Working Resume

1. TARA A. MONTELBANO, MPA
(201) 921-6557 ~ tamontelbano@hotmail.com
Profile
Proactive, take charge professional with the proven ability to manage a wide range of functions and
consistently producing top-quality work, seeking an opportunity to secure a position as a valued member of
the HR department (Benefits Specialist/Training Coordinator) that leverages my achievements, skills, energy,
and talent. Excellent project management skills; follow through skills, initiative and attention to detail.
Professional Experience
Education Coordinator August 2013 – August 2014
CSGI, Inc. Beverly Hills, CA
On-site technical expert, who developed, revised, implemented & managed education services in a (medical)
facility, for Infection Prevention. Integrated proprietary Utilization Management System (UMS) into the client's
systems and operations, patient/room tracking methodologies and quality control and assessment measures.
Managed the Supplier Diversity Program to comply with government requirements, West Coast employees’
leaves of absences, scheduling, timekeeping, employee educational and hospital in-service training. Worked
closely with all levels of Healthcare Professionals and the extended CSGI support team.
Substitute Teacher January 2009-June 2013
Carrollton-Farmer’s Branch ISD Carrollton, TX
Assumed total class responsibility by performing a variety of tasks that promote students learning and well-
being. Duties included; working with students individually and in small groups assessing performance,
reinforcing instruction, motivating learning, assisting with classroom management and other non-instructional
work. Worked with students with sensory, emotional or learning disabilities. Facilitated small groups and one-
on-one learning and manageentire class providing assistancetostudents who require specificroutine attention.
Observed students behavior and manage behavior control when necessary.
Benefits Specialist(contract) September 2008- January 2009
Platinum Select Healthcare Staffing Dallas, TX
Coordinated the day-to-day administration of 500 field travelers benefit programs (m/d/v, 401k, COBRA, and
FMLA). Partnered with Payroll regarding issues with employee benefit plan deductions. Responded to all
medical support orders and ensured company is complaint with Court orders. Assisted with benefit plans and
worked with Staffing Specialists to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Updated benefits spreadsheets with
changes to employees benefit plan elections, eligibility, claims, etc. Assisted with the annual open enrollment
project for the company health plans.

2. Benefits Specialist October 2006-August 2008
Friedman’s Jewelers Addison, TX
Reviewed and provided benefit plan information to 3500 employees (m/d/v, life, LTD, supplemental, AD&D).
Managed all Leaves of Absence (WC, UI, and FMLA). Coordinated approval process of Personal Action Request
with Payroll. Generated new hire PAR and compliance paperwork. Assisted with the annual open enrollment
project for the company health plans.
Full-time Student May 2002 – May 2009
University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX
Financial Advisor Assistant September 2000 - April 2002
Morgan Stanley Ridgewood, NJ
Assisted Sr. Vice President by providing sales support. Managed, created and organized calendars and
appointment books. Coordinated meetings and scheduled appointments for new and existing clients;monitored
and tracked referrals and sales results; issued sales/marketing information; solved operational issues;
maintained file system for prospective and existing clients.
Education & Certifications
University of Texas at Dallas
MA in Public Affairs May 2009
Concentration in Economics and Public Policy
BA in Interdisciplinary Studies May 2005
Concentration in Education and Human Development
Bergen Community College
Human Resources Management Development May 2015
Nonprofit Leadership and Organization May 2015
Skills
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PP, Outlook) PeopleSoft
Windows (2000, XP, Vista, 10) Kronos
Safari e-Learning
Google Chrome ADP
Attendance On Demand