Summary of Qualifications

• Experienced in human resources industry with progressive responsibilities.
• In-depth understanding of federal and state rules and regulations.
• Adept at providing exceptional benefits administration.
• Adept at developing strong, long-term relationships with benefit providers and account representatives.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Well received, tactful team player who thrives within group environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio, Adobe, ADP, Vantage, and LuminX.

Work Experience

Confidential
Energy Cranes is the world’s leading offshore crane and mechanical handling contractor supporting the oil and gas industry, with 30 years experience in offshore crane management and engineering.

Confidential Houston, TX 7/2008 – 11/2009 Senior Human Resources Generalist

• Responsible for all day to day Human Resources operations for two Houston offices.
• Managed, coached, and mentored the Human Resources Generalist and Summer Intern, as well as served as the primary contact for all US Human Resources Representatives.
• Responsible for the execution of the healthcare and benefit strategy through the design and implementation of various benefit programs including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic and Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short & Long Term Disability, Cancer, Accidental, COBRA and 401k Retirement plans.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws, including COBRA, ARRA, ERISA, HIPAA, and FMLA.
• Conducted benefit renewal process to include: plan design, employer/employee cost control, open enrollment meetings, one on one employee sessions, and vendor implementation processes.
• Introduced Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings Account for the 2009 plan year.
• Ensured effective communication strategies are being deployed to intensify employee engagement and consumer responsibility in an effort to control employer/employee benefit costs.
• Implementation of a full scope Wellness plan to include biometric screening, health risk assessment, and online/telephonic health coaching.
• Prepared, maintained, and updated job descriptions for all Energy Cranes positions. Posted job openings, attended job fairs, screened resumes, and interviewed candidates.
• Responsible for on-boarding process to include New Hire Orientation, Safety induction, Quality induction, and IT induction.
• Coached, counseled, and guided managers through the execution of employee performance appraisal process by helping supervisors identify employee’s skills, knowledge, and training needs to ensure sustainable and high performance results.
• Served on the Project Management team for the design, implementation, and rollout of a Talent Management System through SuccessFactors.
• Conducted supervisory training for employment law issues including but not limited to FMLA, Sexual Harassment, Hiring, Firing, Discrimination, Documentation and Safety.
• Managed employee recognition programs for years of service and value adding performance.
• Oversee drug testing programs for DOT/Non-DOT employees to maintain compliance with our customers and the Department of Transportation regulations.
• Partnered with management on annual company policy revisions and educating employees on any updates/changes.
• Adept at interpreting and communicating information regarding company policies and procedures to employees at various locations.
• Recognized for tactful, delicate and successful handling of difficult individual employee issues, gaining trust of colleagues throughout company.

Confidential
Superior Offshore International Inc. was an industry leader in offshore subsea construction, with 20 years experience in commercial diving and salvage. Superior Offshore International Inc. declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April 2008.

Confidential Houston, TX 8/2007 – 6/2008 Human Resources Supervisor

• Managed all day to day Human Resources operations for the corporate office.
• Ensured compliance and communication of company policies and procedures along with state and federal laws regarding employment practices.
• Special projects included: designed and conducted new employee orientations, broad based compensation plan for 2008, open enrollment, and employee handbook.
• Engaged in resolution of specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries.
• Developed and streamlined HR systems and procedures, providing greater efficiency.

Superior Offshore International Debtor in Possession - Human Resources Supervisor

• Responsible for all matters relating to compensation and benefits.
• Direct responsibility for implementation and administration for entire employee benefit system, including life, medical dental, Short/Long Term disability, and COBRA insurance programs.
• Effectively coordinated with brokers/vendors to resolve employee claim, billing, and eligibility issues.
• Selected to be a primary member of the Company’s restructuring team, working closely with the Chief Restructuring Officer to close down business operations and accumulate documents necessary for Company’s bankruptcy filing.

Confidential HRHouston Group is a human resources and benefits consulting company committed to providing quality human resources services and products to clients across varied industries and professions. Confidential Dallas, TX 10/2006 – 8/2007 Human Resources/ Benefits Assistant

• Responsible for performing a variety of human resources duties including employee service recognition programs, processing TWC unemployment claim responses and appeals, pre-employment screenings, and employee trainings.
• Assisted with problem solving, project planning, development, and execution of various benefit programs such as open enrollment and new hire orientation.
• Implemented employee benefit coordination for employee population of over 800.
• Served as a liaison between all benefit carriers/vendors/employees to resolve employee claim, billing, and eligibility issues.
• Extensive knowledge of benefit plans along with HSA and FSA. Ensured the company’s compliance for all COBRA and HIPAA regulations.

Confidential Washington, DC 05/2003 – 06/2003

Congressional Intern

• Engaged in legislative research, drafted correspondence to constituents, closely followed legislative voting, and attended congressional hearings/briefings.
• Maintained quality relationships with local constituents by conducting tours of the US Capitol. Responsible for educating on national and state history.

Education
Professional in Human Resources Projected December 2009
Achievements/Activities

• Laverne and T. J. Plunkett and Bruce McMillan Scholarship Award Recipient
• Callaway House Council – 2002-2003 President (Residence Hall)
• Brazos County Rape Crisis Center – Hotline Volunteer
• YoungLife Volunteer Leader – Austin, Texas
• Junior League of Houston – Houston, Texas
• Community and Volunteer Outreach- American Heart Association, Chevron Jingle Bell Run, and Texas Children’s Hospital