Elizabeth Marie Perry, PHR

6445 Luzon Ave, NW #103

Washington, DC 20012
(301) 466-8072
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position that leverages my knowledge, skills and abiliti
es.
EDUCATION
MBA, Business Administration, Marymount University, Arlington, Virginia 22207
BS, Business Management, Hampton University, Hampton, Virginia 23668
PHR, Certified Professional of Human Resources, 2000
CEBS pending, completed four of the eight required courses
EXPERIENCE
Human Resources Director January 2010 - Present
American Petroleum Institute
Responsible for the effective administration of policies and procedures. Provide
counseling and guidance to API managers and staff on human resource issues. Res
ponsible for department budgeting process, oversees the administration of job pe
rformance evaluation systems, benefits program, the compensation program, and hu
man resource information system (HRIS). Responsible for the effective administra
tion of recruitment program.
Benefits Manager December 2004 December 2009
American Petroleum Institute
Responsible for administration of the employee benefits and welfare plans (healt
h, life, AD&D, Section 125, etc.) for active and retired employees. Oversaw a $
20 million benefits budget. Coordinated with the HR Analyst to ensure participa
nt records are accurate in HR/Payroll system. Worked with vendors to ensure tha
t all monthly invoices are reconciled and paid in a timely manner. Coordinated
administration of the pension and 401(k) plans. Prepared required government fil
ings including: 5500s for all ERISA Benefit Plans, MEWA, and PBGC premium paymen
ts. Worked with legal counsel on compliance issues. Coordinated non-discriminati
on testing for retirement and Section 125 plans.
Human Resources Manager April 2003 August 2005
HCR ManorCare
Responsible for recruiting, benefits administration, employee relations, orienta
tion, training and government reporting. Conducted recruitment efforts for the f
acility. Oversaw performance management system. Assisted in the review of employ
ee relation issues to include conflict resolution, interpretation of company pol
icies and procedures. Oversaw benefits enrollments and assisted with annual ben
efits renewals (health, life, disability). Processed workers compensation, shor
t-term and long-term disability claims. Conducted orientation and training meet
ings. Submit unemployment responses and attend hearings to provide evidence as r
equired.
Human Resources Administrator March 2000 March 2003
EU Services
Responsible for recruiting, benefits administration, employee relations, orienta
tion, training and government reporting. Developed customized review templates
that allow managers to conduct reviews based on the specific competencies of the
positions being reviewed. Updated job descriptions as needed. Assisted in the r
eview of employee relation issues to include conflict resolution, interpretation
of company policies and formulation of new company policies. Assisted in the co
ntinuing effort to ensure the companys policies and procedures reflect the best
possible business practices by staying abreast of new regulation developments. P
repared and submit various government reports (OSHA, EEO, DOT). Processed employ
ee information in HRIS system (ABRA). Enrolled employees in multiple company ben
efit plans. Assisted with annual benefits renewals (health, life, disability). P
rocessed workers compensation, short-term and long-term disability claims. Admin
istered employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement plans and track costs
for year-end reporting. Assisted with the administration of the 401(k)/Profit Sh
aring Plan. Conducted orientation and training meetings. Enrolled employees in s
eminars and track costs. Submitted unemployment papers on terminated employees a
nd attend hearings to provide evidence as required. Maintained current files on
all company drivers to meet DOT regulations and stay abreast of new regulations.
Requested updated driving records and schedule physicals and drug testing for d
rivers.
Human Resources Generalist April 1998 February 2000
MARLAW Systems Technology, Inc.
Responsible for recruiting, benefits administration, payroll, and office managem
ent. Conducted recruitment efforts to source specialized information technology
professionals. Conducted new hire orientation. Assisted in the formulation of co
rporate policies and procedures that would be in compliance with Federal regulat
ions. Identified new issues and developments in EEO, personnel and labor laws. I
nterpreted company policies and provided guidance to managers on employee relati
on issues. Interfaced with various benefit providers to conduct cost-analysis an
d assessment for optimal corporate benefit program design and administration. Co
ordinated employee seminars/training registration. Ensured the timely completion
of employees introductory and annual reviews. Updated job descriptions as neede
d. Performed all accounts payable and receivable functions. Processed time sheet
s for bi-monthly payroll. Negotiated with company vendors for goods and services
. Developed and prepared various marketing materials.
Marketing Assistant June 1997 April 1998
Associated Builders & Contractors, Insurance Trust Division
Maintained marketing database and assisted with database designing. Maintained v
arious sales, marketing and inventory reports. Maintained the marketing calendar
, promotions inventory and customer information for the department. Tracked and
reported on all marketing and sales efforts by the department. Assisted Marketin
g Director with the execution of marketing and sales efforts by the department.
Assisted Marketing Director with the execution of marketing programs including p
rint, telemarketing, direct mail, sales, and public relations events. Worked wit
h various managers to coordinate a variety of print and direct mail projects. Ar
ranged the placement of print ads for local newspaper and chapter publications.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, PIA (Predictive Index), and ADP HR Perspective/
PC Payroll