CATONIA L. ANDERSON-MHRM
*** **** **** ******, *******, IL 60619 Phone: 773-***-**** Email:*********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
• A Professional in Human Resources with experience in employee relations, recruitment, and diversity services. Self-motivated and adaptable to any industry. Great interpersonal and communication skills.
• 10 years of experience dealing directly with staff union/non-union. Strong leadership, supervisory and organizational skills. Working knowledge of employment law and Best Practices. Managed all HR functions for 200+ employees and building relationships.
• Proven ability to learn and comprehend new laws, regulations, policies and compliance issues.
HR & TECHNICAL SKILLS
• HRIS/HRMS Systems • Training and Development • Peopleclick • MS Word
• Employee counseling • Recruitment & Diversity • PeopleSoft • MS Excel
• Employee Relations • HR Policies and Procedure • Kronos • MS PowerPoint
• Orientation and Onboarding • Payroll Administration • Best System • MS Outlook
• Employment Law • Confidential record Keeping • Disciplinary Procedures • Lotus Notes
CERTIFICATION DePaul University Chicago, Illinois
Professional Human Resources Certificate (PHR) December 2011
(Anticipated Exam Date January 2012)
Commissioned Notary Public, State of Illinois
EDUCATION Keller Graduate School of Management Chicago, Illinois
Masters of Human Resource Management December 2011
SCHOOL Employment Law, Benefits, Negotiation Skills, HR Management:
PROJECTS FMLA, ADA, ADEA, OSHA, Title VII, FLSA, Cobra, LOA, EEO
Chicago State University Chicago, Illinois
Bachelors of Science in Business Administration May 2009
Concentration, Human Resource Management
ORGANIZATIONS Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) member since 2007
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE)
ACHIEVEMENTS & EXPERIENCE
RAILS (Arlington Resources) Burr Ridge, Illinois
Human Resources Representative/Recruiting Coordinator-Contract (8/2011-Present)
Hands on management of full-life cycle recruitment processes across a full spectrum of hires,
positions include but not limited to IT professionals, Staff Accountants, Drivers and Management
Assisting managers with hiring procedures, screening of candidates, and coordinating interviews; Prepares new hire packages; Sending out letters to unsuccessful candidates
Insures that Human Resource files and records are maintained in accordance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures.
Implementing new policies and procedures; Analyzing/rewriting job descriptions; Determining job status (exempt/non-exempt) based on FLSA standards
Designed an ATS in excel
Playing a key role in ensuring the successful launch of RAILS merger
Processes background checks, references checks, and MVR History; Building Vendor relationships
Assisting with the day-to-day efficient operation of the office.
CATONIA L. ANDERSON CONTINUED
Personified-CareerBuilder Chicago, Illinois
Talent Consultant-Contract (11/2010-05/2011)
Screened, interviewed and presented candidates to meet client needs and expectations (Management, Finance, Sales, Entry Level and Maintenance positions)
Responsible for source and screen project for over 100 open requisitions; Developed relationship with clients
Maintained and documented candidate communication within the designated Excel/ATS and the Personified process; Followed recruitment process as documented for assigned projects
Maintained job postings on internet sites for 100+ clients; Provided project updates as requested by management; Completed all administration functions of the recruitment process
NORC (Addison Search) Chicago, Illinois
Human Resources Representative-Contract (9/2010-11/2010)
Conduct group interviews, initiate background investigations using Hireright, process new hire paperwork, conduct new hire orientations and audit HR files
Prescreen applicants, source using an ATS and make job offers
Run Ad hoc reports daily
Support Human Resources Manager with general assistance
Assisting with ER, coaching sessions and disciplinary actions
BRINKS Inc. Chicago, Illinois
Human Resources Generalist (3/2010-9/2010)
Source, prescreen applicants, coordinate schedules with hiring managers, schedule interviews, initiate background checks and drug screens, process new hire paperwork, conduct new hire orientation and onboarding new staff, conduct exit interviews
Responsible for providing support and guidance to managers and employees on HR related issues, including benefits, compensation, recruiting, employee development, safety, employee relations, incentives and activities
Act as a liaison between employees and supervisors
Coordinate FMLA, Workers’ Comp., and STD, maintain personnel and medical files
Maintain records of hourly employees, initiate disciplinary action letters
HR support for Hammond, Rockford and Milwaukee branches; Assist in Succession Planning
Order uniforms and supplies
Responsible for DOT compliance, random drug testing, accident and injury reports
WALGREENS Co. Deerfield, Illinois
Human Resources - Recruitment & Diversity Services (5/2008-8/2008)
Management Trainee (6/2007-5/2008)
Duties performed: sourcing, recruiting, phone screening, updating graphic presentations for new hire orientations, and selecting interview applicants for distribution centers nationally
Coordinate schedules with hiring managers; successfully recruited Human Resources Generalist, Function managers and maintenance managers
Provided current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and opportunities for promotion and employee benefits
Supported Human Resources Manager with general assistance; Created interview questions and human resources documents based on specific job positions
Prepare interim forecast and internal performance analysis while demonstrating sound business judgment and well developed analytical skills
Organize orientation for new employees and training both new and old employees regarding changes in retail business Train, coach and motivate new employees
FOLEY & LARDNER LLP Chicago, Illinois
Receptionist/HR-Legal Assistant (12/1999-12/2006)