Human Resources Manager
Resume:
Kelsey M. Russ
Kennesaw, GA 30144
*********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Highly organized, detailed, service-oriented professional seeking an opportunity in health promotion
KEY STRENGTHS AND QUALIFICATIONS
NCAA Accredited Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor
Uncommon ability to breakdown information and teach it in an understandable fashion
Exceptional ability to connect with and encourage others so they may attain their goals
Several years of experience facilitating workshops, conducting training sessions and public speaking in a professional/corporate environment as well as developing curriculum
Excellent communication skills: able to educate and train others on proper exercise form, nutrition and developing a plan to incorporate healthy habits into their life
Knowledgeable in diabetes management, stress management, nutrition, fitness, weight management, tobacco education and cessation
Trained in Motivational Interviewing to facilitate client behavior change
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Frederick County Health Department, Frederick, MD – July 2010 to March 2012
Tobacco Prevention Specialist
• Facilitate worksite and community based smoking cessation classes which includes identifying triggers, developing a quit plan, coping skills as well as nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and coping skills
• Work closely with the other departments and various organizations to develop and implement community-wide prevention strategies.
• Represent the Smoke Free Maryland Coalition when participating at conferences and health fairs
• Develop press releases and promote Coalition events as well as the Stop Smoking For Life smoking cessation program.
• Work with community agencies, the public and private school system and local businesses to reduce tobacco use, secondhand smoke exposure and prevent tobacco initiation.
Frederick County YMCA, Frederick, MD – August 2008 to Present
Part-time Fitness Instructor
• Teach step aerobics and total body strength training classes.
• Served as fitness coach for the YMCA after school youth fitness program spring semester 2009
• Cover other fitness classes as needed or assist with home school fitness program
• Serve as physical activity guest speaker for “Power to Prevent Diabetes” program
Frederick Community College, Frederick, MD – August 2009 to May 2010
Part-time Adjunct Faculty
• Fall 2009 (7 semester credit hours), Jan Term (6 semester credit hours), Spring 2010 (9 semester credit hours)
• Courses include health education, stress management and body sculpting (strength training)
• Form lesson plans, present material to students, respond to students’ learning needs, and evaluate students’ progress.
• Conduct lectures, generate class discussion and have students participate in action-oriented activities designed to increase awareness and adopt healthy behaviors
• Topics covered include: chronic disease management and prevention, obesity, sexually transmitted disease, exercise, nutrition, tobacco use, behavior modification, psychological health, cognitive restructuring, coping techniques and complementary therapies
Serco, Inc., Reston, VA (Previously Resource Consultants Inc.) – 2006 to 2009 and 2002 to 2004
Senior Human Resources Generalist (layoff due to company reorganization)
• Key functions entail managing companywide recruitment advertising and job posting, employee relations, performance management, benefits and compensation, training, compliance and administrative HR supervision.
• Conduct management training sessions on various topics to include performance appraisals, worker’s compensation, and employment laws, affirmative action, Fair Labor Standards Act and interviewing skills.
• Develop user guides and training materials as well as facilitate training on applicant tracking system
AMSEC, LLC, Virginia Beach, VA – 2005 to 2006 (spouse job transfer to MD)
Business Area Human Resources Manager
• Human resources contact for 1,500 employees in geographically disbursed areas.
• Managed all aspects of human resources including two staff members. Functional areas included affirmative action, policy and procedures, employee relations, benefits, compensation, training, and staffing.
Richmond American Homes (MDC Holdings), Manassas, VA – 2004 to 2005 (spouse job transfer)
Human Resources Manager
• Manage all aspects of the Human Resources Department for the Manassas office of 190 employees.
• Conduct new hire orientation and open enrollment benefit briefings with new employees
• Responsibilities include employee relations, payroll, benefits, compensation, recruitment, performance management, and compliance.
Kitchin Hospitality, LLC, Atlanta, GA - 2000 to 2002 (company downsizing)
Human Resources Manager
• Conduct new hire orientation and open enrollment benefit briefings with new employees
• Areas of responsibility included: administrative supervision; employee relations; payroll liaison; worker’s compensation administration; benefits administration; performance management; recruitment; training; policy and employment compliance.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
• Troy State University, Master of Science in Human Resources Management – 4.0 GPA
• University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Bachelor of Arts: Organizational Communication
• ACE (American Council on Exercise) Certified Personal Trainer
• AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) Certified Group Fitness Instructor
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