruiting Solutions, and ePerformance PeopleSoft 9.0.

Cover Up ∙ Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer ∙ Potsdam, NY 2005

Managed group of 30 people to establish and operate team paraphernalia business to raise money for Mercy Ships Charity.

 Worked with HR Department to create job descriptions that align with EEO regulations and to ensure proper recruitment, performance management, and documentation. Developed motivating unpaid volunteer/employee empowerment strategies to operate with less than 10% tardiness and 1% absences. Resulted in team raising over $2,000 to donate to Mercy Ships.

 Maintained clear lines of communication between all departments to anticipate and tackle issues head-on.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Lytespeed Computers ∙ Director of Human Resources ∙ Rochester, NY 2009

Anticipated and managed all employment law complexities associated with our expanding family-run computer business.

 Established robust job descriptions, policies, documentation, and written procedures to reflect EEO compliance necessities.

 Trained employees and management on HR strategies and equipped company for external and internal development.

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) ∙ VP of PR ∙ Potsdam, NY 2006-2007

 Developed HR skills in students and peers through various team-building exercises and hands-on HR strategy workshops.

 Arranged volunteer events with compassionate organizations, such as Renewal House (home for abuse victims).

Relay for Life ∙ Chairman of Contests ∙ Potsdam, NY 2006

 Managed group of 15 people through facilitation of meetings and team-building to conduct successful contest program.

 Gained support from local businesses, which grew interest of entire community and increased attendance and profits.

American Association of University Women (AAUW) ∙ Negotiations Winner ∙ Potsdam, NY 2008

 Learned intricacies of salary negotiation process and common pitfalls/struggles, especially for women, through seminars.

 Exemplified hiring process and salary negotiation skills through essay, interactive role-play, and on-stage demonstration.

Supplementary Leadership Activities:

 Experience, Inc. Defining Moments Program at Enterprise Rent-a-Car with VP of Recruiting ∙ October 2007

 Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization ∙ 2005-2006

EDUCATION

BS ∙ Business Management ∙ Concentration in HR ∙ Clarkson University ∙ Potsdam, NY ∙ 2008

 Presidential Scholar: Fall 2006 ∙ Dean’s List: Spring 2006, Fall 2007, Spring 2008

 GPA: 3.388/Major GPA: 3.583

Study Abroad at Malta University Link Campus ∙ Rome, Italy ∙ Spring 2007

 Developed knowledge of international HR law and cultural differences in the workplace. Strategized with local businesses, such as Bulgari, to learn their methods of adjustment of HR practices in foreign markets.

 Adapted and familiarized with new culture and language barriers, while maintaining academic responsibilities.

 Maintained poise while being completely independent; strengthening confidence, maturity and perceptions.

Clarkson School ∙ Potsdam, NY ∙ 2005

 Forfeited senior year of high school to benefit from education opportunities of beginning college one year early.

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