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1. JULIE A. KELLY, CHRS
1709 S. Genesee Dr.
Lansing, MI 48915
517-927-8762
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
State of Michigan, Department of Community Health, Organizational Support Services
Senior Project Manager, November 2010 to Present, Full-time
• Manage Project Life Cycle.
• Integrate departmental communication elements into statewide systems to effect improved management
information and operational effectiveness.
• Estimate cost of projects, write contracts and specifications for labor, materials and equipment for construction
projects, and secures bids from contractors.
• Evaluate and make recommendations concerning changes in contract documents and ensure that authorized
changes are implemented, in accordance with federal, state, and local building codes.
• Conduct periodic inspections of work in progress and advise construction supervisors and contractors on
interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Consult with architects, engineers, owners, and contractors regarding preliminary layouts, construction procedures
and code requirements that apply to building projects.
• Propose, develop and prepare complex space utilization planning services for both Central Office in our state-
owned and state leased facilities, which includes eight downtown buildings and offices located in Detroit, Grand
Rapids, Traverse City and the Upper Peninsula.
• Provide analysis of available office, and other facility space in relation to departmental and administration
priorities, in order to design and implement space options.
• Prepare and document requests for space modifications.
• Coordinate office design builds/moves with affected Department staff, DTMB and vendors.
• Research, collect, consolidate, analyze and maintain program data necessary to meet reporting and evaluation
requirements.
• Conduct complex research and analysis; prepare reports and correspondence related to this duty.
• Interpret existing and proposed laws, policies, and related procedures.
• Propose, develop, and prepare policy materials, operations manuals, and supporting instructions.
• Pre-audit and review, evaluate, and cost analyze for space modifications.
• Recommend space utilization proposals and develop plans to achieve Department goals.
• Represents the Department’s viewpoint at meetings with DTMB, contractors and vendors.
• Analyze Reasonable Accommodation requests to modify the work space environment to accommodate the
employee.
• Analyze program needs to assure modifications are consistent with the work and environment.
• Research and evaluate parts and cost items to construct space modifications most economically.
• Coordinate the office design build, with the affected Department employee, DTMB and vendors.
• Coordinate incoming, relocating or departing employees with telecommunications staff.
• Recommend criteria, standards, and guidelines to assess agencies' program structures and
determine their compatibility with the objectives and priorities of the state program area.
• Assess the social, economic, political, operational, and organizational implications of existing and
proposed policies and program decisions.
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2. • Provide consultation to and coordinate departmental programs with state and federal agencies,
boards and commissions, private or public organizations, and communities in an assigned area.
• Responsible for all security functions within the department including building access and parking.
• Serve as an organizational liaison for centralized administrative services in such areas as budgeting, information
technology and human resources.
• Serve as an IT liaison.
• Provide cross-functional team training, coaching and mentoring for new employees.
• Supervise work crews and staff.
• Discuss plans, specifications, and work schedules with contractors and resolves problems associated with
projects.
• Maintain records of progress, quantities, changes, delays, and other pertinent factors affecting construction
projects.
• Prepare correspondence involving technical problems concerning structural engineering standards and code
requirements.
• Inspect existing facilities to ascertain their condition and prepare reports depicting the condition, deficiencies
observed, designs necessary for repairs, and estimated cost of repairs.
• Serve as the Health and Safety advisor for the department.
• Conduct health and safety surveys of structures and maintain associated equipment.
State of Michigan, Department of Civil Service, Lansing, MI
Human Resources Assistant, October 2008 to November 2010, Full-time
• Processed Human Resources transactions including all payroll transactions.
• Calculated and entered various types of compensation adjustments.
• Completed, reviewed, recorded and verified time and attendance.
• Restructured and conducted a day long employee orientation on State Of Michigan employee policies, such as
work rules and regulations, parking and building access, general departmental work requirements, employee
handbook review, department mission, vision, goals and culture, HIPAA, workplace safety, etc.
• Worked directly with managers to help employees become acclimated into their new position and area.
• Facilitated and promoted necessary trainings based on manger needs and department growth.
• Conducted surveys to new employees for feedback on the new hire/employment process for improvements.
• Verified information in the automated human resource systems.
• Explained and interpreted Civil Service rules, regulations, union contracts, and agency procedures to employees
and the public.
• Provided assistance and training to others in the work unit.
• Established and revised work methods, forms formats, and standards to improve efficiency.
• Coordinated back ground checks for new hires.
• Explained and enrolled employees in benefits and retirement programs.
• Responsible for disability management and all FMLA requests.
• In charge of job postings, recruitment and screenings of applicants through the NEOGOV system.
• Maintained workers compensation claims and files for pending and closed cases.
• Administer, approve, and process FMLA leaves, Medical Leaves of Absence and Workers’ Compensation claims.
• Worked closely with senior managers to identify key issues in response to organizational growth and develop
tools for managers to communicate changes to staff.
• Consulted on team-building, leading to improved process and enabling same number of people to serve larger
client base; conducted executive coaching.
S.P. Kish Industries, Charlotte, MI
Sales Representative, April, 2006 to July 2008, Full-time
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3. • Assertive, proactive sales professional with proven ability to close sales, cultivate new customers and grow
existing accounts.
• Quick learner with natural sales abilities.
• Exceptional ability to analyze and anticipate customer needs.
• Established and maintained new business customers by understanding specific needs and assisting with problem
solving.
• Scheduled 6-10 appointments per week with aggressive “cold calling” with perspective customers.
• Provided exceptional customer support through attentiveness and product knowledge.
• Generated more than $500,000 in sales the first year.
Michigan House of Representatives, Lansing, MI
Human Resources Assistant, March 2002 to March 2006, Full-time
• Responded to management and employee questions on human resource matters.
• Provided counseling to employees, and conduct investigations as needed to resolve employee grievances and/or
legal issues.
• Provided back-up coverage to and assist the Human Resources Director in development of various programs,
plans, policies, and procedures in all areas of human resources.
• Processed bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees.
• Troubleshoot payroll and employee benefits issues.
• Select and prepare performance goals and standards for all departments and State Representatives.
• Interview, pre-screen, hire applicants, and enroll employees in company benefit programs.
• Conducted employee orientation programs to Representatives and staff.
• Coordinated House training programs for employee development.
• Participated in departmental planning, including vision, objective and plan development.
• Maintained budgets for all Representatives offices.
• Organized annual open enrollment and annual benefits meeting.
• Wrote and distributed company benefit brochures and newsletters.
• Responsible for document control and updating of files, including technology upgrades.
• Responded to unemployment claims, including attending hearings to claims being disputed.
• Administer, approve, and process FMLA leaves, Medical Leaves of Absence and Workers’ Compensation claims.
Dean Transportation Inc., Lansing, MI
Accounting/Human Resources Specialist, 1993 to 2002, Full-time
• Ensured the efficient day-to-day running of all accounting operations.
• Provided confidential administrative support to the CFO and Owner.
• Direct accounting and employee service functions, such as troubleshooting payroll and employee benefits issues.
• Handled financial matters, including A/P and A/R.
• Oversee all business development functions, including, key account management and customer relationship
development.
• Provided cross-functional team training, coaching and mentoring.
• Structured and reorganized the company accounting systems to ensure accuracy.
• Cross trained employees to secure internal controls.
• Reviewed, evaluated and developed recommendations for process improvements.
• Responsible for customer accounts requiring special intervention.
• Reviewed, negotiated and approved receivable payment arrangements, settlement offers, and write off's to bad
debt expense.
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4. • Responded to and resolve customer inquiries regarding billing status of accounts.
• Provided excellent customer service to customers and colleagues.
• Supervised payroll administration for 800+ employees.
• Accountable for yearly Workers Compensation Audit.
• Completed all quarterly and yearly Use Tax and IFTA Tax returns.
Mighty Clean, Inc., Lansing, MI
Owner/Manager, 1991 to 2008
• Supervised all cleaning and maintenance activities of office space.
• Assisted to distribute efficient work schedule as per building standards.
• Performed regular everyday inspections on buildings.
• Maintained all quality control services for all cleaning activities.
• Provided training to all new hires and processed all paper work.
• Prepared schedule to handle all emergency situations.
• Coordinated with manager and provide resolution to all tenant issues efficiently.
• Ensured compliance with all department operating policies and procedures.
• Administered and utilized various cleaning equipment.
• Maintained all work according to safety guidelines with help of various protective equipment.
• Coordinated with supervisors and guests and maintained cooperative environment.
• Managed communication with various teams and supervised support for all supplies and repairs.
• Provided quotes for potential new business.
EDUCATION CREDENTIALS
Northwood University, Midland, MI
B.S. in Business Administration, June 2005 – Cum Laude
Michigan State University, Certified Human Resources Specialist, December 2008
Macomb Community College – MIOSHA/OSHA Certification Training
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