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Work History

• Washington Trust Bank
• HR Generalist
• November 2011 to Present

• Provides professional guidance and support for a wide variety of HR activities, including employee relations, compensation analysis and administration, benefit program support, recruiting, employee on-boarding, and training.

• LarsonAllen
• HR Generalist
• September 2007 to November 2011

• Managed firms national college recruiting program and budget, and Pacific Northwest performance management system. Played a key role in 401(k) administration. Including an RFP, creation of plan documents, annual audits, closure of an employer plan, and employee assistance. Developed annual compensation recommendations including geographic differentials; recommend compensation for employees acquired through acquisition with a focus on benefit comparison. ADP super user, report writer and developer of HR metrics. Collaborated on an RFP process for an HRIS system; Researched, implemented, and conducted training on firms Applicant Tracking System. Spearheaded the business case, creation, and maintenance of a social media presence, including Facebook, QR codes and texting campaigns. Critical support in the integration of mergers and acquisitions.

• Lithia Motors
• Personnel Coordinator/Senior Leader
• August 2004 to August 2007

• Maintained quarterly staffing of over 90%; Insured proper training in H&D compliance, the facilitation of benefit enrollment, and lead new hire orientations. Traveled throughout the US training new personnel coordinators and working with struggling dealerships. Rolled out training for the applicant tracking system to both personnel coordinators and managers, Kenexa. Developed regional print and online employment advertisements. Cultivated relationships with colleges nationwide to become the top college placement coordinator in the company.