Kathryn Dufek
***** ******* ** ** ******, MN ****3 612-***-**** ********@***.***
Human Resources Manager
Human Resource professional who is a strong communicator with a reputation of high integrity, along with trust from employers, fellow workers and customers.
Business professional that has an entrepreneurial spirit complemented by the ability to be innovative and creative.
Professional high achiever with strong leadership skills, distinguished communication skills, and is results driven.
Team leader with excellent interpersonal, analytical, negotiating, and problem-solving abilities.
HR Skills
Payroll Processing -
ADP, WF, PeopleSoft
Microsoft Proficient –
Word, Excel, PP, Access
Outlook, OneNote, Publisher
Performance Improvement
Staff Recruitment & Retention
Employee Relations
FMLA /EEO/WC
Benefits Administration
HR Program/Project Management
Unemployment Processing & Hearings
Compensation
Orientation & On-Boarding
Training & Development
Performance Management
Organizational Development
HR Policies & Procedures
HR Employment (15+ years)
North Suburban Eye Specialist ~ Human Resource Manager (2016– 2017)
Payroll Administrator (ADP)
Benefits Management
Salary Review for industry specific jobs
Unemployment processing & Hearings
Workers Compensation and Auditing
Short Term and Long Term Disability Processing
New Employee Orientations and On-Boarding
Management Training
Assisting Department Heads with Hiring processes
Assisting Department Heads with disciplinary needs and terminations
Supports Administrator on regular activities (i.e. general ledger, monthly financial reports, annual audit)
Employee File Management
Leadership Team
The Minnekahda Club ~ Human Resource Manager (2012 – 2016)
Payroll Administrator (ADP)
Benefits Management
Unemployment processing & Hearings
Workers Compensation and Auditing
Short Term and Long Term Disability Processing
New Employee Orientations and On-Boarding
Management Training
Assisting Department Heads with Hiring processes
Assisting Department Heads with disciplinary needs and terminations
Supports Controller on regular activities (i.e. petty cash, monthly financial reports, annual audit, A/R process, daily deposits / check processing, processing memberships)
Employee File Management
IT Support
Massage Retreat & Spa ~ Human Resource Manager (2009 – 2011)
Recruiting for all positions for all of their locations (included creating and posting ads for open jobs)
Reviewed resumes, phone interviewed for screening, booked practical’s with Team Leads
Payroll Administration
Training
Unemployment
AR & AP
Created new employee forms because a newer company (workman’s comp, background checks, PIP’s, etc)
Operational Support; Marketing, Vendor communication
Organization of entire filing and data storage.
Created and supervised maintenance of databases for the company in order to streamline processes and improve productivity.
University of Minnesota Law School ~ Human Resource & Career Development Intern (2009)
Research and administer Career Development Assessments and gained a better understanding of interpretation.
Examine the Career Development Theory, the Human Resource Development Model, and apply them to daily activities.
Create and facilitate Career Development programs and meetings.
Developing a Career Development and Human Resource Network.
Counsel individuals on how to develop resumes, cover letters, and practice interviewing skills.
Investigate the processes of the Career Development procedures and develop skillful processes.
Explore and maintain informational resources in regards to career paths.
Synico Staffing ~ Human Resource Director (2003 – 2008)
Counseled internal and external employees regarding their Career Development needs.
Recruited, interviewed, assessed, skills & computer-tested, placed, oriented, and trained candidates.
Created and facilitated resume, cover letter, interviewing skills, and computer skills workshops.
Processed legal documentation, drug screens, and background checks for all new employees.
Managed teams of staffing coordinators in all national offices.
Created and supervised maintenance of databases for the company in order to streamline processes and improve productivity.
Managed Support staff of the CEO and COO.
Built regional and national relationships with potential new business clients.
Negotiated, managed and attained new business contracts.
Monitored client satisfaction by establishing a communication network and processes.
Collaborated with accounting team to administer Payroll for over 500 employees.
Officiated employee issues (terminations, policies, procedures, performance reviews, promotions, and disciplinary actions).
Produced and maintained financial projections for the organization.
Administered unemployment claims, notices, and appeals and attended hearings.
Supervised company benefit plans and workers compensation.
Education & Certifications
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA Twin Cities
Bachelor of Sciences (BS) in Human Resource Management – 2009
CARLSON SCHOOL OF MANAGENENT University of Minnesota
Minor in Human Resource Industrial Relations – 2009
Professional Development:
Notary Republic - Current
CPR Certified - Adult & Child
Affiliations:
National & Minnesota Career Development Association (NCDA) & (MCDA)
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Career Planning and Adult Development (CPAD)
University of Minnesota Alumni & Carlson School of Management Alumni
Activities: Dean’s List while completing BS. Worked concurrently during college as a recruiter and was promoted to HR manager.