Barb Simmons

Experience

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  Vactor Manufacturing

  Aug 1994 - Aug 1998

  Human Resources Manager

  Managed HR department for new acquisition by Federal Signal Corporation. Integrated FSC policies and culture into non-union environment.

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  Federal Signal Corporation

  Feb 1999 - Jan 2006

  Corporate Recruiter

   Recruited by former employer for newly established position to reduce cost of outside agency fees. Established remote Corporate Recruiting office in St. Louis, MO. Managed 2 Direct Reports with 2000+ employees in multiple divisions/locations. Partnered with hiring managers to determine competencies required for a successful hire. Developed creative ads for internal Internet and trade publication. Final year results: Filled 58 positions, including 25 diversity candidates, with total salaries of $3,287,000, with recruitment savings of $822,000. Show less

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  RecruitPro

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2013

  Owner

  Owner of recruiting business to assist customers in their search for qualified professional and managerial candidates.

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  Fire Panel LLC

  May 2006 - Jan 2012

  North American Sales Manager

   Recruited to sell fire suppression for police vehicles throughout North America. Developed and implemented marketing and sales plans. Awarded “Sales Person of the Year” after the first year.

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  Edward Jones through Professional Employment Group

  Oct 2013 - Nov 2018

  HR Generalist - Benefits

  In a call center environment using an automated service center, respond to employee inquiries by phone and email regarding Health & Welfare benefits and Leaves of Absence including FMLA. Provide in-depth information concerning coverage, eligibility, processes and rates for medical, dental, vision, HSA, three FSA’s, life, AD&D, 401(k), and profit sharing. Benefits levels and costs vary by position; use PeopleSoft HRIS system to research and confirm information. Escalate problems to appropriate Benefits Specialists and Leave Specialists as needed; assist employees with annual Open Enrollment. Show less

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  Westat - contractor to U.S. Dept. of Education

  Nov 2018 - Mar 2019

  Assessment Coordinator

  NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress). Led a NAEP team that conducted computer-based math and reading assessments to students in the State of Nebraska. Developed positive relationships with school management to obtain accurate and complete demographic information prior to assessment day. Maintained strict controls over test conditions and confidentiality of information. Resolved data issues and addressed student questions during the assessment, following strict protocols.