Tammy Howell, SHRM-CP

Experience

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  Beau Rivage

  Jul 2000 - Dec 2005

  Employment Manager

  Directed a staff of six employment representatives in a high volume employment center to ensure all available means were being utilized so that the best possible applicants were being referred to departments and considered for hire. Administered commendations, discipline and performance evaluations to personnel as required and/or as necessary. Managed recruitment process to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and policies. Ensured customer satisfaction by inspiring and leading a knowledgeable and courteous staff. Conducted assessments of departments to ensure all advertising and recruiting needs were met. Completed all requests for outside advertising needs as well as processed internal job transfers .Maintained Paperless Application System to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Performed new hire paperwork, drug testing, scheduling for orientation and processing. Show less

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  Land Trust of MS Coastal Plain

  Mar 2006 - Sept 2006

  Administrative Assistant

  Supported Director in all aspects of administration.Maintained all office files to include hard copy as well as electronic.Prepared grant applications for funding.Created spreadsheets for tracking grant monies, expenses, and mileage.Maintained all accounts to include processing bills and maintaining general ledger.Prepared all documents for monthly board meetings.

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  Grand Casino

  Sept 2006 - Feb 2007

  Employee Relations Representative

  Constantly communicated with managers, supervisors and employees regarding interpretation of existing company policies and procedures, and making recommendations.Reviewed and processed counseling notices. Provided guidance on employment-related issues such as; ADA, FMLA, FLSA, harassment, discrimination, diversity, and progressive discipline to all levels of organization. Maintained a Client Group base of 740 employees. Planned, organized and implemented employee events.Prepared responses and information for unemployment claims. Constantly reviewed collective bargaining agreement and ensured mangers and supervisors were in compliance.Handled employee issues and facilitated resolutions that were fair and consistent.Proactively maintained a positive employee relations environment and supported an open door policy. Show less

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  Hard Rock Casino

  Feb 2007 - Jan 2008

  Employment & Compensation Manager

  Planned and executed opening job fair.Planned and executed in-processing 1300 new hires to open property.Managed Employment department to ensure the best possible candidates were being considered for hire. In-processed all new hires to include all required paperwork for beginning employment.Managed compendium and keyed all data entry for job changes, increases, promotions etc.Maintained internal job opportunities program to encourage our internal employees to apply for positions and that will help them grow within the company.Maintained and kept all job descriptions updated Show less

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  IP Casino Resort Spa

  Jan 2008 - Oct 2013

  Human Resource Manager

  Assist Director with all areas of Human Resources.

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  JALT Enterprises

  Feb 2014 - Feb 2021

  Office Manager

  Maintained all office services by organizing office operations and procedures, preparing payroll, controlling correspondence, prepared and maintained all personnel files, reviewed and approved job requisitions, and assigned clerical functions.

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  Keesler Federal Credit Union

  Jan 2016 - now

  Manages and directs employee payroll, payroll data systems and employee benefit functions. Acts as a liaison between employees and the insurance providers to resolve benefits related problems. Responsible for overseeing the overall payroll and benefits functions. Manages subordinates, including evaluating performance, coaching, counseling, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work duties, managing leave time, and recommending status changes, such as terminations, promotions, etc.

  • Payroll and Benefits Manager

    Aug 2020 - now

  • Recruitment Coordinator

    Jan 2016 - Aug 2020