EXPERIENCE
RECRUITING DIRECTOR **/****-PRESENT
KLAVINS EXECUTIVE SEARCH LAKE ZURICH, IL
RETAINED EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM
Consultant for a retained executive search film, specializing in recruiting management teams for manufacturers in a variety of industries. Researching candidates through a variety of sources utilizing in-depth analysis tools to add to candidate pool. Composing templates for qualifications, job descriptions, and scoring matrix to align with client’s needs and company culture. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER 02/2016-08/2017
INDEPENDENT LIVING SOLUTIONS WATERBURY, CT
COMPANY WHO ASSISTS INDIVIDUALS WITH TRAUMATIC/ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY (TBI/ABI)
Managed employee integration into payroll including time and attendance system, benefits including medical, 401k, ACA compliance, workers’ compensation, administration office management. Duties included being the outside liaison with IT services company, medical and short-term disability broker, 401k financial advisors and investment company. During tenure ACA compliance program was implemented, along with a payroll system that could handle time and attendance, time management, benefits, HR, and ACA compliance all in one system at a 34% savings to the company. Researched and recommended solution for new server for the company network, along with ongoing servicing agency for IT needs. Processed all new hire orientations, as well as composed and presented training for mandatory state time and attendance system, and universal precautions.
RECRUITING DIRECTOR
KLAVINS EXECUTIVE SEARCH LAKE ZURICH, IL
RETAINED EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM
Consultant for a retained executive search film, specializing in recruiting management teams for manufacturers in a variety of industries. Researching candidates through a variety of sources utilizing in-depth analysis tools to add to candidate pool. Composing templates for qualifications, job descriptions, and scoring matrix to align with client’s needs and company culture. 203-***-****
Conducting first round phone interviews and recommending candidates for face-to-face interviews with firm partner before presenting to the client.
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES 07/2001 - 06/2011
WINCHESTER ELECTRONICS WALLINGFORD, CT
MANUFACTURER OF MULTI-PIN CONNECTORS AND ASSEMBLIES Managed employee integration into benefits, payroll, company culture, etc., traveling as required for employee meetings. Implemented a standard communication plan for managers and employees easing the transitions of corporate and economic changes. Monitored and improved the employee performance review process by training supervisors in the correct methodology for consistent employee evaluations. Received a savings cost for employees of approximately 30% in the Health and Welfare Plans by migrating to a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) to reap the benefits of a larger pool of participants for Health and Welfare while increasing employee self-service and online access to data 24/7. Conducted investigation on any complaints or allegations of any improper behavior or practice. Advised CEO, President, and the senior
management team on confidential personnel matters.
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER 01/2000 - 01/2001
WINCHESTER ELECTRONICS WATERTOWN, CT
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER 1992-2000
VEAM (ITT CANNON) WATERTOWN, CT
MANUFACTURER OF MULTI-PIN, CYLINDRICAL CONNECTORS AND ASSEMBLIES
RECEPTIONIST, ASSISTANT TO THE GM 1983-1992
VEAM (ITT CANNON) WALLINGFORD, CT
EDUCATION
University of Hartford, Hartford, CT — MS in Organizational Behavior, 2006 Teikyo Post University, Waterbury, CT - BS Business Management, 1990 SKILLS
Proficient in Web-based HR Information Systems, ADP Workforce Now Payroll, Time and Attendance, ACA Compliance, and reporting systems. Proficient in Sage Time & Attendance and ACA Comply Software. Proficient in MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Act and Access. Proficient in Mac OS software including Pages, Numbers, and Keynote.