Lindsay Bruch-Haworth

Phone: 913-***-**** Email: ad07mp@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY: As a compensation specialist with a BA in HR and a CCP certification in progress, I have extended years of experience in managing compensation programs. I collaborated with the HR team and other departments to conduct market surveys, analyze data, and develop salary structures and policies that aligned with the organization's mission, values, and goals. I also supported the performance evaluation and merit increase processes, and resolved any compensation-related queries or concerns from over 1200 employees, ensuring fairness, equity, and compliance. I am passionate about creating compensation practices that reflect the needs and expectations of the workforce, and I am always eager to learn new skills and enhance my knowledge in the field of HR and compensation. I have a keen attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to excellence.

OBJECTIVE: To secure a career with a growth-oriented, results driven organization where I can utilize my exceptional interpersonal skills, diverse business experience and self-starter abilities in an effective and efficient manner while delivering internal and external customers with memorable experiences within the cycle of Human Resources. EXPERTISE: ● Utilization in Microsoft Suite (advanced Excel), Google Suite, PeopleSoft INFOR, ABI, Time Plus, HCMS, ApplicantStack, Workday, troubleshooting HRIS systems and maximizing full potential of HRIS software to streamline processes, etc.

● 18 years diverse/cumulative experience in: Human Resources, Compensation, Program Design, Marketing, Employment Relations, Legal, Payroll, Accounting/Finance, Management, Budget/Forecasting, Support, Projection Analysis, Contract Administration, Project Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning, extended analysis, etc.

● Uncompromising attention to detail with perseverance in completion of tasks on time while always considering streamlining and/or process improvement potential.

● Strength in implementing organization, decision making, problem solving tactics in alignment with policies, procedures and parallel with organization’s mission, values, initiatives, philosophies, strategies and future objectives. EDUCATION: ● Johnson County Community College: Associate’s Degree earned in Business Administration.

● Ottawa University: Bachelor’s Degree earned in Liberal Arts - Major Human Resource Management.

● Certificate in Conducting Workplace Investigations - Institute for Applied Management and Law, Inc.

● Certified Compensation Professional – currently pursuing via WorldatWork – Total Rewards Association. EXPERIENCE: Human Resources Specialist, Senior (Compensation & Classification Program Manager) August 2016 - February 2022 ~ City of Overland Park, KS

● Administration and execution of the City's compensation plan(s) program management. Comprehends and administers applicable policies and procedures while maintaining knowledge on current wage and hour laws. Responsible for all compensation into HRIS, to include performing audits of compa-ratios and additional data relevant to current compensation structures.

● Analyzes/conducts job analysis and job evaluations for all City jobs. Analysis and recommendations on assignment to career banding/level and proper exemption status based on type of work, requirements and responsibilities. Developed and reviewed formal position descriptions and/or making revisions as necessary. Responsible for maintaining all job descriptions including City's website, HRIS and compensation module with necessary job and position management setup and maintenance functions within HRIS for accurate processing.

● Project Manager for the City’s annual benchmark survey while analyzing labor markets, forecasting economic impacts and making recommendations. Present complex compensation plan analysis and recommendations to the City Council committee.

● Performs Salary Analysis for new hires to retain internal equitably as well as reviewing market competitiveness, potential compression and reviewing compa-ratios relevant to work experience, skills, education, experience.

● Administration of the City wide Rewards & Recognition Program.

● Maintains City’s job/position budget management module, includes participating in the annual budgeting process for wage and salary projections. Calculates costs associated with new jobs/positions and maintains within HRIS for salary planning and ‘pay for performance’ merit process.

● Prepares and presents proposals for compensation plans, City Manager's and Judges’ review of Executive compensation.

● Understanding and comprehension of federal/state wage and hour laws and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

● Participates in external salary and fringe benefits surveys annually. (Mercer, Compdata/Salary.com,, etc.).

● Assists departments in the process of organizational planning by evaluating department structure and job design. Reviews and evaluates proposed plans and provides recommendations.

● Administration of the performance management system, with proper tracking in HRIS to include annual reporting statistical metrics to the City’s Executive Leadership and creates charts/presentations depicting City's overall rating distribution, average compensation and distribution by department via pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.

● Conducts ad hoc studies of compliance with procedures, laws and statutes; financial impact and organizational structures of departments, divisions and cost centers.

● Develops, designs, and prepares standard and non-standard reports that capture and extract personnel and compensation data from HRIS utilizing a report writing program, while ensuring accuracy and integrity of the data via performing audits.

● Oversees processes for approving personnel actions through HRIS. This includes employee job/position information, performance ratings, salary or step maintenance, job family promotions, transfers, unique pay, etc.

● Conducts internal investigations of discrimination, sexual and other harassment claims filed by employees.

● Conducts special studies of compliance with procedures, laws and statutes; financial impact of human resource proposals; and organizational structures of departments, divisions, and cost centers. Compiles, analyzes and presents applicable recommendations of data for Senior Management. Human Resources Generalist - Employment Specialist June 2015 - June 2016 ~ Kansas City Kansas Community College

● Develop and administer a college-wide recruiting program. Responsible for recruitment, applicant tracking, screening, coordinating Interview Committees and final selection of candidates for employment.

● Research and analysis of compensation reviews in an effort to align a fair and competitive employment package within Higher Education; eliminating inequitable salary gaps.

● Design, update and maintain current job descriptions for multiple faculty and staff positions.

● Establish strong relationships in assisting to identify, attract, and recruit candidates in today’s competitive market while continuously collaborating to preserve positive relationships with various internal and external networks.

● Accountable for HRIS maintenance to ensure compliance and seamless execution in the hiring process while working closely with the hiring manager(s) and payroll department. Assists in payroll calculations via the Master Contract of Faculty, Adjunct and offsite Instructors. Works to quickly resolve any discrepancies.

● Identifies and ensures effectiveness of recruitment activities; while meeting compliance with current legal requirements of state and federal laws/regulations. Closely monitors future labor law updates.

● Develops and cultivates a fair and equitable pre-screening process while developing diverse Interview Committees with Management and Executive Leadership to ensure conformity and an unbiased hiring process.

● Contributor in the development of new theories and methods to expedite throughout the college while serving in a program/project leadership role as training, coaching and mentoring is required for seamless transitions.

● Ensure personnel files are in compliance with current federal and state requirements.

● Deployed the E-Verify process for all college locations, assisting in a more systematic and user friendly approach.

● Integrated consistent pre-employment screenings (background check, credit checks, physicals, etc.) in a cost effective manner consistent with legal requirements; eliminating potential disparate impact claims.

● Collaborates in the administration, education and maintenance of all college benefits programs. Rolled out a successful vendor transition in 2015-2016.

● Extensive analysis and research in rewriting a thorough Hiring Process to deploy throughout the organization for a much needed update to the obsolete process, providing clarity and overall consistency between multiple colleges locations and via OFCCP, DOL, EEOC compliance.

● Assists with the creation and execution of an Onboarding program to roll out in 2016.

● Effective in possessing the utmost confidentiality to all employees, while serving the diverse organization with exceptional customer service for overall employee satisfaction.

● Compliant with State reporting requirements for new hires and open positions. Controller / Unit Human Resources Manager

November 2004 - June 2015 ~ ARAMARK Corporation, Inc. (Multiple ARAMARK Locations) Unit Human Resources Manager – Kansas City Convention and Entertainment Center/Kansas City Performing Arts Center

● Oversees all unit Human Resource functions for KCCEF and KCPA associates.

● Ensures all annual rate increases and union required wage increases are processed timely and according to the current Collective Bargaining agreement.

● Weekly processing of Payroll via ABI and Time Plus Software. Handling discrepancies and retro pays, commissions, final pays, etc. when necessary.

● Executes a stream-lined recruitment processes for all associates while ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action Compliance, I-9 Express compliance/deadlines and submitting Background Checks in a timely manner.

● Interprets and complies with Collective Bargaining Agreement – SEIU Local 1, Union Dues, Grievances, etc.

● Maintains local HR Database - HCMS for all associates, annual increases, personnel changes, etc.

● Works closely with TALX Corporation for managing unemployment claims as well as Work Opportunity Tax Credits and Workers Compensation Requirements.

● Verifies work status utilizing E-Verify and Compliance.

● Maintains accurate Vacation/Personal Time Off records for exempt and nonexempt employees.

● Maintains employee progressive discipline and ensures company policies are maintained and followed in a consistent fashion for all employees.

● Oversees the annual Affirmative Action Audit and submissions – maintain Self ID form and tracking.

● TIPS Certified Trainer 2004 – 2010 (Training & Intervention Procedures).

● Coordination of all Non Profit Groups at KCCEF (includes staffing, payroll, coordination).

● Ensures compliance in training and recording of: Service Standards, Safety, ARAMARK Business Code of Conduct, Internal Customer Service Programs, ARAMARK Policies, Liquor Licenses, TEAM/TIPS Trained, etc. Unit Controller – Kansas City Convention & Entertainment Center, Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Performing Arts & Starlight Theater

● Overseeing daily financial operations amongst 6 separate Profit Centers and total volume of 15 Million in annual Revenue.

● Accountability for completing and meeting Previews/Budgets and Forecasting with minimal variances via daily, weekly and monthly requirements.

● General Ledger maintenance, District Reports, Fiscal Month End Closes / Fiscal Year End Close and all corporate reporting while achieving deadlines set forth and achieving GAAP and SOX compliance.

● Exceptional Client Contract Compliance, while delivering extraordinary customer service.

● Initiation and transmission of all Journal Entries, Transfers, Accruals, Sales & Marketing / Repair & Maintenance Accruals based on Gross Sales and distribution thereof.

● Lead the Accounting staff in Vendor Maintenance and compliance goals set forth.

● Interfaced with Department Heads on rollout of 3 new Points of Sale in fiscal 2014.

● Completion of Daily Sales Reports / daily maintenance of Profit and Loss Statements.

● Subcontractor compliance, sales splits, and payments in accordance with Independent Contractor standards.

● Accounts Receivable reconciliation & Accounts Payable compliance.

● Managing and enforcing Cash Handling policies; overseeing Vault Staff of 20, reconciliation and accountability of Event Center(s). Accountability for assisting in balancing and auditing over 200 concession stands.

● Complying and completion of financial audits, assisting in Regional audits as requested.

● Submission of weekly Payroll - troubleshooting & resolving payroll issues while meeting Wage and Hour Compliance.

● Hiring, On-Boarding, and development of Accounting Staff to meet goals and planning needs for the Accounting Department.

● Communicating with Internal Departments and attending or leading Weekly Staff Meetings.

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