Experience

Stella-Jones

• Canada
• Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Oct 2022 - Present

  Oregon, United States



Lane County HR Association (LCHRA)

• United States
• Human Resources

• Board Member

  • 2006 - Present

  Eugene, Oregon LCHRA is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. We have 275+ members representing over 150 employers in the Eugene-Springfield area. We are a Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) 100% Chapter which means our local chapter members are also members of SHRM. Whether you are new to the HR field or have many years of experience, we are a local starting point for networking, information, professional development and continued support of excellence in Human Resources.



SELECTEMP Employment Services

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Regional Vice President

  • Dec 2019 - Nov 2022

  Headquarters in Eugene, Oregon

• Brand Sales Director

  • Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

  Headquarted in Springfield, Oregon Develop strategic sales plans based on company goals that will promote sales growth and customer satisfaction. Provide leadership, communicate strategic direction and direct the activities of Selectemp’s sales team. Partner with other leaders to develop strategy and execution to enhance contribution, increase efficiencies and drive customer acquisition, retention and satisfaction. Also, continue to manage the Eugene/Springfield branch operations including continuing to keep abreast of new laws… Show more Develop strategic sales plans based on company goals that will promote sales growth and customer satisfaction. Provide leadership, communicate strategic direction and direct the activities of Selectemp’s sales team. Partner with other leaders to develop strategy and execution to enhance contribution, increase efficiencies and drive customer acquisition, retention and satisfaction. Also, continue to manage the Eugene/Springfield branch operations including continuing to keep abreast of new laws and legislation regarding human resource issues.

• Brand Operations Director

  • Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

  Eugene, Oregon

• Branch Manager

  • Oct 2011 - Dec 2019

  Eugene/Springfield branch Selectemp Employment Services is a staffing service that has developed a white-glove approach to matching talent with opportunity. We provide special care, attention and meticulous service to both talent and employers in our communities. We are able to do this because of the time “we don’t waste” on talent or customers who aren’t aligned with the ever-evolving level of service provided by our organization. Selectemp is TRULY the story of progressive evolution! The only way that… Show more Selectemp Employment Services is a staffing service that has developed a white-glove approach to matching talent with opportunity. We provide special care, attention and meticulous service to both talent and employers in our communities. We are able to do this because of the time “we don’t waste” on talent or customers who aren’t aligned with the ever-evolving level of service provided by our organization. Selectemp is TRULY the story of progressive evolution! The only way that we have stayed in business since 1987 is that we have had to continually evolved and because of the constant evolution, Selectemp has been voted the #1 staffing service—in our largest market—for the last five consecutive years.



Swanson Group

• HR/Safety Manager

  • Feb 2011 - Sep 2011

  Springfield, Oregon Managed all aspects of HR & Safety for 200 employees at Swanson’s plywood plant in Springfield, OR. Implemented a temporary staffing hiring plan, a job-conditioning program for new hires and fine-tuned Swanson’s job bidding process. When Swanson sold their sawmill in Noti, OR, my position was eliminated.



Timber Products

• United States
• Building Materials
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Oregon Region HR/Safety Manager

  • May 2007 - Feb 2011

  Springfield & Medford, Oregon Managed the recruiting, hiring and training of salaried and hourly employees in Springfield & Medford. Tracked all FMLA/OFLA leave. Conducted safety trainings and ensured company safety and HR compliance. Managed all the workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work activities. I worked very closely with the Production, Finish and Maintenance Superintendents to assist them in hiring and managing their staffs. Worked closely with the local union representatives to negotiate contracts and… Show more Managed the recruiting, hiring and training of salaried and hourly employees in Springfield & Medford. Tracked all FMLA/OFLA leave. Conducted safety trainings and ensured company safety and HR compliance. Managed all the workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work activities. I worked very closely with the Production, Finish and Maintenance Superintendents to assist them in hiring and managing their staffs. Worked closely with the local union representatives to negotiate contracts and grievances that arose. I assisted in developing a Performance Management System for SierraPine’s bargained employees. Springfield went almost two years without a recordable incident and won two safety awards from the Composite Panel Association (CPA). Show less



Real Recruiters for Real people.

• Staffing and Recruiting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Branch Manager

  • Jun 1996 - Jun 2005

  Vancouver, Washington Managed the recruiting, hiring & training of staff and temporary employees. Ensured each job site was a safe environment by conducting onsite safety audits. Oversaw all of the workers’ compensation and unemployment claims in Washington and Oregon both. Kept abreast of new laws and legislation regarding human resource issues in both states. Effectively communicated with all levels of staff and management in all Personnel Source branch and corporate offices. Managed the financial aspects of… Show more Managed the recruiting, hiring & training of staff and temporary employees. Ensured each job site was a safe environment by conducting onsite safety audits. Oversaw all of the workers’ compensation and unemployment claims in Washington and Oregon both. Kept abreast of new laws and legislation regarding human resource issues in both states. Effectively communicated with all levels of staff and management in all Personnel Source branch and corporate offices. Managed the financial aspects of the branch – sales, gross margins and expenses. Marketed, sold and serviced new customers through cold calls, community networking and other Personnel Source marketing/sales methods. Strengthened existing client relationships. Diminished/eliminated bad debts by assessing customers’ credit and ability/willingness to pay. Broke into black in the ninth month of operation. Grew Division 71% between first full year and second full year of operation. Growth between 1998 – 2003 was 48.8% and 59.3% between 2003 and 2004. Show less



SW Washington Human Resource Management Association

• Board Member

  • 2000 - 2005

  Vancouver, Washington SWHRMA is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Whether you are new to the HR field or have many years of experience, we are a local starting point for networking, information, professional development and continued support of excellence in Human Resources.