DEIRDRE L. DAVIS
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Silvis, Illinois 61282 Cell: 309-***-****
SUMMARY
Experienced in Human Resource with over 6 years experience with a demonstrated knowledge of Human Resource Systems including Federal and State regulations. Known for integrity, decisiveness and professionalism.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Outstanding record for winning un-employment cases due to strict adherence to procedures and EEOC laws and excellent employment documentation.
Continued winner of “Employee of the Month Award” for outstanding service and dedication.
Extensive experience of and benefit packages, workman’s compensation, research and negotiation.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with proven ability to handle delicate situations.
Strength in organization and multi-tasking and prioritizing assuring maximum outcome.
Proficient computer skills with experience in PeopleSoft, MyTeam, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, H.I.R.E, and H.R.I.S. and ADP; learn job specific software easily.
Adept at developing and maintaining administrative procedures to reduce redundancy, improve accuracy and efficiency, and assist in defining and improving achievable organizational objectives.
EDUCATION
PATRICIA STEVENS FASHION & SECRETARIAL COLLEGE, Omaha, NE Diploma, Secretarial, 1982
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Human Resources
• Provide supervision for 10 to 12 employees providing training and support resulting in a smooth running team.
• Accurately maintain employee files reflecting attendance, performance, disciplines, raises, trainings, benefits and terminations if necessary.
• Consistently win unemployment hearings through accurate documentation and procedural terminations saving the company thousands of dollars and promoting the integrity of the company.
• Perform liaison duties to corporate departments including: Benefit Specials, Employee Credit Accounts, Corporate Payroll and Workman’s Compensation, Pension, to troubleshoot issues in the beginning stages through investigation and problem solving; trained to work in a union setting.
• Hold Benefit and 401K meetings as necessary presenting changes and benefits; administer all benefits.
• Update the time keeping system to more accurately reflect time spent for cost analysis and documentation.
• Perform payroll verification on a weekly basis assuring benefits, time off, hours worked reflect accuracy.
• Perform all recruiting duties working with the community to promote the positive working atmosphere and benefits of the company; perform interviews, hire, verify qualifications, references, and assure training is in place.
• Initiate internal job postings and update current openings.
• Organize, chair and attend corporate and department head meetings to help maintain focus on goals and objectives and troubleshoot potential issues that impede those processes.
• Certified trainer with ability to organize, schedule and facilitate multiple training sessions.
• Successfully act as liaison to the community through organization of various sales and other involvements.
• Continually work on polices and procedures to accurately reflect Corporate goals and objectives following strict Federal and State guidelines; stay abreast of all new legal guidelines to protect company and employees.
PROFESSIONAL WORK HISTORY
MS. D’S LITTLE ANGELS HOME DAYCARE, Silvis, Illinois 2006 – Present
Owner
CLARION HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER, Davenport, Iowa 2005 – 2006
Director of Human Resources
INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP, HOLIDAY INN BRAND, CLARION, Davenport, Iowa 2002 – 2005
Director of Human Resources
CARSON PIRIE SCOTT & CO.,DIVISION, SAKS, INC., Aurora, Illinois 1999 – 2002
Assistant Human Resource Manager
DREYER MEDICAL CLINIC, Aurora, Illinois 1995 – 1997
Receptionist