Resume:
Richard M.H. Baron, CHRM

E-Mail: rmhbaron@hotmail.com
 

OBJECTIVE
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A professional position within an environment that offers challenge and opportunities for growth.

EXPERIENCE
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Major IT/IS Consulting Firm
Tampa Bay Area, FLORIDA

Operations Manager, June, 1999-Present
Supervised and maintained applicant sourcing efforts, recruiting systems management, and networking operations.  Acted as Database Administrator (DBA) for three-office branch in the maintenance of sales and recruitment databases.  Performed services as Systems Administrator for Windows NT network. Was responsible for the implementation, administration, and maintenance of Resumix applicant and HRIS system.  Worked with Branch Director in the preparation of budgets, reporting, and branch corporate presentations. Established computerized business systems related to administrative efforts of the branch.

Technical/Internet Recruiter, June, 1997- June, 1999
Information Technology Recruiter specializing in legacy, client/server, networking, and technical communications positions.  Responsible for recruitment and all Internet activities for three branch offices.  Designed and maintained internet applicant sourcing techniques that resulted in 95% of all hires coming from internet efforts performed by myself. Acted as backup Branch Administrator that was responsible for all administrative functions to include, payroll, A/P, A/R, benefits, and employee orientation.

Accomplishments:

· Designed and maintained recruiting systems for three office branch.
· Introduced alternative sourcing techniques such as directed database searches, web site flipping, user list relationship building, spider searches, robot exclusion, and website rings.
· My efforts saved the branch in excess of $40,000.00 per year in newspaper and print related advertising.

BROWN CLARK & WALTERS, P.A.
SARASOTA, FLORIDA
Director of Human Resources, 1995 - 1997

Responsible for the recruitment of all employment positions, which included attorney, business director, paralegal, secretarial, and administrative staff.  Initiated local relationships with local colleges and universities in recruitment and career counseling.  Developed strategic recruitment programs such as employee referral, internet, and job-line programs.  Administered flexible staffing, payroll, workers’ compensation, training, 401K, medical, and paid time off benefits.  Designed and facilitated quality circle and employee relations efforts. Conducted employee performance reviews, and designed and implemented policies related to the human resources and administrative operations of the firm.  Conducted all training pertaining to internet and electronic legal research, computer applications and office procedures.

Designed Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) database utilizing SQL and MS Access.

Acted as firm's MIS Director and provided PC, Electronic Research and Novell Network Administration.

Acted as firm's Director of Finance and Director of Marketing during applicable position turnover.

KIRK PINKERTON, P.A., SARASOTA, FLORIDA
Legal Assistant: Litigation Department, 1993 - 1995

Worked in litigation department and provided services concerning pleading
drafting, scheduling, case analysis, computer case monitoring systems,
transcription, trial preparation, investigation, client/witness contact.

Conducted electronic and legal research .

Designed Litigation Management System Database using MS Access.

SARASOTA PALMS HOSPITAL, Sarasota, Florida
Crisis Intervention Counselor,  1992 - 1993

Worked in hospitals Treatment and Stabilization Unit and provided crisis intervention, counseling, clinical support services, and administrative support to admissions and records department.

SARASOTA POLICE DEPARTMENT, Sarasota, Florida
Police Officer   May 1, 1991 - December, 1991

Worked in patrol division and responded to various types of calls of various origins.
 

U.S. COAST GUARD, Willets Point, N.Y.
Training and Personnel Officer, 1986 - 1990

Responsible for development of base training program.  Provided training in the areas of law
enforcement, criminal law, seamanship, rescue, pollution investigation, and use of force.
Responsible for administration of military benefits, and orientation of new personnel
Conducted performance evaluations, drug free workplace compliance, and station occupational safety plan.
 

EDUCATION
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COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Bachelors Degree Program in Human Resource Management - May, 1999 to Present

COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Certified Human Resource Manager Program -November, 1998

CENTER FOR DEGREE STUDIES
Associate Degree in Business Management Program -  January, 1994 - November, 1998

THE PARALEGAL INSTITUTE
Certified Legal Assistant Program -  August, 1995

COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE
Associate Degree in Applied Science Degree Program -Rescue Operations - Oct, 1984 -  June, 1986
 

FORMAL JOB RELATED TRAINING
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Automatic Data Processing, Inc. -   PC Payroll System - July, 1996
Total Time: Time and Attendance System - October, 1996
Corporate Recruiter Training Program – November, 1997
Corporate Branch Administrator Training Program - April, 1998
Resumix System Administration Training Program - October, 1998

SEMINARS
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“How to Manage Multiple Projects, Meet Deadlines, & Achieve Objectives”   - May 3, 1996
“How to Organize Your Life & Get Rid of Clutter”                                          - May 1, 1996
“Conflict Resolution and Confrontation Skills”                                                  - March 25, 1996
“Interpersonal Skills”                                                                                       - March 13, 1996
 
 

COMPUTER RELATED COMPETENCIES
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Languages:  HTML, Java, SQL

Applications: Windows NT, Windows 95, Microsoft Office 97’, Access database,  Excel, PowerPoint, Internet
Explorer, Outlook, Netscape Navigator, Maximizer (Contact Software),  Goldmine, Resumix.
 

OTHER COMPETENCIES
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Training, presentation, and public speaking.
Organizational and systems design, analysis and maintenance.

COMMUNITY SERVICE AND AWARDS
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Suncoast Technology Alliance                    -  Member
American Legion                                        - Member
Sarasota Human Resources Association      - Member
Recruiters Online Network                          -Member

U.S. Air Force Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service
U.S. Coast Guard Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service

AREAS OF SPECIALIZED WORK OR STUDY
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MS Access Database Administration
Microsoft NT Network Administration

RELATED TERMS AND PHRASES
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Staffing Specialist, Recruitment, Generalist, HRM, Leadership, Facilitation, Facilitator, interview,
project management, recruitment life-cycle, Sales Research, Recruitment Research,
 

rmhbaron@hotmail.com