Beth Tuttass
Steimel
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources Manager at Nokia, Inc., with a proven track record in implementing creative solutions and leading complex projects. Skilled in training facilitation and demonstrating cultural sensitivity, I have significantly improved compliance processes and enhanced employee onboarding experiences. Expertise in volunteer recruitment and activity planning showcases my ability to engage and motivate teams.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Parent and Community Volunteer
Self-Employed
10.2012 - Current
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Human Resources Manager
Nokia, Inc.
09.2005 - 09.2012
- Directed Immigration Services for North America, coordinating with external legal counsel and supervising an annual budget of over $5,000,000.
- Codified legally compliant hiring and recruitment policies for the 10,000+ employee North American division.
- Created processes for and implemented annual employee background checks as required for CFIUS (Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States).
- Trained Human Resources colleagues on the us of E-Verify employment eligibility verification.
- Devised and utilized a system to verify and maintain I-9 employment eligibility compliance for Mergers & Acquisitions.
- Designed systems to support frontline recruiters, including an offer-letter generation system that streamlined time required and eliminated errors.
- Managed the employee separation process during three company downsizing events, including formulating reports for upper management showing employee outcomes.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new processes.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
Classroom Teacher of Science
Texas School Districts
08.1997 - 05.2005
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
Customer Service Representative and Outside Sales
Target Specialty Products
07.1992 - 05.1997
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Bolstered customer retention by creating and offering unique discount options and inspiring interest in new product lines.
- Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
University of North Texas
Denton, Texas 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas05.1992
Timeline
Stay at Home Parent and Community Volunteer
Self-Employed
10.2012 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Nokia, Inc.
09.2005 - 09.2012
Classroom Teacher of Science
Texas School Districts
08.1997 - 05.2005
Customer Service Representative and Outside Sales
Target Specialty Products
07.1992 - 05.1997
Master of Science - Counseling
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences
Texas Tech University
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