Human Resources Manager

Richard N. Smereczniak *** Delmont Avenue ( Belle Vernon,

Pennsylvania 15012

H 724-***-**** ( C 724-***-**** ( ********@*******.***

SUMMARY

A creative and resourceful human resources executive skilled in

benefits/compensation, staffing, employee/labor relations,

organizational development, change management, strategic planning,

HRIS, succession planning, workers' compensation, EEO/AA,

health/safety, and training/development. Possesses a diversified

background in effecting organizational change to improve processes,

streamline procedures, and institute cost-conscious planning. A top-

quality performer who leverages domestic and international exposure as

well as proficiency within industry to integrate programs with

corporate vision.

EXPERIENCE

Bayer Corporation Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Lead Compensation Specialist 2007-2010

Directed and counseled U.S. lines of business for global long-term

incentive plan, U.S. global, and local incentive plan, including

performance management, executive deferred compensation plan, and

compensation support for three major lines of business. Provided annual

analysis and recommendations for pay structures, merit increase guidelines,

as well as starting salaries for interns and graduates. Delivered

consultation on hires and internal position changes. Advised on

compensation topics to each line of business. Partnered with center of

excellence for North America and global process owners on policy, system

testing/implementation, and process improvement. Oversaw team of five

individuals.

o Established compensation team and administered compensation for global

and U.S. approach to human resources.

o Instituted global and local programs for long-term incentives, short-

term incentives, and performance management, assuming responsibilities

for executive benefits.

o Completed processing on timely and accurate basis, establishing full

compensation support for three major U.S. business lines.

o Worked directly on special projects with North American and German

teams for process administration, improvements, and changes.

Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Director of Total Compensation 2000-2006

Managed $25,000,000 budget and ten staff members, overseeing complete

responsibility for strategic design, implementation, coordination, and

reporting of compensation/benefit programs for university. Instituted

consumer-driven benefit programs with HRAs and HSAs. Established and

maintained service atmosphere for benefit function project leader for

employee self-service in HR systems. Established compensation function as

internal consultant throughout areas of university. Advised in foundation

of multiple global locations, creating compensation/benefit programs

required for travelers and location employees.

o Designed and initiated benefit programs, negotiating with vendors, as

well as modifying funding status, showing cost avoidance of

$15,000,000.

o Slashed fixed costs by transitioning compensation system. Educated

senior management and board members on existing situation and proposed

change from across board system to pay-for-performance system.

o Won national SCT award, changing compensation philosophy from general

increases to pay-for-performance system.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

PNC Bank, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Vice President, Regional Community Bank

Compensation, 1998-2000. Oversaw compensation department, maintaining

responsibility for programming related to over 13,000 bank employees.

Designed and implemented salary planning guidelines. Wrote, revised, and

introduced numerous incentive plans. Managed executive incentive and stock

option plans. Built automated performance tool, earning adoption and

institution throughout bank. Devised incentive payout structure geared to

strategic objectives, resulting in increased revenues/lowered costs.

The Uniontown Hospital, Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Vice President, Human

Resources, 1990-1998. Controlled HR function and employee relations

activities. Responsible for 1,400 employees across system. Developed in-

house wage/salary program, including senior management education to save

$200,000 in consulting fees. Maintained benefit programs at 1990 expense

levels through plan redesign and without benefit reduction, achieving

$2,000,000 in savings. Earned $1,000,000 in savings by pension plan

redesign without loss of benefits for employees. Formed comprehensive

programs on handling discrimination claims, yielding $400,000 in savings

from potential damages. Successfully defeated two-year organizing drive by

United Mine Workers Union.

Telxon Corporation, Akron, Ohio, Manager, Human Resources, 1987-1990.

Orchestrated human resource function through nine-person department.

Responsible for U.S. sales recruitment. Revised cafeteria-style health

plans, resulting in $500,000 cost savings. Strengthened use of HR systems

for tracking and management reporting, upgrading recruiting program and

improving managerial/professional talent. Reduced cost per hire by 10%.

Developed relationships with engineering, software, field service, and

manufacturing divisions, enabling human resources to guide and consult on

areas of human resources.

APCOA, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio, Manager, Labor Relations and Compensation,

1980-1986. Ran compensation/benefit programs and administration of 30

contractual agreements, including grievances and arbitrations. Served as

chief spokesman in negotiations. Set up human resource systems and staffed

three Chuck E. Cheese franchises. Acted on behalf of private owner at

company-purchased franchise rights for Chuck E. Cheese Pizzatime Theatres

in Houston, Atlanta, and Cleveland. Hired managers, technical personnel,

and employees, forming successful startup of locations. Revised benefit

programs for 25% savings. Introduced HRIS for personnel processes and

record keeping.

Masterbuilders, Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Manager, Personal Administration,

1978-1979. Responsible for government compliance, affirmative action,

personnel administration, and safety. Wrote one of first affirmative

action plans approved by federal government, designing and implementing

safety program for U.S./Canadian locations as approved by Martin Marietta

Corporation parent company. Established relationship of HR with

manufacturing.

Smithers-Oasis, Kent, Ohio, Manager of Personnel, 1975-1977. Performed

human resources duties and set up pay systems, employee relations, and

recruiting functions.

Sea World of Ohio, Aurora, Ohio, Personnel Manager, 1972-1975. Established

human resource functions.

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Pennsylvania State University, Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Adjunct Faculty,

1997-2010

Carlow College, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Adjunct Faculty, 1992

EDUCATION

University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, M.A., Human Resources and Labor

Relations, 1983

California State University, Long Beach, California, B.A., Economics, 1971

AFFILIATIONS

Western Pennsylvania Total Compensation Association, 2000-2010

Pittsburgh Human Resources Association, 1998-2010

Society for Human Resources Management, 1974-2010

COMPUTER SKILLS

SAP, Oracle, iGraphx, WordPerfect, Project Management, Microsoft Office

Products

PRESENTATIONS

CUPA (College University Personnel Association) Regional Conference,

Boston, Massachusetts, 2005

Emergency Nurses Association, National Symposium, Las Vegas, Nevada, 1995

PERSONAL iNFORMATION

Married with two adult children. Enjoys woodworking, outdoor activities,

and outdoor cooking.

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