Ruth Edwards, PHR
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Credentials
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Tips for Better Business Writing
LinkedInSep, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
American Safety & Health Institute Instructor
American Safety & Health InstituteFeb, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
HR Certification InstituteJun, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
American Red CrossMay, 2001- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative (CHELCO)
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United States
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Utilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Generalist
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Sep 2014 - Present
Performs Human Resources-related duties on a professional level and worksclosely with Human Resources & Organizational Development Manager in supportingassigned responsibilities. This position carries out either primary or alternate responsibilitiesin the following functional areas: recruitment/employment, benefits administration, payroll,employee relations, compliance training, records and office management, onboarding, policyimplementation, affirmative action, employment law compliance, employee recognition, andwellness Show less
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Human Resource Development Specialist
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Jul 2008 - Sep 2014
Supports CHELCO's employee development needs, new employee orientation, youth and community programs, and safety compliance training requirements
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Vice President of Programs
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2015 - 2015
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WSI Swim Instructor
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1999 - Jun 2014
Taught individuals water safety and stroke techniques, ages ranging from 5 years old to adults.
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Lead Lifeguard
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May 1999 - Aug 2002
Managed aquatic facilities, staff, and financial responsibilities. Designed and Implemented a physical fitness contest/program for staff. Supported facility rental contracts.
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Association for Talent Development (ATD)
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Emerald Coast Board President
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Jan 2011 - Dec 2011
Supported the ASTD Emerald Coast Board members to ensure the chapter met the National CORE requirements.
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ASTD Emerald Coast Chapter VP of Technology
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2010 - 2011
Used Dreamweaver software to maintain the ASTD website.
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L3 Communications Crestview Areospace
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Crestview, FL
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Human Resources Intern
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May 2007 - Dec 2008
Designed and distributed information, brochures, and news articles in a union campaign, supported employee development, researched background checks and employment verifications, used Ceridian Recruiting Systems Software to support recruiting efforts, and managed employee personnel records. Designed and distributed information, brochures, and news articles in a union campaign, supported employee development, researched background checks and employment verifications, used Ceridian Recruiting Systems Software to support recruiting efforts, and managed employee personnel records.
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Harry and David
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Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Florida Area
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Sales Associate, Manager on Duty
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Sep 2005 - May 2007
Supervised employees and solved customer concerns when the store manager was not present. Created and filed reports using Excel, Word and Publisher programs. Encouraged higher purchases and customer satisfaction with creative selling techniques and skills. Recorded and managed F.I.F.O store requirements. Completed payroll reports and time management sheets Supervised employees and solved customer concerns when the store manager was not present. Created and filed reports using Excel, Word and Publisher programs. Encouraged higher purchases and customer satisfaction with creative selling techniques and skills. Recorded and managed F.I.F.O store requirements. Completed payroll reports and time management sheets
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Education
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Troy
Masters, Human Resource Management -
University of North Florida
Bachelors, Communications/Business minor