BERNADETTE D. KORTZE

505 Dewey Avenue · Bridgeville, PA 15017 ·
(724) 696-8128 (W)
(412) 220-7706 (H)
Email: bernadette505@hotmail.com

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

More than 10 years’ experience in training, assessment, selection, recruitment and employee relations in an international human resource consulting firm.  Proven proficiency in problem solving, conflict resolution, and developing policies and procedures to meet the corporate goals.
 

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Training

Recruitment

Assessment and Selection

Employee Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1997-Present: Sony Electronics, Inc.
Recruiter (contract position-Source, identify, interview and recommend qualified professional candidates to hiring managers.

1985-1997: Development Dimensions International
Recruiter-Created job descriptions and job criteria.  Executed all recruiting functions for professional and clerical positions.
Human Resources Coordinator-Facilitated training programs for associates and clients.  Create and interpret company policies and procedures for associates and managers.  Researched and recommended purchase of resume-tracking software.  Administered sales incentive system.

1984-1985: MBD Inc.
Administrative Assistant/Word Processor-Two long-term temporary assignments with Westinghouse Electric Corporation, Telecommunications Division and Nuclear Division.

1981-1984: Solid State Measurements, Inc.
Administrative Assistant-Comprehensive support for Vice President of Sales & Marketing.  Functioned as the office manager.

1979-1981: Franklin Regional School District
Elementary Teacher-Instructed students in grades two, four and five, held bi-annual parent conferences, and evaluated district reading curriculum.
 

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

B.S. Elementary Education, University of Pittsburgh
M.S. Adult Education, Pennsylvania State University (12 credits)
 

DDI Training

 Techniques Facilitator, Service Plus Facilitator, Job Analysis Workshop, Maximizing Performance Facilitator
 

Workshops

Employment Regulations in Pennsylvania, SPHR study group, Robert Morris College, Micro Soft Word
 

Professional Affiliations

American Society of Training & Development, Carlow College New Choices Business Advisory Committee