➤ Directed and planned group benefit programs for group health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans.➤ Assisted with the design of quality benefits plans, improved existing programs, and monitored benefits administration.➤ Oversaw leave and disability plans to comply with FMLA, ADAA, and State/Local laws while advising on any needed actions.➤ Managed benefits staff to include training and evaluating team members to position them for upper management roles.➤ Identified benefit options working with corporate team by studying programs and obtaining advice from consultants.➤ Designed and enhanced benefit plans, studied existing and new legislation, and made recommendations to leadership.➤ Achieved financial objectives by preparing the benefits budgets, scheduling expenditures, and analyzing variances.➤ Maintained and updated benefit records, developed recordkeeping systems, and presented benefits to new hires.➤ Expedited delivery of benefits by establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with benefit providers.➤ Attended workshops, reviewed publications, and established personal networks to increase industry knowledge.➤ Answered employee questions and resolved problems by interpreting company benefit policies and procedures.

➤ Created onboarding plans and educated newly hired employees on HR policies, internal procedures and regulations.➤ Oversaw administration of employee benefits and leave plans while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.➤ Designed and facilitated organization-wide training as part of pandemic response initiative and business continuity plan.➤ Maintained physical and digital files for employees including confidential documents, benefits, and payroll records.➤ Developed and distributed employee performance measurement tools to managers and adjusted pay scales accordingly.➤ Handled all employee relation issues and investigations as well as conducted one-on-one employee coaching sessions.➤ Conducted effective interviewing, training, and use of assessment tools to evaluate potential supervisory candidates. ➤ Managed annual open enrollment process/benefits plans, ensuring process compliance with Federal, State and Local laws.➤ Recommended, developed, and implemented programs to promote employee engagement and facilitate retention.➤ Maintained OSHA logs and implemented wellness initiatives to enhance staff health/well-being and increase productivity.➤ Advised, consulted, and counseled senior management in appropriate resolution of complex employee relations issues.➤ Executed exit interviews, assisted in presentation of new employee orientation, and developed training programs.➤ Implemented external HR trends and applied best workforce practices to increase diversity among current/future personnel. ➤ Guided senior leaders on compensation, retention, performance, talent development, and performance frameworks.➤ Compiled and maintained paper, digital, and electronic employee records including PTO and other internal documentation.➤ Entered employee data into HRIS, documented employee compensation/benefits, and promoted the EAP initiative.➤ Developed and implemented company-wide recognition program to strengthen company culture and engagement.

Human Resources Business Partner, Central Division - 08/2018 to 10/2019 HR Generalist, Midwest Division -10/2016 to 08/2018➤ Consulted and provided expert guidance and input regarding business unit restructures and workforce planning.➤ Answered questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, and hiring processes.➤ Facilitated workforce retention initiatives by analyzing trends and using strategies to recommend and develop solutions.➤ Maintained the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of human resources files, records, and documentation.➤ Selected to become a member of divisional leadership team to provide a higher level consulting and collaborative role.➤ Conducted investigations regarding harassment, EEOC, employee disputes, and grievances in line with company protocols.➤ Designed and drove division-wide projects and new initiatives related to compliance, policy, training, and staffing.➤ Performed periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents were collected and filed.➤ Advised and coached leadership and management in strategies to resolve problematic performance management issues.➤ Provided guidance on general employment practices and procedures, HR policies, compliance, and talent management.➤ Led recruitment effort for division leadership as well as managed approval process for applicant tracking system.➤ Ensured company adherence to EEOC, AAP, FLSA, and other regulatory requirements for labor law compliance.➤ Collaborated in designing and implementing anti-harassment and anti-discrimination training courses for management.➤ Developed and proposed new programs or program revisions to best meet company objectives and employee needs.➤ Served as the Human Resources Leader for the Nebraska transition of services and program restructure in 2017.

➤ Led extensive training and onboarding efforts for HR professionals across 39 agencies spanning 10 Midwest states.➤ Developed and delivered training for regional leaders, agency executives, and corporate staff in specialized areas.➤ Provided expert guidance to corporate staff as well as regional directors and agency management personnel. ➤ Delivered training in compensation, benefits, FMLA and ADAA compliance, HRIS, and performance evaluations.➤ Led a multi-departmental task force to identify, revise, and disseminate key job descriptions throughout the organization.➤ Contributed to cross-functional teams, committees, and groups to improve systems and procedures for agency HR staff.➤ Supported and promoted ongoing learning and development initiatives as well as provided in-house skills training.➤ Executed organization-wide benefits presentations, developed paygrade assignments, and prepared salary adjustments.➤ Selected as co-chair on committee to plan, organize and facilitate an annual learning and development conference.➤ Served as Tuition Assistance Committee Chair for the purpose of ensuring fairness and equality in distribution of funds.

➤ Director of Compensation and Benefits – Mosaic, Omaha, NE – 03/2010 to 07/2011➤ Director of Human Resources Solutions – Mosaic, Omaha, NE – 10/2006 to 03/2010➤ Benefits Specialist – Mosaic, Omaha, NE – 11/2005 to 10/2006