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- 1. Demetra Fisher 50 Juniper Ridge Essex Jct., VT 05452 (802)343-9750 Profile: Creative, motivated self-starter. Effective, articulate communicator with strong motivational and promotional skills. Organized, detail-oriented problem-solver, effective in streamlining processes and improving workflow, as well as fostering positive employee behaviors. ACCOMPLISHMENTS Human Resources Compensation • Redesigned company-wide scorecard-based incentive program for over 1200 participants which included both Score Card design and database management of over 500 different performance plans. Prepared analyses of quarterly results for senior management, identifying trends to improve positive employee behaviors. • Provided consultative services to department managers when evaluating jobs within designated business units. Services included evaluating jobs using a point-factoring system in association with comparisons of internal equity and external market data, utilizing both regional and national salary survey results. • Key member of the Mergers and Acquisitions team responsible for job-mapping and other compensation-related projects specific to ensuring smooth transitions of newly acquired divisions and companies. • Prepared/updated job descriptions in compliance with ADA and FSLA requirements. Ensured appropriate pay grades for specific jobs were up-to-date with most current job descriptions. • Designed and produced annual bonus profit-sharing program based upon pooled dollars as compared to total years of service for eligible employees. • Conducted training sessions for management on various compensation/benefits programs and procedures. Responsible for development and delivery. • Conducted employee surveys and focus groups and tabulated results on matters pertaining to total compensation, benefits, incentive pay and retention. Benefits • Completed two unrelated 401(k) Plan conversions for plans totaling 36M and 21M. Prepared and delivered all related communications and conversion materials to plan participants. • Increased 401(k) Plan participation by 13% after successfully promoting plan features and implementing meaningful and cost-effective incentives. Elevated total plan participation to 87% of eligible employees. • Streamlined insurance billing processes, related accounting. Uncovered $125K error in the company's favor. Developed cost analysis procedures with Finance to provide senior management with tracking mechanism. • Designed competitive benefit program for multi-state employer which included medical, dental, life, supplemental life, disability and AD&D coverages, as well as flex spending accounts from inception to roll-out. • Introduced Employee Stock Purchase Plan within three months of IPO to over 1400 employees. Coordinated initial enrollment which totaled over 76% of employee population at inception. • Designed and produced annual employee benefits/total compensation statements for over 1400 employees. Coordinated delivery to coincide with annual salary increases for optimum effectiveness. Employment/Payroll Systems Applications • Conducted screening interviews; worked with hiring managers to ensure qualifications and skill sets of all candidates met the requirements of posted jobs. Performed reference/credit checks, extended offers and finalized on-boarding with confirmation letters and orientation scheduling. Processed/tracked applications. • Implemented effective employee communication strategy including preparation of company newsletters, employee manuals, brochures and other communications materials detailing various employee benefits and employment programs and services. Designed and participated in new-hire employee orientation programs. • Assisted in the design of required EEO reporting information gathering and systems reports. Performed periodic maintenance testing of reporting systems as required. • Assisted in the conversion of two separate payroll processing systems, both in-house and software specific. Conducted testing of applications and assisted in the design of end-user screens and functionality. Coordinated with MIS to ensure systems interfaces remained accurate to produce correct data as required for specific functions.
- 2. Demetra Fisher page2 SKILLS AND PROFICIENCES PC applications including Windows XP, WORD, EXCEL, (Microsoft Office Suite), Groupwise, HR Expert, J.D. Edwards, DOS, Percomm, Quickbooks, Express Options for Windows, (CMS) using network servers such as Oracle, SQL and Novell, as well as familiarity with the worldwide web. Effective team leader; proficient supervisory and organizational management skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills, including face-to-face, presentation, verbal and written. Skilled in Total Quality Management, and Re- Engineering methods. Working knowledge of ERISA, FSLA, HIPAA, ADA and other labor/employment laws and IRS compliance regulations. EMPLOYMENT 10/15–current HEWLETTPACKARDENTERPRISE,Williston,VT ProviderServicesRepresentative 5/13- 5/15 THE BON TON, South Burlington, VT Assistant Store Manager/Selling Supervisor, Children’s, Shoes, Seasonal Wear Fragrance & Cosmetics Advisor 3/00-11/10 DINGS, DENTS & SCRATCHES, INC., South Burlington, VT Vice President/Office Manager (part-time; family-owned business) 6/05 - 5/08 6/02 – 4/05 7/97 - 9/00 5/95 - 7/97 8/81 - 5/95 EDUCATION ONION RIVER COOPERATIVE dba CITY MARKET, Burlington, VT Human Resources Manager/Generalist II SAINT MICHAEL'S COLLEGE, Colchester, VT HOWARD CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES, Burlington, VT Human Resources Generalist/ Benefits Manager (temp/contract positions) BANKNORTH GROUP, INC., Burlington, VT Senior Compensation Analyst/Member, Mergers & Acquisitions Team IDX SYSTEMS CORPORATION, South Burlington, VT Senior Benefits Administrator/Team Leader, Benefits - HR PIZZAGALLI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, South Burlington, VT Personnel & Benefits Administrator Job Cost Assistant Assistant Payroll Supervisor Payroll Clerk UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE ESSEX JUNCTION HIGH SCHOOL Graduated pro Merito. Concentration in college preparatory and business courses. FORMER ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS • VERMONT EMPLOYERS HEALTH ALLIANCE, Board of Directors. • VERMONT PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION, Board of Directors/Chair, Benefits Committee. • VERMONT STATE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HEALTH TASK FORCE COMMITTEE member.
- 3. Professional References for Demetra Fisher 1. Gary B. Warner, (802) 425-2386, former VP Administration, PC Construction Co. 2. John T. Ewell, (802) 879-8797, VP, Human Resources & Organizational Dev., NEFCU 3. Laurie Gunn, (802) 847-2825, VP, Compensation & Benefits, UVM Medical Center 4. Tina Tenney, (802) 654-2534, Dir. Comp & Benefits, Saint Michael's College