Results-driven professional eager to contribute existing skills to a rewarding career opportunity in human resources.

         Experienced in recruitment, processing on boarding information for newly hired employees and conducting in-depth training to boost performance.

         Recognized for the ability to maintain strict adherence to company policies and procedures throughout daily operations.

         Dynamic interpersonal skills instrumental to fostering positive relationships and simplifying complex concepts.

Midwest; Administrative / Human Resource Assistant 2005-Present

         Perform various human resource services including payroll processing and employee relations management.

         Utilize strong organizational abilities to successfully coordinate various types of events.

         Contribute extensively to recruitment / team building initiatives; involved in interviewing and hiring of new employees.

Beautycounter; Independent Sales Rep / Advocate 2017-Present

         Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills while forming positive relationships with prospective and existing clients.

         Strategically identify individual needs and make knowledge-based product recommendations to ensure fulfillment.

Fletcher Jones, Chicago, IL; HR Consultant 2003-2005

         Contributed extensively to development of human resources department; created detailed documents, including an employee handbook, to outline all company procedures.

         Performed in-depth training to significantly boost team performance.

         Utilized strong organizational abilities to successfully oversee payroll processing, compensation plans and benefits administration.

Celtic Insurance, Chicago, IL; HR Manager 2000-2003

         Heavily involved in on boarding processes for newly hired employees; conducted orientations and performed in-depth training.

         Succeeded in managing employee relations; maintained detailed records of incidents while ensuring strict adherence to company policies.

CNA Unisource; HR Generalist 1997-2000

         Fulfilled key human resources role overseeing all day to day operations within a start-up environment.

         Leveraged strong leadership skills to facilitate new hire orientations and complete in-depth training to boost productivity.

         Demonstrated excellent communication skills throughout daily interactions; promptly resolved inquiries regarding benefits, payroll and company policies.

HR Training

SHRM Member

Volunteer, Roscoe Village & Saint Andrew School Communities; 2012-Present

Participate and facilitate numerous community events annually; use strong organizational abilities to create effective marketing and fundraising strategies.