Deborah L. Shokouhzadeh, PHR
**** * ********, **********, ******* 47714 812/459-5288 u7dpbe@r.postjobfree.com
Objective I am an experienced professional seeking a position wherein I can utilize my knowledge and skill toward the organization’s mission and goals.
Experience
11-03-08 to 08-22-11 Bernardin, Lochmueller & Associates, Inc.
Director of Human Resources
Oversee the Human Resources Department – multiple locations
Assist managers with employee engagement, communication, training, and discipline when needed.
Responsible for maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local laws; create and update Employee Handbook, policies and procedures as necessary.
Benefits Administrator, including FMLA, etc.
Recruiting of candidates for all aspects of the organization
Manage the HRIS/Payroll System; assist with payroll when needed
Training of staff on sexual harassment, FMLA, communication, and other topics as required and necessary.
Investigate and resolve conflicts/complaints, work directly with attorneys and management on law suits and other legal employment issues.
EEO Coordinator/AAP Administrator
Manage and upkeep of employee personnel files
United Way Coordinator
08-11-99 to 10-31-08 City of Evansville
Deputy Director/Personnel Specialist
Labor/employee relations, contract negotiations, and grievance meetings
Unions include, Police, Fire, Teamsters, & Amalgamated Transit Workers
Create, administer, and implement the Employee handbook, policies, and benefits
Implementation and maintenance of the Ultimate Software HRIS/Payroll system and MSI time and attendance system; process payroll and complete salary and benefit surveys when necessary
FMLA Administrator for the City of Evansville
Administer and track leave benefit to all full and part time employees on an intermittent and consistent basis.
Conduct internal investigations and provide training on FMLA and Sexual Harassment
Prepare for and represent the City of Evansville at all IU Hearings
Provide assistance in administering Group Health Insurance/Cobra
Assist in preparation of the annual department budget for Personnel, Payroll, Hospitalization, & WC/Safety
Education
June 2009 University of Evansville
GPA 3.8
BS Liberal Arts
Professional & Honors
2008 Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society
2007 University of Evansville’s Dean List
2007 National Dean’s List 2007 American Nursing Care Professional Advisory Group Member
2007 The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
2002 HRCI - PHR Certification 2001 Human Resources Certificate 1997 Office Professional Certificate
References Upon Request