HR Manager
Resume:
Dear Hiring Manager,
In response to your posting for an available Human Resources position, I am enclosing my resume for your review. Given my proven record of work performance and experience in Human Resources Management, I would like to be considered for the position.
I pride myself on being a results oriented, hands-on individual with progressive management experience. An evaluation of my resume will further acquaint you with my background and qualifications for this position.
In review of my resume, you will note my growth and experience. What it cannot illustrate, however, is the degree of dedication, resourcefulness, and professionalism that I can offer. A personal conversation will enable us to discuss how I can contribute to the success of your company. I look forward to pursuing this relationship with you in the near future.
Sincerely,
Ashlee Bryant
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Ashlee Bryant
_14415 Lemoli Avenue _ Hawthorne, CA _ 562-***-****/ 310-***-**** _ ******.******@*****.***
Human Resources Manager
Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) with additional state certification in California (PHR-CA) offering a 7-year HR career distinguished by commended performance and proven results.
Extensive background in HR generalist affairs, including experience in employee recruitment and retention, staff development, mediation, conflict resolution, benefits and compensation, HR records management, HR policies development and legal compliance.
Demonstrated success in negotiating win-win compromises, developing teambuilding programs, and writing personnel manuals, corporate policies, job descriptions and management reports.
HR Skills
Employment Law
FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC
Mediation & Advocacy
HR Policies & Procedures
Staff Recruitment & Retention
Employee Relations
Benefits Administration
Orientation & On-Boarding
Training & Development
Performance Management
Organizational Development
C A Labor Law
Professional Experience
Bay Screens and Shades – Santa Monica, CA
Manufacturer of window coverings, shades, and screens
HR Consultant, Present (contract position)
_ Provides management interface for accurate administration of unemployment claims, policy interpretation, and termination issues by working with and providing assistance to involved managers.
_ Recruits for any openings that become available within the industry, handles payroll, new hire orientations , and employee terminations
_ Formally recognized on many occasions by client surveys for outstanding problem resolution in dealing with employee issues.
_ Provides coaching to Managers on progressive discipline issues resulting in win-win resolutions.
_ Maintaines and consistently resolves a caseload of 25-30 Employee Relations issues per month pertaining to conflict resolution, policy interpretation, documentation of disciplinary action, and progressive disciplinary issues
Apex Systems, Inc. Los Angeles, CA
Provides IT staffing solutions for small and mid-sized companies.
HR Manager, 2008 to 2011
Recruited to help open new company branch in Los Angeles, guiding the startup and management of a full spectrum of HR operations, systems and programs. Worked with senior management to create HR policies and procedures; recruit employees; create group benefits databases; and develop orientation, training and incentive programs. Manage leave-of-absence programs and personnel records; administer benefits enrollment and programs; administer HR budget; and handle HR generalist workplace issues.
Key Duties:
Played a key role in ensuring the successful launch of Los Angeles office. Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, benefits packages, incentives and new-employee orientation.
Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization. Personal efforts were cited as the driving force behind branch’s employee-retention rate of 89% within an industry where high turnover is the norm.
Recruited for positions I was unfamiliar with (specialized positions), however, excelled in the field of recruiting where 90% of the position was based on recruiting. Due to my efforts, the LA Branch was awarded the annual Apex award for employee retention, and awarded the highest no. of contract positions for a new branch.
Brought workers’ compensation program into full compliance. Instituted preferred providers list and trained managers and associates on procedures to follow in case of injury.
Managed, investigated, and resolved all employee grievances.
Administered weekly payroll for 200 + contractors and internal employees
Managed unemployment claims/ hearings.
Supervised an administrative assistant and receptionist.
Professional Experience (continued)
Channel M. Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Sized Media Company specializing in entertainment programming
HR Manager, 2005-2008
Fulfilled a broad range of HR functions, including recruiting and training employees, administering benefits, overseeing disciplinary action and managing HR records. Administered bi-weekly payroll, implemented new hire process and performed exit interviews.
Key Duties:
Provided HR leadership and guidance to meet the company’s financial goals.
Created and implemented company policies and procedures, and provided direction to managers/ supervisors regarding employee relations, progressive discipline and performance improvement plans.
Devised creative and cost-effective incentive and morale-boosting programs (including special events and a tiered awards structure) that increased employee satisfaction and productivity.
Reworked new-hire orientation program to include HR information and company resources.
Saved company thousands of dollars every month by reducing reliance on employment agencies.
Reduced the cost of the office services budget by 45 % .
Education & Certifications
aMERICAN iNTERCONTINETAL uNIVERSITY
Associates of Arts (AA) in Human Resources Management, 2005
University of Phoenix
Bachelors of Science (BS) in Human Resources Management, in progress
International Career Development Center
Business Office Management Certifications, 2002
HR Designations:
PHR-CA (Professional in Human Resources with CA state-specific certification), 2008
PHR (Professional in Human Resources), 2006
Of Note
Professional Development:
Complete ongoing training in the areas of compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, leaves of absence, workers’ compensation and workplace safety/security.
Affiliations:
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Staffing Management Association (SMA) of Southern CA
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