KATHERINE SZARKOWSKI-BODER, MA, PHR, SHRM-CP

www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-szarkowski-boder 763-***-**** ad3tdv@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Seasoned Global Human Resources Director with over 20 years of experience leading and executing HR initiatives that deliver immediate impact in productivity, performance, and compliance in a number of industries. Extensive experience in all aspects of human resources leadership including employee relations, compensation, recruitment/retention, staff development, succession planning, regulatory compliance, HR policies, and benefits administration. Dynamic professional with an exceptional track record of actively improving process performance, profitability, integrity, and overall success of organizations by serving as a key strategic/tactical and collaborative HR Business Leader. Continually exceeds expectations by creating valuable partnerships and works well with people at all levels of an organization including stakeholders, executive management, team members, and employees.

Skills

Global Human Resources Strategic Leadership

Employee Relations, Satisfaction & Retention

Multi-Site Team Leadership & Development

Talent Acquisition & Succession Planning

Program Design & Data-Driven Solutions

Strategic Planning & Execution

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership

Benefits Administration & Negotiations

HR Information Systems Management

Compensation Analysis & Talent Management

Policy Assessment & Development

Data Analysis & Executive Reporting

Executive Management & Staff Training

Organizational Change & Growth Leadership

EEO, ADA & Regulatory Compliance

Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

Selected Accomplishments

Increased diversity and inclusion practices and improved DEI statistics to broaden OFCCP guidelines by over 12%.

Lowered unemployment rate from 12% to 2% and increased employee mental health benefits usage from 5.5% to 14%.

Worked with business owners from India, Japan, Norway, Germany, Sweden, Navajo Nation, Guatemala, and Mexico.

Successfully reduced Workers' Compensation Mod Rate from 1.01 to 0.72 in 3 years.

Directed HR disciplines for a retailer, manufacturer, and distributor with 500+ employees, 43+ locations in 16+ states.

Implemented organizational design and infrastructure to support massive growth in sales and customer service.

Reduced health care costs from $3M to $1.3 M by plan restructuring, education, health awareness, and offering HSA.

Pioneered Workers' Comp education, accommodation, and accountability resulting in a 36% decrease in premiums.

Work History

Director of Human Resources 12/2022 to Current

DecksDirect – Plymouth MN

Provide strategic leadership in all facets of Human Resources including talent management and change management.

Partner with executive leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals, particularly in the areas of staffing,

Design and implement HR policies, processes, and initiatives that ensure compliance and support company needs.

Spearhead talent acquisition and management strategies, applying best practices to attract and develop top-tier talent.

Vigilantly monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Champion ongoing professional development and certification programs for HR staff, while staying abreast of trends.

Employ data-driven methods and surveys to assess and improve employee morale, recognition, and productivity.

Exhibit exceptional problem-solving skills by addressing challenges with urgency, evaluating multiple solutions.

Global Human Resources Director 07/2022 to 12/2022

Ametek-Mocon – Minneapolis, MN

Led an international team of Human Resource professionals in US, UK, and Denmark for a global technology market.

Built strong relationships with management and employees based in India, Spain, China, France, Germany, and Italy

Drove process and improvements to establish USA corporate philosophy and metrics into consistent global practices.

Identified and trained senior leaders for career pathing into executive positions for newly acquired businesses globally.

Contributed as an essential member of the MOCON leadership team to deliver advice and develop people strategies.

Sourced top talent, coached leaders, conducted annual talent reviews, and engaged in strategies for retaining talent.

Implemented best-in-class HR practices as well as change management strategies to continue merging cultures.

Independent Human Resource Business Consultant 01/2007 to 07/2022

Human Resource Director of Ulibarri Financial Group LLC – Rio Rancho, NM

Originally came onboard as Human Resources Director of Ulibarri Financial group in the year 2007.

Acquired the business in 2013 and transitioned to an Independent Consultant role, overseeing all operational aspects.

Worked with minority owned, government run, not for profit, for profit, small startups, and larger established entities.

Consulted and collaborated with over 10 business owners (2 to 500+ employees), top executives, and managerial teams.

Drove growth via analysis, design, and implementation of methodical innovative initiatives for profit maximization.

Supported generational, cultural, economic, social, physical, and behavioral initiatives to promote diversity/inclusion.

Played major role in creating and transforming work environment to have inclusive work settings for diverse workforce.

Created internal Human Resource policies and procedures to encompass Native American Tribal requirements.

Mentored over 5 international executives and owners in understanding/applying American business laws and practices.

Human Resources Director, Corporate 01/2015 to 12/2015

Mary T. Incorporated – Coon Rapids, MN

Provided progressive HR support for over 700 staff and 52+ locations for a healthcare company servicing seniors.

Influenced employee relations, change management, process improvement, and program and policy development.

Instilled results-oriented coaching and training, strategic planning, and cultural diversity and sensitivity efforts.

Drove restructuring and transformation of HR business model through organizational design and communication.

Assured legal and HR compliance of newly opened business units in addition to acquisition of additional properties.

Built team of 9 for new HR aligned disciplines while incorporating support and accountability for management.

Previous Work History

Human Resources Manager, Corporate – The Tile Shop, Plymouth, MN – 2001 to 2007

Awards & Recognition

Award for Successful Health Promotion in Workplace on National Level – CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) and Department of Health & Human Services, Washington, DC

Nomination for Implementation of “HR Best Practices” in Twin Cities – MRA (The Management Association)

Scholarship Recipient – SHRM Foundation National Conference in Washington DC – 2016

Training, Licenses & Certifications

Certified Professional Human Resources (SHRM-CP, PHR)

Notary Public

Past NM Licensed Insurance Broker

Education

University of Phoenix, Master of Arts in Organizational Management

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