Manager Human Resources
Resume:
LINDA SONDGEROTH, SPHR, CEBS
312-***-**** (cell)
***********@*****.***
http://www.linkedin.com/in/lindasondgerothsphr
Objective
To partner with the executive management team to drive profitability by
finding creative HR solutions to the people issues businesses face.
Professional Summary
Well rounded HR experience in progressively responsible positions in
multiple industries; Strong background in talent management, including
recruiting, employee retention and employee relations with an emphasis on
increasing employee engagement and morale. Able to assess issues and work
to develop solutions. Not for Profit, Public and Private company
experience at management level. Hands-on contributor with ability to
balance multiple high-priority initiatives/projects. Experience assessing
ambiguous/complex/sensitive issues and developing solutions. Demonstrated
ability to advise the senior leadership team, and to work as project leader
in developing, marketing and rolling-out initiatives.
Professional Experience
DuPAGE SHRM 2008-Present
Local Chapter of national Society for Human Resources Managers (SHRM), a
Not for Profit Professional Association. Local Chapters function to
expand HR expertise and to develop professional contacts.
President - Volunteer Leadership position
. Preside over bi-monthly chapter meetings featuring professional
development speakers
. Facilitate bi-monthly board meetings. Board is made up of volunteer
leaders.
. Recruit speakers and advise on topics for meeting presentations
. Contribute to the bi-monthly newsletter by authoring the President's
corner article and submitting other material of interest to HR
Professionals.
. Part of team to build membership.
. Attended National SHRM Leadership conference in Washington DC, as the
local representative.
. Prepare and submit to national organization the annual chapter
achievement plan detailing the activities and initiatives of the local
chapter.
Successories, LLC Aurora, IL 1995 - July
2009
Manufacturer and Direct Marketer of unique motivational and
inspirational products designed to promote important personal and
organizational values.
Director of Human Resources
. Member of senior management cross-functional team with responsibility
for development and implementation of HR strategy to support business
objectives. Demonstrated ability to think creatively and effectively.
. Developed and implemented proactive recruitment strategy to attract
key talent for executive, professional, and non-exempt positions.
Developed job design to attract the right talent to move the business
forward. Managed staffing through periods of growth requiring rapid
additions to staff and through periods of contraction requiring
strategic reduction in staff to maintain competitive position in the
market. Overall turnover rate was reduced by 63% during tenure.
. Formalized HR function for a young entrepreneurial company. Organized
and prioritized responsibilities to establish HR policies and
practices consistent with the corporate culture to enhanced
organizational performance and supported business objectives.
Established credibility in a manufacturing/operations environment.
. Provided on-going HR management and leadership in the areas of talent
management, benefits administration, payroll, unemployment program
administration, employment policies and procedures, HR reporting and
record keeping.
. Coached and counseled managers and supervisors regarding progressive
discipline and terminations to ensure accurate and consistent
application of all company policies and procedures and related state
and federal laws. Conducted investigations as needed to quickly bring
issues to resolution.
. Designed, implemented and managed high-quality, cost effective
employee benefit plans that were legally compliant, competitive in the
marketplace and supported business goals such as employee retention.
. Reduced OSHA reportable accident rate by 47% and reduced MOD factor to
less than 1.0 by establishing safety training and awareness practices
for line managers and by developing light duty jobs to quickly return
employees to productive work.
. Leveraged corporate partners in employee relations, employee
assistance program, benefit plan and retirement plan administration to
address employee issues.
. Determined and recommended employee training and development practices
necessary to create a productive work force and promote high morale
and motivation. Identified internal and external training
opportunities.
. Superior organizational skills with the ability to organize and
prioritize responsibilities. Flexibility in dealing with multiple
high-priority initiatives/projects and delivering results on time.
Demonstrated project leadership experience including development,
marketing and roll-out of initiatives.
. Excellent oral, written and presentation skills
RTO, INC Deerfield, IL 1991 - 1995
National operator of Rent-to-Own stores offering appliances,
furniture, and electronics.
Human Resources Manager
. Initially hired as Benefits Manager. Promoted to position of HR
Manager supporting field organization as well as corporate staff.
. Developed new enrollment procedures and forms to simplify and clarify
the new hire and benefit enrollment process.
. Reviewed all benefit plans; recommended and implemented several
enhancements
. Provided a full range of Human Resource functions: Recruitment and
Retention, Compensation Management, Benefit Administration,
Governmental Compliance, and Workers' Compensation Administration.
. Developed and implemented Safety Awareness Program and Accident
Reporting procedure, which reduced reportable incidents and lowered
workers' compensation insurance premiums.
. Responsible for supervising the two payroll clerks, one administrative
employee and a receptionist
Interim Systems Corporation Northbrook, IL 1986 to 1991
National provider of temporary services in clerical and medical
staffing.
Benefits Manager 1988 to 1991
. Involved in plan design and cost containment initiatives of group
health and welfare plans
. Conducted employee orientation and benefit seminars for new employees
and employees of acquisitions.
. Administered in-house COBRA compliance program.
. Supervised one clerical employee.
Benefits Assistant 1986 to 1988
. Accurately processed all insurance premium statements
. Explained benefit programs to employees
. Designed employee benefits handbook
Benefits Clerk 1986 to1986
. Verified employee eligibility for benefits under employer's self-
insured health plan
. Answered benefit-related questions
Education
WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Business in Business Administration
Graduated with honors, Western Business Scholars Program
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
CEBS Certification January 1995
SPHR Certification May 2001
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