PAMELA V GENSKE, SPHR, MHCS
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OBJECTIVE
Experienced, energetic Human Resoures leader seeks senior position with
industry leader that drives innovation and excellence by putting employees
first and creates a talent management culture that values continuous
learning, demonstrating strong values of integrity, teamwork and service.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Team Leadership ( Talent Management Strategy & Execution ( Leadership
Development ( Employee Relations
Instructional Design & Evaluation ( Adult Learning ( Employee Engagement (
Continuous Improvement
Executive Coaching ( Facilitation ( Organizational Agility ( Talent
Acquisition ( Change Management
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Streamlined an operational human resources team to a talent management
based structure to adapt to the changing needs of the organization.
Through continous improvement processes, reduced time to fill rate from an
average of 88 days to 42 days.
Successfully implemented a full scale succession planning process to enable
the organization to have a steady talent pipeline available to reduce
opportunity costs when positions are left unfilled.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF RHODE ISLAND, Providence, RI ( 2006-Present
Director - Human Resources
Develop the tools, plans and strategies to heighten learning and talent
acquisition at the organization. Coach and lead Business Partners on daily
Human Resource issues and opportunities. Enable BCBSRI to become an
Employer of Choice through people interventions. Ensure the Talent
Acquisition process brings a well rounded, diverse workforce. Manage
Employee Relations issues proactively to ensure organizational success and
alignment with Best Place to Work practices. Define and lead talent
management strategy and development to grow, engage and retain top and
emerging leadership talent. Collaborate with business and HR leaders to
drive organizational talent review process, create succession and
development plans. Provide leadership consultation to identify appropriate
learning solutions to improve and/or accelerate high potential performance.
Design, develop, implement and measure tools for corporate change.
ROGERS CORPORATION, Rogers, CT ( 2005-2006
Organizational Development Leader
Consult with various departments, individuals, and key stakeholders to
determine potential training and development needs and develop custom and
off-the-shelf solutions to meet those needs for the entire corporation.
Develop and implement a total Talent Management program to include
succession planning, people development tracking, and performance appraisal
tools.
AHOLD USA, Carlisle, PA/Quincy, MA ( 2002-2005
Senior HR Planning Specialist - Stop and Shop Supermarkets
Partner with the executive and Human Resource teams within the Stop and
Shop/Giant of Landover organization to develop comprehensive succession
plans, career paths, and progressive performance management to ensure
organizational success. Partner with the Stop and Shop executive team to
streamline performance management processes to ensure 100% completion of
employee appraisals on an annual basis. Develop methods of tracking
employee performance, career paths, and routes for diverse talent.
Senior Training & Management Development Business Partner
Enhance the leadership of the Ahold organization at the Boston, Carlisle,
Landover, Chantilly, and Buffalo locations through management development
interventions and partnership. Partner and Coach Managers and Directors
in the development of their leadership styles and the strategic and day-
to-day management of their teams using assessment tools, development
plans, and other initiatives.
TOWERS PERRIN BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION SERVICES, Chesapeake, VA ( 2002
Contract Employee - Ford Motor Company Open Enrollment
Assist the Specialty Call Center as a Team Lead by reviewing manual
enrollments and handling difficult calls. Partner with the Ford Motor
Company Human Resource Representatives on-site during open enrollment.
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CHUBB GROUP OF INSURANCE COMPANIES - Chesapeake, Virginia (1999-2002
Learning and Development Manager
Challenged to design, implement and maintain a formal, company-wide
development program addressing the diverse training needs of associates,
and managers and construct a learning platform for the constant development
of claims trainees. Areas of concentration include unit assessment,
trainer support, staff assessments, performance consulting, statistical
analysis, retention strategies, customer service and after-hours training,
employee interviews, and staff supervision.
AVIS RENT A CAR SYSTEM INC. - Virginia Beach, Virginia (1997-1999
Trainer/Documentation Specialist
AMERICAN FUNDS SERVICE COMPANY - Norfolk, Virginia (1992-1997
Trainer
EDUCATION
M.S. Human Resources Management - Troy State University, Troy, AL
B.A. Liberal Arts Management - Virginia Wesleyan College, Norfolk, VA
CERTIFICATIONS
Center for Leadership Studies Assessments 2000
Facilitator for Development Dimensions International 1999
Certified Situational Leadership/Service/Coaching/Selling Master Trainer
2006
Facilitator for Achieve Global 2005
Certified in Lominger Organization, Interview, and Leadership Competency
Tools 2005
Certified TalentView Facilitator through Personnel Decisions International
2006
Certified DISC Facilitator 2006
Certified Senior Professional In Human Resources 2000
Program in General Insurance (INS) and Insurance Services 2000
Registered Corporate Coach 2009
Certified Master Human Capital Strategist 2009