Chad A. Walker, PHR
Paducah, Kentucky 42001
*************@*****.***
Objective
To continue a career in Human Resources in which I can utilize my 12 years
of experience as
a Human Resource Director with additional experiences and knowledge in the
following
areas: insurance renewals, managing benefit programs, safety programs,
training and contracting.
I have an excellent work ethic and I will be a crucial addition to any
company, for I bring knowledge,
experience, and a sense of vision, creativity and fairness.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting May 1996
University of Kentucky
Overall GPA: 3.0
Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR) 2010
HR Certification Institute
Career-related
Associations
National SHRM Member
Board Member of The Propeller Club of Paducah
Four Rivers SHRM Member
Experience
James Marine Incorporated, August 1997-May 2009
Human Resource Director
Job Description
. Managed HR support staff
. Responsible for all aspects of an HR Department
. Responsible for growing employment base from 250 employees to 1000+
employees
. Created and implemented all policies and procedures
. Successful negotiation of several Collective Bargaining Agreements with
the companies collective bargaining unit.
. Created and administered supervisor training programs including training
in Title VII violations, Workplace Violence and Harassment.
. Daily contact with hourly employees resolving disputes and complaints
. Responsible for special investigations for discrimination and harassment
and EEO complaints
. Successfully implemented a new HRIS system.
. Responsible for all risk management including: Worker's Compensation
Insurance, Marine liability, Hull, P & I, Pollution, Property and Auto
Insurance, and all claims associated therein, as well as Health Insurance
and voluntary benefits
Relevant Skills/Additional Responsibilities
. Supervising Management training
. Problem Resolution
. Contract Negotiations
. Proficient with computers, including all MS Office Products, and a
variety of HRIS systems.
. Contracting and budgeting for construction projects
References Available upon Request