Experience

City of Manhattan, Kansas

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources and Risk Management

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Manhattan, Kansas, United States

• Director of Human Resources and Risk Management/Interim Director of Finance

  • Jun 2020 - Present

  Manhattan, KS

• Director of Human Resources

  • Jan 2019 - Present

  Manhattan, Kansas

• HR Generalist

  • Jun 2011 - Present

  Manhattan, KS Administer the department’s annual performance management system, including developing and revising evaluation materials, preparing evaluation schedules and notifications for management. Manage the department’s HRIS and all employee records. Process all employee transaction documents reflecting changes in status (e.g. salary increases, base pay salary adjustments, out-of-class assignments classification determination, new hires, promotions, etc.). Maintain the human resources unit’s… Show more Administer the department’s annual performance management system, including developing and revising evaluation materials, preparing evaluation schedules and notifications for management. Manage the department’s HRIS and all employee records. Process all employee transaction documents reflecting changes in status (e.g. salary increases, base pay salary adjustments, out-of-class assignments classification determination, new hires, promotions, etc.). Maintain the human resources unit’s records management system, including employee files, medical files, I-9 files and confidential correspondence binders. Document all position changes throughout the year and those to be implemented in the budget process. Coordinate with the Finance Unit to input position information necessary for budget projections. Schedule and process new employee paperwork, determine start dates, calculate starting salaries, coordinate employee ID cards and prepare new hire letters. Manage new employee orientation and conduct exit interviews. Coordinate the development of new human resources materials, forms, workflow and tools in a manner that creates a professional and consistent brand for the unit. Maintain the Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual. Produce reports for various HR functions and ad hoc reports for the Human Resources Director. Provide backup for the Payroll and Benefits Administrator and respond to inquiries regarding policies and procedures, hiring processes, employee benefits, salaries and related issues. Maintain the HR unit’s automated databases and HR subject matter files. Assist the Human Resources Director with producing specific documents relating to position authority, fund sources and vacancies for submission to the budget office. Recommend system/process improvements and provide technical assistance to supervisors and employees. Manage and monitor FMLA process (e.g. processing requests, verifying certification, approval, etc).

• Operations Officer

  • May 2017 - Jun 2020

  Manhattan, Kansas The Operations Officer is responsible for the leadership and management of assigned operations and initiatives in the Parks and Recreation Department. Performs complex and managerial duties required to direct the operations of the Parks and Recreation Office, including supervision of staff; administrative policy development; works with Director, Assistant Director and Division Head’s on various projects. This position performs complex organizational and administrative work. The Operations… Show more The Operations Officer is responsible for the leadership and management of assigned operations and initiatives in the Parks and Recreation Department. Performs complex and managerial duties required to direct the operations of the Parks and Recreation Office, including supervision of staff; administrative policy development; works with Director, Assistant Director and Division Head’s on various projects. This position performs complex organizational and administrative work. The Operations Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing policies and procedures, to include cash handling, daily operations, time keeping, seasonal hiring/onboarding, in all facilities and divisions of the Parks and Recreation Department. This position ensures that financial transactions are accurate and properly posted for all divisions (and multiple software programs) and is the department liaison assigned to interface with the Finance Department. This position will provide oversight; conducting departmental needs assessments; evaluating, improving, and administering operational policies and procedures; assisting with the business operations of the department.



Bank of the Flint Hills

• United States
• Banking
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Branch Manager

  • Jun 2008 - Jun 2011

  Responsible for supervision of branch employee population. Supervise all aspects of staffing, training, compensation, policy administration, and employee relations. Responsible for training of staff to complete daily duties and cross training to help cover other departments. Responsible for vault and ATM management. Specialist in charge of CDARS program. Responsible for balancing and reporting on several different general ledger accounts. Responsible for accepting and underwriting… Show more Responsible for supervision of branch employee population. Supervise all aspects of staffing, training, compensation, policy administration, and employee relations. Responsible for training of staff to complete daily duties and cross training to help cover other departments. Responsible for vault and ATM management. Specialist in charge of CDARS program. Responsible for balancing and reporting on several different general ledger accounts. Responsible for accepting and underwriting consumer loan applications. Process credit reports. Determine loan and deposit rates with ALCO committee. Show less



Kansas State Bank

• United States
• Banking

• HR Generalist

  • Jan 2008 - Jun 2008

  Conducted recruiting as sole recruiter for organization with 150+ employees. Conducted new employee orientation and exit interviews. Processed all new-hire, benefits, leave, termination, and payroll paperwork, and ensuring 100% compliance. Led major overhaul of HR filing system that improved records organization and restored full legal compliance. Maintain handbook policies and procedures, and ensure personnel compliance. Coordinated benefit meetings and assisted employees with enrollment… Show more Conducted recruiting as sole recruiter for organization with 150+ employees. Conducted new employee orientation and exit interviews. Processed all new-hire, benefits, leave, termination, and payroll paperwork, and ensuring 100% compliance. Led major overhaul of HR filing system that improved records organization and restored full legal compliance. Maintain handbook policies and procedures, and ensure personnel compliance. Coordinated benefit meetings and assisted employees with enrollment in benefits and flexible spending plan. Monitored monthly statements to ensure correct billings. Monitor vacation and PTO schedules. Implemented and maintained HRIS software. Trained management on use of HRIS. Maintained HR records and regulatory agencies reporting. Tracked employee rewards and recognitions. Completed EEO-1 Survey. Process background checks for all candidates. Maintained employee time records. Process bi-weekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt staff including bonus and incentive pay. Created terminated employee database for all files not tracked in new HRIS. Show less