Human Resources Management
Resume:
Cindy A. Kennedy
Stillwater, MN 55082
(Cell) 612-***-****
Human Resources Development Strategic Management Leadership
Executive Summary
Human resources executive with 20+ years of comprehensive and progressive
experience with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven
experience working with senior management in order to support corporate
goals. Demonstrated experience managing complex business problems. Strong
organizational, negotiation and project management skills. Excellent
skills in employment and labor law including complaint investigations
resulting in zero lawsuits. Ability to build strong, effective
relationships across regional and global teams.
Expertise in:
> Compensation / Benefits Design
> Employee Relations / Harassment / EEO Compliance
> Policy Design and Administration
> Training and Development / Coaching
> Experience supporting both large and small environments both
locally and internationally
Professional Experience
Possis Medical, Inc. - Director, Human Resources - November 2003 - June
2009
Medical device company providing treatment for DVT. Reported to VP of HR.
Instrumental in transforming HR department into a strategic business
partner. Analyzed current department goals and created a business plan to
provide improved benefit plans to employees including PTO. Provided
expertise and leadership in recruitment, hiring, benefits and other
employee related functions that supported the Company's operations.
> Rewrote existing employee manual and replaced outdated polices with new
policies that are in line with business strategies. Developed polices
that improved employee morale (telecommuting, employee loans, etc).
> Developed new annual salary range guidelines.
> Implemented new job evaluation system, performance appraisal program, and
job posting process.
> Decreased turnover rate from 9% to 4%.
> Ensured legal compliance covering the areas of labor
relations, OSHA, Workers' Comp and affirmative action.
> Created Employee Relations Program and implemented various
programs available to all employees.
> Implemented and monitored Incentive Pay plans and Rewards and
Recognition programs.
> Direct supervision of staff of seven.
> Coached Leadership Team and management in dealing with
employee performance and disciplinary issues.
> Approved annual HR budget and managed expenses within
established guidelines.
> Traveled 30% of the time.
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Minnesota Union Builders - VP, Human Resources - May 2002 - November 2003
New start-up company specializing in manufactured modular homes using state-
of-the-art, off-site, stick-built construction techniques. Reported
directly to the President.
> Developed the human resources department from scratch.
> Recruited and hired executives, management team,
administrative and production workforces.
> Implemented payroll system (Ceridian) using time and
attendance readers.
> Supervised Payroll and Administrative Teams.
> Participated in union negotiations.
> Worked with management to create a team-based culture and
structure and involved all supporting functions
in understanding the Company's goals and expectations.
> Directed management in regards to legal issues, employee
complaints, terminations, corrective discipline,
conflict resolution and performance management.
> Created strong relationships with employees.
> Wore many different hats as job necessitated.
DiaSorin, Inc. - Manager, Human Resources - October 2000 - November
2001
> Provided human resources leadership for medical device manufacturer.
> Created and implemented all policies and procedures.
> Introduced new 401(k) plan with 95% employee participation rate.
> Build relationships with all levels to ensure communication of the
company's values.
> Coached and provided guidance to executive team on change management.
> Provided guidance to management during downsizing with zero legal
action taken.
Personix / FiServ (Deluxe Check) - Director, Human Resources - 1997
- 2000
> Created and established human resources department for large financial
services firm.
> Grew Human Resources staff from one to three employees.
> Off-site management of Human Resources departments located in TX, OH,
and WI.
> Developed HR policies and objectives for the company, including
recruitment and selection, orientation,
training, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and safety and
health.
> Developed disciplinary processes, job descriptions, and performance
evaluation formats.
> Created compensation structures influenced by external wage market
surveys, internal equity, and budgeting.
> Selected and coordinated the use of insurance brokers, pension
administrators, and other outside sources.
> Conducted new hire orientations and exit interviews.
> Oversaw OFCCP audits and completed successfully with minor findings
and no fines.
> Served on the Board of Directors.
> Made sound business decisions based on limited, complex, or
contradictory info.
Education
Cardinal University, Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
SPHR Certification
Cindy A. Kennedy
1395 Lydia Circle
Stillwater, MN 55082
(Cell) 612-***-****
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