Dean Vaillancourt
Employee & Labor Relations Manager at Matanuska Electric Association, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Randy Becker, SPHR
Dean is a consummate professional who is detail oriented and can always be relied upon to successfully complete any challenge.
Randy Becker, SPHR
Dean is a consummate professional who is detail oriented and can always be relied upon to successfully complete any challenge.
Randy Becker, SPHR
Dean is a consummate professional who is detail oriented and can always be relied upon to successfully complete any challenge.
Randy Becker, SPHR
Dean is a consummate professional who is detail oriented and can always be relied upon to successfully complete any challenge.
Credentials
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Customer Service: Handling Abusive Customers
LinkedInMar, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
HR Certification Institute - HRCIFeb, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Matanuska Electric Association, Inc.
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United States
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Utilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Employee & Labor Relations Manager
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Sep 2019 - Present
Engage in Employee Relations with 200+ employees & Labor Relations with 2 Unions - IBEW & IOUE, all part of a highly skilled workforce that generates & distributes electricity throughout south-central Alaska. Engage in Employee Relations with 200+ employees & Labor Relations with 2 Unions - IBEW & IOUE, all part of a highly skilled workforce that generates & distributes electricity throughout south-central Alaska.
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Yukon Kuskokwin Health Corp
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Employee Relations Manager
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Nov 2018 - Aug 2019
Handle all employee relations issues for a multi-cultural employer with 1400+ employees at 48 different locations covering an area of Alaska the size of the state of Oregon. Handle all employee relations issues for a multi-cultural employer with 1400+ employees at 48 different locations covering an area of Alaska the size of the state of Oregon.
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A-C MOTOR EXPRESS LLC
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United States
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Truck Transportation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Director
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Jul 2017 - Nov 2018
Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives to align with the overall business strategy. Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues. Manage the recruitment and selection process. Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital. Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization. Nurture a positive working environment. Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance. Design a new pay plan and benefits program. Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs. Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.
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Broadridge
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead HR Rep
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Mar 2007 - Feb 2017
Lead Human Resource Representative for Employee Relations, 2007 – 2017 Cultivated partnership with management to make business decisions focused on hiring correctly and treating employees fairly to maximize workforce efficiency and profitability for country’s largest financial and print services company. Developed yearly HR initiative goals with objectives to support business strategy and result in higher financial and operational performance. • Served as acting HR Manager for over 2 years, supervising and developing 3 HR team members. • Developed and promoted use of best practices in employee relations, resolving non-compliance behavioral issues in workforce of 780 employees and contingent workers at facility open 24 hours / day, 365 days of year. • Provided effective leadership to turn 2 dysfunctional departments into efficient operational areas using team training, individual development plans, and appropriate progressive discipline. • Established procedures pertaining to employees lost-time (absentee management) and benefits, meeting administration timelines and complying with state and federal laws. • Served as acting safety manager in 2011, proactively identifying existing and predictable hazards and following up with prompt corrective measures. o Maintained OSHA log, prepared annual 300A for posting and trained the workforce on the new Global Harmonized System (GHS) on the possible effects of chemical exposure • Led transition to Paid Time Off (PTO), HRIS field design of Kronos (time/attendance system), Workday (electronic personnel records) and HR self-service computer kiosk (benefits & payroll) system, creating cost-effective solutions for managing employee schedules / records and eliminating need for paper documents and support personnel.
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FedEx Freight
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Truck Transportation
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Recruiter and Trainer
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Aug 2004 - Mar 2007
Coordinated all HR processes and initiatives for largest freight terminal in New England, with 24/7 operations and over 125 employees. Leveraged direct recruiting tactics and selected final shortlist for all management roles. Entrusted with new-hire decision making for all non-exempt positions and verification of all tractor-trailer truck driver records and endorsements. • Provided leadership for relocation of the regional break-bulk terminal from Cheshire to Windsor Locks CT and the change in corporate ownership from a privately held business to a Fortune 500 company. Note: The company expanded its local operation in 2010 and was hired back part-time to fill these new positions • Championed wage increases for CDL-A drivers, reducing turnover and increasing satisfaction. • Led onboarding processes and ongoing training for OSHA certifications, DOT drug and alcohol testing & awareness training and why we have a “union free” workforce philosophy • Evaluated performance and implemented appropriate salary changes by tracking performance metrics and employee achievements. • Initialized various employee recognition and staff appreciation initiatives for building company culture and increasing morale
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Volt Information Sciences
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Business Consulting and Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Technical Recruiter
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Oct 2000 - Jun 2002
• Recognized as the top recruiter by hires at the branch location, sourcied 100's of Temp-to-Perm opportunities for clients including CSC, General Electric, United Technologies, MassMutual, and UConn Health. • Recognized as the top recruiter by hires at the branch location, sourcied 100's of Temp-to-Perm opportunities for clients including CSC, General Electric, United Technologies, MassMutual, and UConn Health.
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General Dynamics
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr. Human Resources Representative
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Mar 1986 - Oct 2000
• Played key role in design of workers’ compensation and safety policies, including implementation of accident investigation initiative, resulting in significant cost savings from reduced legal claims and increased productivity. • Negotiated contracts and grievances for management, effectively resolving issues with union officials • Played key role in design of workers’ compensation and safety policies, including implementation of accident investigation initiative, resulting in significant cost savings from reduced legal claims and increased productivity. • Negotiated contracts and grievances for management, effectively resolving issues with union officials
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Education
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2000 - 2002
Rensselaer Hartford Graduate Center Inc
Master’s Degree, Business Administration and lHuman Resources Management -
Eastern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics and Accounting (minor)
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