career objective                              

results-driven human resources specialist eager to contribute excellent communication, organization, and internal team-building skills toward supporting the employer in optimizing operational performance

profile                                                

ø  offer extensive experience in coordinating and directing human resources in the upscale art and retail fashion  industries

ø  solid experience in all back office functions including  maintaining personnel files, benefits administration, company-wide scheduling, filing governmental forms, and processing and monitoring claims

ø  handle hiring, evaluations, terminations, and conflict resolution; possess thorough understanding of labor laws

ø  sharp business acumen and experienced in managing broad scope of duties; ability to perform multiple responsibilities simultaneously and under heavy pressure

ø  demonstrated record of increasing departmental and corporate performance; develop and implement cost-saving programs

ø  facilitate internal communications regarding career opportunities, benefits, and employee relations issues

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills; maintain highest ethical standards and confidentiality

~ technical proficiencies ~

microsoft office 97/98/00-word, wordperfect, excel, outlook, powerpoint, quickbooks pro 1999, 2000, 2004, 2007 kronos, hire, gallery pro

professional experience                

gallery director, djt fine art, new york, ny                                                                                         5/06 c present

         successfully steer all aspects of operations for this prominent chelsea art gallery; facilitate client-focused, service-oriented environment vital to maximizing customer satisfaction and retention

         manage human resources; actively recruit and hire personnel for both sales and art handling positions; strategically plan and organize workflow for optimal coverage while containing labor costs

         oversee personnel activity on a daily basis; create and implement staff development and incentive programs to improve performance

         direct all aspects of sales and marketing, including coordinating promotional events and organizing major art fairs, writing and disseminating press releases, and nurturing long term business relationships with clients and dealers

         monitor and analyze sales and performance; track detailed auction information to develop forecasts and marketing strategies

 

human resources, saks fifth avenue, short hills, nj                                                                           9/02 c 7/06

• proficiently executed extensive hr functions for a staff of 180 employees, including recruiting, hiring, and training as well as handling corrective actions, terminations, and all associated paperwork; recognized for superior performance with multiple awards
• administered all employee benefits programs and weekly payroll; conducted annual benefits enrollment and ensured staff awareness of options
• effectively responded to staff concerns, mediated internal escalations, mentored personnel
• coordinated special events and incentive programs; provided managerial support; facilitated store and corporate communication

 

customer service, gettoner.com, south orange, nj                                                                              1/00 c 9/02

store manager/sales associate, charles david, paramus, nj                                                                7/97 c 1/00

 

~ community activity~

• active involvement with the katherine m. taglialatella foundation, dedicated to furthering the education of the children of single minority parents
• directed storewide saks fifth avenue christmas is for children and holiday charity events, 2003 c 2005

education                                           

fashion merchandising and management, fashion institute of technology, new york, ny                     9/98 c 1/00

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a human resources capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include numerous years of progressive experience in directing operations and human resources in the highly competitive art and fashion industries. i excel at coordinating staff development efforts and am highly effective at identifying and addressing client-specific needs.  my outstanding communication skills along with my depth of knowledge in hr policies and procedures have consistently proven instrumental in my success at developing strong sales teams recognized for achieving and exceeding company goals.   to complement this experience, i offer an academic background in fashion merchandising and marketing from fit.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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