Experience

Central Lakes College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Assistant Human Resource Director

  • Mar 2023 - Present

  This position performs advanced professional human resource work in the areas of employee/labor relations (including the development of strike plans), staffing, compensation, classification, training and development, benefits, and HRIS. The incumbent will serve as the Assistant Director of Human Resources for the administration, faculty and staff. The incumbent will facilitate and coordinate various activities, committees to support CLC’s culture of caring and DEI. The incumbent will access confidential data as defined by Minnesota State Statute 13.37 and use this information to provide reports and analysis to the VP of HR & Culture as well as other leadership positions within the college. Employee/Labor Relations - Facilitate organizational and job design, job evaluations, job classifications, compensation and salary placement, make recommendations on job changes/classes, coordinate final determinations on delegated job classes, FLSA status, and salary rates to ensure employees are placed within the State job structure affirmatively and equitably. Collaborate with the Service Center staff on all TSM related transactions. Assist the VP of HR & Culture with credentialing; e.g., review the education and experience of faculty members to determine potential salary placement and credentialed field and communicate directly with MnSCU personnel regarding credentialing questions/issues. Advise supervisors and administrators on the administration of collective bargaining agreements and plans and employment rules, policies and procedures (such as employee performance, discipline, grievances, work schedules, salary progression, bidding/claiming, etc.) so that personnel decisions are made within the context of appropriate guidelines. The incumbent has access and will use documents/data containing labor relations information as defined by M.S. 13.37, including assisting with strike plan preparation. Show less



Honor the Earth

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resource Generalist

  • Jan 2022 - Aug 2022



Indian Health Board of Mpls

• Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Human Resource Director

  • Jan 2018 - Nov 2019



Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures

• Director Compensation & Performance Management

  • Nov 2013 - Dec 2016

  Provides one on one direction and guidance on associate relation and performance issues for management and associates. Lead, direct and manage compensation design, implementation, and administration to drive and support a performance culture as well as business profitability and growth. Respond to strategic issues and trends in the marketplace. Design, implement, communicate and administer incentive compensation plans designed to maximize associate behavior and performance and meet strategic business objectives. Partner with key business leaders to align compensation and incentives plans with other key initiatives. Develop, maintain, and evaluate processes for job evaluations, market analysis and FLSA compliance. Recommend and implement salary structure and administrative guidelines in accordance with compensation policy. Oversee HRIS system, from reconciliation of monthly bills to audits of information from the system and reports on the system for accuracy. Manage performance recognition program across all functions and locations. Provide direction, leadership, and supervision to payroll department ensuring all applicable laws and policies are followed. Establish production standards and goals regularly evaluating to determine effectiveness of the department. Lead, direct, design and manage electronic deployment of various company forms and processes. Design, implement, and administer “green initiatives” within HR to drive and support a performance culture as well as business profitability and growth. Continuous review of goals, objectives, and/or department direction resulting from current or projected future status or condition of Company. Build and maintain strong cross-function and professional relationships between the Human Resources/Talent Department and supporting departments. Show less



Corporate Commission of the Mille Lacs Band

• Human Resource Director

  • Mar 2000 - Oct 2013

  Responsible for the development, implementation, communication, and evaluation for the Corporate Commission policies and procedures.Responsible for recruitment and manpower planning.Develop and maintain records and personnel tracking systems.Advise all levels of management concerning proper associate relations.Conduct investigations concerning Harassment and Hostile work environment complaints.Coordinate and administer all wage and performance evaluation programs.Oversee and administer all associate group health, dental, life insurance plans, and workers compensation.Protect company assets by ensuring all management staff follows Tribal, State, and Federal laws concerning employment. Show less

• Human Resource Generalist

  • Aug 1998 - Mar 2000

  Assist in the day to day operations of the Human Resource function at the corporate level.Actively participated in recruitment efforts within our organization.Responsible for working with various departments to develop & implement policy and procedure which are critical to the success of our organization.Responsible for the day to day administration of the associate benefit plans, including medical, dental, life insurance, and 401KResponsible for the developing, implementing, and evaluating effectiveness of associate evaluation process.Developed & implemented several processes including:Procedure for addition to staff.Associate tracking & filing system for each property we own or manage.Self billing process for our life insurance benefit.COBRA notification system. Show less



Grand Casino Marketing

• Manager

  • Jan 1994 - Aug 1998

  Human Resources & TrainingDeveloped and implemented department orientation program.Conducted initial screening and interviewing process making recommendations as needed.Coordinated and administered all wage and performance evaluations.Successfully organized and implemented mentoring program for marketing associates.Communicated all policies and procedures.Communicated changes in Tribal, Federal, and State laws as necessary.

• Administrative Assistant

  • Jan 1991 - Jan 1994

  to VP of MarketingAdministrative duties included: faxing, copying, screening phone calls, and answering routine questions.Set meetings, scheduling rooms, and ordering food, take minutes at meetings and distribute accordingly.Responsible for all correspondence for VP of Marketing. Editing and composing letters, reports, etc.