Vicki L. Olafson

*** ***** **. ** . *******, WA *8204 . 425.-232-6324 .

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Human Resources

Sr. HR Manager/Business Partner with expertise working in a diverse

culture, establishing a team oriented environment and fostering

partnerships between all levels in an organization to create a strong

corporate culture and achieve organizational goals. Exceptional

communicator capable of driving cultural change and building consensus in

support of overall business initiatives. Dedicated to putting the 'Human'

element back in HR. Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, MS Office, PeopleSoft

and HRIS Software- HodesIQ.

Professional Experience

Vertafore 2005-July

2010

Vertafore is a provider of software and services for the insurance industry

with multiple locations within the US.

Human Resources Manager - (2005 to 2007 and 2009 to July 2010)

Strategic and Tactical HR Manager. Focus included many facets of HR

including employee relations, downsizing, performance management,

recruitment, compensation, career progression, leaves of absence, on-

boarding and training.

. Worked with management to provide solutions for situations requiring fast

and high-volume deliverables such as coaching, performance management,

employee relations, succession planning.

. Lead the HR organization driving excellence and ensuring HR strategy and

tactics align with the business.

. Developed compensation structure including uniformed job descriptions to

ensure consistent practice and competitive edge.

. Partnered with Recruiting to interview and assess candidates.

. Participated on Wellness Committee, Safety Committee and Events

Committee.

Recruitment Manager (2007 to 2009)

Built highly successful new team/department that provides recruitment

support for nationwide organization. Developed full-cycle Recruitment

Program that attracts high caliber talent by positioning the Company as an

Employer of Choice in key locations such as Bothell, WA, Boulder, CO,

Windsor, CT. Program includes Best Practices which effectively attracts

active and passive high-caliper talent.

. Hired, motivated, and developed team of 2 Recruiters. Established

targets for candidates sourced, screened, and hired. Ensured that

quality of relevant background, organizational fit and retention of hires

was emphasized over quantity candidates placed. Set and upheld high

expectation for team work ethic, professionalism and effort required to

close top talent.

. Developed and maintained strong working relationship with business

leaders and HR Business Partners to understand the business units' needs,

facilitate workforce planning strategies and staffing needs, and create

partnerships that ensure fast and simple hiring process.

. Increased staff by 397 in two years.

. Strong focus on Continuous Improvement with regard to recruiting metrics:

candidate activity, internal vs. external hires, etc.

. Developed Processes and Programs related to General Recruiting Management

including implementing Applicant Tracking System, evaluation of ROI of

preferred vendors and agencies, Manager Interviewing Skills Training,

etc.

. Built and delivered a successful Internship Program with local community

colleges.

Solucient LLC 1999 to

2005

Solucient is a provider of software solutions for the healthcare industry

Human Resource Manager

Business Partner to CIO Business Unit, including 3 Vice Presidents (WA and

MI). Focus included many facets of HR including re-organization, merger,

employee relations, recruitment, work visa compliance, compensation,

downsizing, performance management, career progression, on-boarding and

training.

. Oversaw Annual Performance Appraisal process including the training of

management and colleagues across multiple locations. Built organizational

capabilities through people development and learning.

. Institutionalized and brought to the mainstream the New Leader

Assimilation becoming a business practice.

. Prepared Affirmative Action Plan, EEO-1.

. Administered HRIS prior to function moving to corporate office in

Illinois.

. Developed national, regional and local recruitment strategies for high

tech positions. Negotiated contract agreements with local and regional

recruitment firms.

. Developed Employee Referral Program to enhance the Company's recruiting

efforts.

Personnel Management Systems, Inc. (PMSI)

1993-1999

Provides outsourced human resource solutions in Washington, Oregon and

Colorado.

Human Resource Manager (1997 to 1999)

Managed the entire HR function for 5-7 companies simultaneously. Companies

included manufacturing, non-profit, construction and electronics assembly

ranging in size from 25 to 200 employees. Included management of policy

development, benefit programs, employee relations, Workers' Comp/Return to

Work programs and training.

. Developed and successfully integrated human resources policies,

procedures and practices such as employee handbooks, new employee

orientations, performance review processes and safety programs into

multiple companies with diverse organizational cultures and needs.

. Managed wage and salary administration including the creating/updating of

job descriptions, establishment of FLSA status, comparison of labor

market date to internal pay structure and establishment of salary ranges.

. Designed group benefit plans to maximize competitiveness and minimize

cost implications to employer.

. Created and implemented human resources manuals for supervisors (e.g.,

selection and placement, progressive discipline and performance review

processes).

. Provided Supervisor and Employee Training: harassment, documenting

discipline, interviewing skills, supervisory skills, team building, time

management, constructive communication, violence in the workplace

. Implemented employee safety/accident prevention programs including drug-

testing programs.

. Administered employee orientation, leaves and COBRA.

. Prepared reports such as EE0-1, OSHA 200, VETS 100.

Recruitment Supervisor (1993 to 1997)

Responsibilities included supervising and training new recruiters for PMSI

while personally providing recruitment for 10-13 companies in the areas of

manufacturing, high tech, non-profit, engineering, electronic assembly in

the following capacity:

. Developed national, regional and local recruitment strategies.

. Interviewed, screened and reference checked potential job applicants for

the clients.

. Conducted Interview Training Skills for supervisors.

. Coordinated and participated in local High Tech Career Exposition.

. Developed and conducted New Employee Orientation.

. Developed and implemented wage and salary programs in partnership with

the HR Manager for that client.

Education

Bachelors of Arts: Law & Justice, Central Washington University

Professional Affiliations

Member of the Society of Human Resource Management

Board of Trustees, Choir of the Sound

Vicki L. Olafson

425-***-**** . ablzlg@r.postjobfree.com . linkedin.com/in/vickiolafson

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