Stephanie S. Rooks, PHR

srooks@westga.edu

 

OVERVIEW

Organized, accurate, detail-oriented Human Resources Executive with substantial, diverse experience both in formal education and refined by specialized, industry-related training.  Computer literate in a wide variety of accounting and word processing applications.  Superb interpersonal and written communication skills; adept listener with positive attitude, personable demeanor, and professional image.

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Director, Human Resources, University of West Georgia

2002-Present

Hold operating responsibility for the development and leadership of a comprehensive human resources organization.  Manage strategic planning, logistics and operations of the department.  Areas of responsibility include recruitment, compensation, payroll, and employee benefits.

Interim Director, Human Resources, University of West Georgia

2001-2002

Assumed interim position, January 08, 2001.  Hold operating responsibility for the development and leadership of a comprehensive human resources organization.  Manage strategic planning, logistics and operations of the department.  Areas of responsibility include recruitment, compensation, payroll, employee benefits, and workers compensation

Assistant Director, Human Resources/Payroll Manager, University of West Georgia

1999-2001

Responsible for all day to day operations of the payroll office.  Assist Director with annual budget development, employee relations issues, and other operations of the human resource office.  Responsible for all operations of the Human Resources office in Director’s absence.

• Successfully implemented PeopleSoft HRMS driving organizational change and performance improvement.
• Streamlined payroll operations including implementing Electronic Funds Transfer of Credit Union Deposits and benefit payments.
• Supervise and motivate a staff of 3 permanent employees and 1 temporary employee.
• Assisted with a salary survey to ensure equitable compensation across all job classifications.

Personnel/Payroll Manager, Board of Regents, University System of Georgia, Atlanta, GA

1998-1999

Incorporated excellent communication skills coupled with problem solving abilities to promote quality operations. Managed key HR functions, including benefits, claims administration, employee services and payroll functions.

• Streamlined operations by upgrading department procedures and implementing PeopleSoft HRMS.
• Served as functional trainer for the GeorgiaFIRST implementation of PeopleSoft HRMS.
• Solid knowledge of payroll compliance and garnishments for both state and federal regulations.
• Oversaw implementation of personnel/payroll policies; controlled administration of comprehensive employee benefit program.

Human Resource Specialist, Carroll Technical Institute, Carrollton, GA

1994-1998

Originally hired as an Accounting Technician/Payroll Clerk and was quickly promoted to Human Resource Specialist within a year of employment.  As Human Resource Specialist held full responsibility for all Human Resource functions.

• Held full operating responsibility for benefits administration, open enrollment, FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, personal services budget development, recruitment and new employee orientation.
• Identified organizational needs and implemented GAGAIN (Performance Management) to accelerate employee performance.
• Held full responsibility for employment and recruitment records.

Junior Accountant, Ludlow Corporation, Meridian, MS

1992-1993

• Responsible for weekly and biweekly ADP payroll, all human resource functions and accounts payable within a unionized manufacturing environment.

 

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration, University of West Georgia

2005

AACSB Accredited

Bachelor of Science Business and Industry, Mississippi State University

1994

 

Professional Develpoment

Professional Human Resource Management Certification Course - University West Georgia/Society for Human Resource Management	2002
College Business Management Institute – University of Kentucky & Southern Associations of College and University Business Officers	2002-2004
Intermediate Governmental Accounting
Fundamentals of Governmental Accounting

 

Certifications

Professional in Human Resources – PHR

2002 - Present

Professional Organizations

Society for Human Resource Management
College and University Professional Assn – HR
American Payroll Association
Southern Association of College and University Business Officers
University System of Georgia Human Resource Association