Human Resource Professional

Shannon Almadrones

Professional Summary

Experienced human resources generalist with a successful track record in associate training, employee retention, compensation & benefits administration, and resource management. Enthusiastic and business-focused team builder with HRIS experience, and expertise in staff planning, training, and team building.

Summary of Skills & Accomplishments

• Reduced associate turnover by 40% by developing and implementing new training and orientation programs

• Decreased workplace accidents by 60% through implementation of new safety training program

• Experienced in applicant screening; employee orientation, evaluations; safety training; and benefits planning

• Strong communicator – verbal and written – across all organizational levels; discreet, ethical, and reliable

Professional Experience

Human Resource and Accounting Supervisor Maggiano’s Little Italy; Tampa, FL 10/04 – 1/09

• Developed & implemented firm-wide training and diversity initiatives, resulting in a 40% reduction of employee turnover

• Ensured compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations, and implemented best practices for compensation, benefits, payroll, employee relations and staffing.

• Managed HRIS including use of the applicant tracking system, payroll and time attendance software.

• Maintained 150 associate files in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements

• Directed payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely payment for a team of 150 associates

• Processed all salary changes, promotions, bonuses, and pay adjustments.

• Managed daily cash receipts of $35,000, including gratuities

• Applied fundamental business and human resource concepts to establish effective working relationships with managers, associates, corporate HQ, and the community.

Supervisor & Staff Trainer

Southwood Academy, Bozeman MT 10/99 – 7/02

• Directed continuing professional development (CPD) for all teachers, ensuring appropriate systems and resources are in place to facilitate professional reviews and teacher development

• Responsible for the strategic direction of the school through development of HR policies, job descriptions, and hiring practices, and ensuring policy implementation and compliance

• Responsible for the management and supervision and support of associates and community volunteers working at the school.

• Promoted and improved staff efficiency through development of staffing models in accordance with school quality standards

General Manager Xanterra Parks & Resorts, Yellowstone National Park, WY 6/96 – 10/98

• Led all departments for a $6MM seasonal resort with over 200 full-time employees. Managed Human Resources, Engineering, Accounting , Hotel, and F&B Operations

• Conducted personnel hiring, training and performance evaluations for 500 seasonal staff

• Ensured compliance with federally-mandated personnel policies for the National Park Service and Xanterra

• Executed and monitored consistent disciplinary action – including termination - on location.

• Controlled and accurately reported payroll and supply budgets to corporate, accurately maintaining all associate records and timecards

Education

Florida Metropolitan University, Tampa FL

Bachelor of Arts: Business Administration/Human Resources; Magna Cum Laude

Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA

Bachelor of Science: Psychology

Skills

Experience with HRIS, PeopleSoft, SAP, Microsoft Office, Micros Training, Coaching, Compensation & Benefits Administration, Associate Reviews & Performance, Job Descriptions, Recruiting, Regulatory Compliance, Employee Relations PHRC in Fall 2009

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