Kriss Kieslich, SPHR
***** *. **** **., ****** Arrow, OK 74014
*************@*****.*** 918-***-****
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
. Certified Senior Human Resources Professional
. HR Support for 5 Business Acquisition Integrations
. Certified HR Project Mgr. - 2014
. High Volume Employee Relations Investigations
. Implementation Team of HRIS System (Taleo)
. Developed Corporate MBA Program
. Union & Non-Union Employee Relations Experience
. Large Scale Staffing for Start-Ups & Reductions in Work Force
WORK EXPERIENCE
2013-Present Magellan Midstream Partners, Tulsa, OK Sr. Human
Resources Business Partner
Work closely with mgmt. & staff to improve working
relationships, build employee morale,
& increase business productivity.
. Consult with Management Teams Regarding HR Best Practices
. Employee Relations/Labor Relations (United Steel Workers)
. Talent Acquisition in High Growth Environment
. ADAAA Case Management
. Approve Salary Changes & Corporate Relocations
. Liaison with Corporate Compensation & Benefits Department
. Certified HR Project Manager
. Member of HR Leadership Team Driving Process Improvements
2012-2013 Newfield Exploration, Tulsa, OK Human Resources Business
Partner
Established& maintained effective working relationships with key
leaders to understand business challenges, gain trust & build
credibility.
. Internal Consultant to Management
. Employee/Community Relations
. Recruiting for Commercial & Technical Professionals
. Vendor Selection - Staffing Agencies, AAP
. Organizational Development
. Performance Coaching
. Oversight of Contract Employees
. Liaison with Corporate Centers of Excellence
2006-2011 Sonic Restaurants, Inc. Tulsa, OK Human Resources Leader
(Approx. 2300 employees)
Partnered with franchisee management regarding risk mitigation &
resolution of high volume employee relations issues.
. Employee Relations Investigations (122 locations, 2 states)
. Performance Mgmt. /Counseling
. Recruiting for Managerial Positions
. Human Resources Development/Mgmt. Training
. Crisis Management
. Corporate Acquisitions
. HR Budget
2001-2006 Corporate Express, Tulsa, OK (now Staples) Division Human
Resources Manager (4 states)
Collaborated with division management & key stakeholders to set
strategy & deliver a high level of HR
service.
. Employment
. Compensation
. Employee Relations
. Organizational Development/Division Training
. Strategic Planning
. Supervision of Local Payroll
1999-2000 PSINet, Oklahoma City, OK Regional Human Resources Manager
(15 states)
Offered HR leadership regarding organizational and
people related strategies & execution.
. Employee Relations
. Human Resource Integration of 3 Corporate Acquisitions
. Transitional HR Support for Corporate Spin-off (Pre-IPO)
. Large Scale Staffing for Corporate Call Center & Sales
Regions (Start-Up)
. Liaison with Corporate HR Group (Compensation, Benefits,
Payroll, etc.)
1990-1999 Halliburton Energy Services, Duncan, OK Final position - Human
Resources Supervisor
Served as HR Business Partner to Various Management Teams Providing
Support for Business Decisions. Received 5 promotions in 9 years.
Duncan Manufacturing Center (up to 950 employees, multi-site)
Duncan Finance Center (200 employees)
Duncan Technology Center (Employees from 30 Different Countries) &
European Technology Center (400 employees)
Responsibilities:
Employee/Community Relations
Succession Planning
Benefits Presentations
Staffing (Clerical, Craft, Mgmt. & Professional)
Leadership Training
EAP Referrals
Dispute Resolution/Mediation
Large Scale Reductions in Workforce
Legal Compliance
Supervision of HR Staff
Global HR support:
o Worked with Outside Counsel on Visa Issues
o Advised Expats Regarding International Relocations
o Consultant to Impats Regarding US Assignments
o Compensation Reviews
o Merit Budgets
o Administered International Policies
o Liaison for Payroll/Expense Reimbursements
o Serving as Host to International Customers for Long Term
Visits (i.e. 6 month) International Customers
. Obtained Local Housing & Transportation
. City & Facility Tours
. Point of Contact for any Issues, Inquiries & Special
Requests
EDUCATION
University of Oklahoma
Master's Degree in Human Relations (MHR)
Emphasis in Human Resources Development (HRD)
Oklahoma State University
B.S. Degree in Public Affairs
Minor: Business Administration
COMPUTER SKILLS
. Microsoft Professional Office Package
. Peoplesoft
. Ultipro
. Kronos/ADP
. Taleo
. HRSmart
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
. Arts & Sciences Extension Advisory Board, Okla. State
University
. Oklahoma Distance Learning Association, Former Director
. Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce
. Society for Human Resource Management
. Tulsa Area Human Resources Association
OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES
Scuba Diving, Bicycling, Yoga, Travel
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
United Way
Tulsa Heart Walk
Susan G Komen Campaign