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Location:
Milwaukee, WI
Posted:
February 01, 2017

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David A. Karst

***** **** ******** ****** **********, WI 53228

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Human Resources Executive

Organizational & Employee Development Process Improvement

Accomplished and forward-thinking Human Resources Executive with 15+ years of success driving exceptional organizational development and introducing key operational efficiencies and improvements. Expert at elevating organizations by drawing on uniquely business-oriented approach to HR leadership and turning human capital into a true asset by fostering utmost workforce morale, performance and retention. World-class leader who optimizes departments by emphasizing value and development of every staff member. Balances strong business development acumen with extensive staffing expertise to cultivate valuable partnerships and employ a collaborative, hands-on leadership style with demonstrated results.

Areas of Expertise:

Human Resources – Organizational Development – Talent Development – Talent Acquisition – Retention – Staffing – Budgeting Relationship Management – Payroll – Benefits – Compensation – Employee Relations – Needs Assessments – Team Leadership Training & Development – Regulatory Compliance – Strategic Business Planning - Value Selling – Revenue Growth –Grant mgmt.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

State of Wisconsin – Madison, WI 2016 – present

Career Development

Director, Office of Skills Development

Develop and maintain relationships with Wisconsin employers to identify and implement workforce enhancements to effectively develop talent and create viable solutions in talent acquisition, training and retention of highly skilled workers. The creation of a statewide internship program coordinating with Department of Workforce Development, higher education partners, business leaders, and workforce professionals.

Innovative strategies for building human capital, skills and talent

Collaborations focused on improving talent development outcomes

Creation of greater efficiencies in grant management process from start to completion

Development and implementation of a robust customer friendly interaction grant management program

Successfully developed and implemented process improvements and metrics to enhance the users experience

Enhancements to the OSD website experience

Generac Power Systems – Waukesha, WI 2014 – 2016

Our Business is Power.

Regional Human Resources Manager

Maintains and continuously improves oversight of all human resources activities throughout the regional facilities, focusing on organizational development, employee development, and the implementation of efficient operational processes. Develops and implements HR policies, procedures, company manufacturing branding and strategic programs including community outreach initiatives. Enhances and administers employee relations, benefits, and regulatory compliance activities. Partners with leadership to roll-out organization-wide initiatives within regional facilities. Creates strategic, long-term business plans in-line with overall company’s mission and values.

Consults with business partners in four facilities in Southeastern Wisconsin to align human resources strategy and programs with the organization’s strategy while supporting Generac’s overall mission, vision and values.

Manages and partners with leadership to enhance employee relations practices necessary to maintaining a positive employee-employer relationship, promoting a high level of employee commitment, employee safety, and organizational health and community relations. Provides employees with professional and personal growth opportunities.

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Oversees the region’s talent acquisition and selection practices to ensure the greatest number of highly qualified candidates are referred for each open position; ensures interview and selection techniques are in compliance with organization policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations.

Reviews, audits and approves salary transactions according to applicable procedures. Counsels and advises management regarding salary planning/compensation with respect to internal equity, promotions, reclassifications, and transfers.

MRA – The Management Association – Waukesha, WI 2013 – 2014

Helping organizations thrive by creating powerful workforces and safe, successful workplaces.

Director of Business Partnerships

Steered exceptional member and organizational development by suggesting key operational efficiencies and improvements. Elevated member organizations, coupling a business –oriented approach to HR leadership with exemplary skill that fosters the utmost workforce morale, performance, talent management and retention.

BUY SEASONS/Celebrate Interactive – New Berlin, WI 2008 – 2013

Internet retailer specializing in costumes, decorations, accessories, and party supplies with 600+ employees.

Vice President of Human Resources

Developed and maintained executive oversight of all human resources activities, focusing on organizational development, employee development, and the implementation of efficient operational processes. Developed HR policies, procedures and strategic programs including community outreach initiatives. Handled compensation, payroll, recruitment and development, employee relations, benefits, and regulatory compliance activities. Partnered with senior leadership to roll-out organization-wide initiatives across four multi-state offices. Crafted strategic, long-term business plans in-line with overall company objectives.

Headed human resources team to adopt first-class talent management, acquisition, recruiting, and employee development standards.

Developed and managed talent acquisition for all corporate level positions including the hiring of 1200-2000 seasonal employees last Halloween season and the hiring of more than 8500 seasonal employees over the last 5 years.

Improved employee participation in 401k benefits by facilitating an atmosphere of communication and value demonstration.

Successfully transitioned to new benefit provider, resulting in favorable gains for the organization.

Realized business environment centered on motivation and organizational development due to HR programs and initiatives implemented company-wide. Human Resource department was a profit center.

TRC Staffing Services/DK Staffing/Nissen Staffing Continuum – Milwaukee, WI 1994 – 2008

Staffing service providing temporary, contract, and full-time employment solutions.

Franchise Owner/Equity Partner Southeastern Wisconsin

Collaborated with new and existing business clients to demonstrate staffing solutions and deliver targeted services based on customer requirements. Leveraged extensive human resources expertise to build staffing firm encompassing five offices in Wisconsin in offering staffing and further HR, accounting, and IT support. Monitored risk management for staffing associates, worker’s compensation, liability, and unemployment insurance. Cultivated strong relationships with new and existing clients.

Attained 30% growth in business within two years. By solidifying partnerships with regional clients and offering value-added services to enhance the experience of utilizing contingent staffing.

Introduced efficiencies to meet employment needs of companies, delivering modernized and technologically advanced solutions while maintaining alignment of client requirements and expectations.

Processed 100% of employee payroll to include client invoicing and collections. Ranked in top 5 franchises

Established High-profile accounts. Achieved business profitability within 3 months of franchise operations, receiving “Franchise Rookie of the Year” award in 1995 and further recognition as the fastest growing franchise in TRC history.

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Dallas/Ft. Worth Branch Manager – TRC Staffing Services

National Account Manager, Southwest Region – LEGO Systems, Inc. Enfield, CT

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Consumer Affairs, concentration in Business – University of Missouri – Columbia, MO

AFFILIATIONS

Member, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Board Member, Governor’s Task Force on Minority Unemployment

Board Member, Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment

Founder and Chair, Wisconsin Flexible Workforce Coalition

Policy Advisor, Waukesha County Business Alliance

Waukesha County Business Alliance Manufacturer Council

Former Board Member, Interfaith Older Adult Program

Board Member, Centene- Managed Health Systems

Former Board Member/Vice President, Milwaukee County Personnel Review Board

Founding Member, Helping Christians Link Careers at Hales Corners Lutheran Church

Former Member, Wisconsin Staffing Service Association

Former Member, Dallas/Ft. Worth Human Resource Association



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