Darin Seeley, MBA, SPHR

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Objective

To move my career forward while advancing the goals of a successful company and an engaged workforce through the

application of innovative Human Resource practices.

Skills Profile

- Relationship and trust building across all levels of the organization.

- Learning agile professional with experience across multiple industries - energy, manufacturing, and distribution.

- Business partner and talent management responsibilities including succession planning, organization design, and

performance management.

- Driver of talent acquisition results including increased diversity, reduced time to start, and reduced costs.

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Employment History

Sr. Manager, HR and Talent Acquisition, Black Hills Corporation 2/2/2009 present

Manager, Human Resources and Employment

Manager, Human Resources

Rapid City, SD

- Support the CFO, CIO, CHRO, General Counsel, and their teams in all aspects of human resources, talent

management, and recruiting including organization design and succession planning.

- Lead and participate in post-acquisition unification efforts for benefits, compensation, and engagement surveys.

- Transform Talent Acquisition processes and results throughout a vertically integrated energy company operating

throughout the Midwest and Rocky Mountain region.

- Design and establish cross-enterprise internship program and Accelerated Engineer Develop Program.

- Implement video interview technology and applicant tracking system.

Corporate Recruiting Manager, MetoKote Corporation 11/5/2005 1/22/2009

Human Resources and Administrative Manager

Lima, OH

- Lead all activities related to human resources, safety, budget, and purchasing for manufacturing facility with 250+

employees and contractors at its peak.

- Coordinate human resources efforts across Eastern US plants in Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, and South Carolina.

- Implemented an Applicant Tracking System and Time and Attendance system across US locations.

- Worked closely with the plant manager in order to keep the facility a viable operation during the 2008 crash in the

automotive industry while simultaneously performing corporate role.

Human Resources Generalist, BAX Global 11/1/2004 11/2/2005

Swanton, OH

- Supported the leadership and employees of a 700+ employee air freight shipping hub to include recruitment and

selection, performance management, training and orientation, and benefits enrollment.

- Improved process, performed audits, and developed training programs to improve selection and retention in a high

turnover environment.

Project Manager, Aon Consulting 9/30/2001 10/31/2004

Findlay, OH

- Managed projects for the Recruitment Process Outsourcing division in support of clients in multiple industries

including Merck, Forest Laboratories, Sears, and American Golf.

- Achieved 96% hirable rate within scientific research client while maintaining profitability for the company.

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Distribution Supervisor, Larson Manufacturing 5/20/1995 5/30/2001

Inventory Analyst

Intern

Fostoria, OH; Brookings, SD; Janesville, WI; Greensboro, NC

- Led drivers and warehouse personnel to deliver high levels of customer service in the highest volume territory for

the company.

- Developed reports and processes to reduce late shipment across all locations and developed minimum and

maximum levels for multiple distribution centers across hundreds of SKU’s.

- Support manufacturing plant manager in development of process improvement training.

EDUCATION / Certifications

- Masters of Business Administration, University of Findlay, Findlay, OH

- Bachelors of Science, Agriculture Business, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD

- Senior Professional in Human Resources, Human Resources Certification Institute

Activities / honors

- Governor’s Employment Works Task Force, 2013

- Founding Member, West River Business Resource Network, 2012 to present

- Member, Rapid City Chamber of Commerce Workforce Development Committee, 2013 to present

- Vice-Chair and Board Member, Western Dakota Technical Institute Foundation, 2009 to present

- Jackrabbit Advocates Executive Committee, SDSU Alumni Association, 2013 to present

- Prairie Business Magazine, 40 under 40 Award, 2012

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