Wayne M. Kinney

Human Resources Professional

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LinkedIn • Bowling Green, KY

Proficiency in leading multi-functional organizations; possesses executive knowledge and practical skills in leadership, human resources, program management, training management and customer support. Demonstrated ability to operationalize strategic vision through diplomacy, collaboration, and teamwork.

RELEVANT SKILLS

Arm Room Audits

Labor Union Experience

Preparing and Presenting Reports

Government Contractor

Inventory Audits

Strategic Planning & Evaluating

Interpersonal Skills

Federal, State and Local Laws

Policy Development & Administration

Oral Communication

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Firearms Training & Development

Firing Range Safety Officer

Confidentiality

Reading Body Language

Oral Presentation

Seals Custodian

RELEVANT CAREER EXPERIENCE

Department of Interior, Mammoth Cave, KY 06/2021 – Present

Interpreter Park Ranger 40hrs/WK 553-******* PG05 Full-Time

As a Park Ranger works outdoors to patrol campgrounds, trails, and surrounding areas to ensure the safety and happiness of park visitors and the natural environment. Lead interruptive programs for visitors attending Mammoth Cave National Park.

Excellent customer service skills

Developing leadership styles of Guides

Continuously work on technical competence by created projects for new employees

Perform interpretive programs

Ensure safety is paramount for our visitors

RKW North America 02/2022 - 05/2022

SR. Human Resources Manager 50hrs/WK Full-Time

Human Resources Managers set the tone for the entire human resources department. From employee relations to payroll to compliance issues, the HR department helps ensure that an organization runs smoothly, and the Human Resources Manager is at the helm. Duties and responsibilities of a Human Resources Manager include:

Manage the staffing process, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.

Personnel Retention rate is 92%

Developed training materials and performance management programs to help ensure employees understand their job responsibilities

Created a compensation strategy for all employees based on market research and pay surveys

Investigated employee issues and conflicts and brings them to resolution

Ensure the organization’s compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Performed 20 personnel investigations

Supervised 10 Human Resources audits

Conducted daily tasks to solve personnel problems

Managed personnel matters in a union event

Department of Interior, Mammoth Cave, KY 02/2021 – 11/2021

Interpreter Park Ranger 40hrs/WK 553-******* PG05 Full-Time

As a Park Ranger works outdoors to patrol campgrounds, trails, and surrounding areas to ensure the safety and happiness of park visitors and the natural environment. I conduct tours and answer questions, enforce park rules and fire and safety codes, and participate in search and rescue missions.

Lead daily tours to over six hundred people

Conducted audits of required documents and training

CPR certified

As a true and selfless collaborator, I have stepped-up to take someone else’s program or activity to give them additional time to complete a project they are working on

I have never been late and always at least 45 minutes to hour early every scheduled day

Performed evening programs

Coordinated with outside resources for evening program

Sherwin Williams, Bowling Green, KY 09/2018 – 10/2020

Site Human Resources Business Partner 50hrs/WK Full-Time

Administered the overall facets of development and implementation of HR policies, processes, and programs for the Sherwin-Williams manufacturing plant across the Bowling Green, KY area. Resolved various employee issues via effectively addressing concerns regarding payroll, employee/supervisor discrepancies, and disciplinary actions, leveraging subject matter expertise. Directed the entire business development, talent management, key decision making, and maintenance of on-boarding/orientation processes.

Provided HR policy guidance and interpretation for stakeholders within a manufacturing setting for 123 individuals

Successfully saved the organization’s $240,000 in temporary service utilization cost

Led a seamless implementation and training to 123 individuals of a new HRIS system including Web Benefits, Performance Management system, Kronos, Tableau, and payroll system

Performed all functional duties business management and strategy, workforce planning and employment, HR development, compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, and risk management for 123 individuals to meet business objectives and support future growth

Managed and resolved employee relation issues and conducted over thirty-five scrupulous investigations

Conducted research, analysis, and reporting on market competitive and made recommendations on best practices

Appeared as a star witness in a company lawsuit

Conducted 123 job evaluations of new and revised positions

Subject matter expert and maintained in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-today management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance

Lead 25 Root Cause Analysis - Certified OSHA 30-Hour Safety in General Manufacturing

Thorough knowledge and understanding of HR principles and practices, including law and compliance requirements

Ability to multi-task and thrive in a rapidly changing environment

Excellent interpersonal, motivational, and coaching skills

Conducted classes on how to properly conduct investigations

Lowe’s, Bowling Green, KY 04/2017 – 09/2018

Customer Service Associate IV 40hrs/WK Full-Time

Served as a primary point of contact for all communications for a high volume of Lowes locations and promotional events. Accommodated and greeted customers during the initial contact as well as offered existing promotional circulars. Assisted customers with refunds while avoiding any discrepancies. Managed inventory and ensured timely stocking of shelves with products.

Delivered best-in-class customer service via making valuable recommendations in the selection, demonstration, and purchase of the product

Proactively managed and resolved customers’ queries and complaints and reported complex issues to senior management

Contributed significantly to assisting customers to resolve purchasing problems with relevant products and service

United States Army 01/2011– 04/2015

Deputy Director of HR Management 50-60hrs/WK Full-Time

Spearheaded the entire Human Resources activities at the routine and strategic level concerning full housing, recruiting cycle, change management, strategic planning, and implementation. Directly monitored eight HR managers across six different countries supporting ~10K individuals. Supervised HR Mangers and led efforts for HRIS compliance at Air Defense Artillery Unit. Ensured compliance with federal contracting/ procurement policies and legal requirements including fair labor standards, EEOC guidelines, grievance procedures, and applicable Local, State, and Federal laws.

Conducted audits aimed at driving tens of thousands of dollars in cost savings for outside organizations in five countries

Achieved “HR Manager of the Year” recognition selected by my peers in support of the biggest Pacific deployment since the Vietnam that supported a move of 1,800 individuals to Guam

Devised and deployed highly effective employee engagement and retention strategies with a focus on transforming organizational culture for ~10K individuals utilize data analyzing computer software

Improved quality of life for the Joint Reception stagging are with over 1,200 beds with rotating military and civilian personnel

Successfully planned, developed, and executed high-yielding programs to boost motivation and retention of employees by 48%

Lead Unit Safety Officer for all 240,000 personnel, thirty-five motor pools, and all range operations

Brief high level government officials

Coordinated 18-million dollars in federal contracts for units in Guam as a 1102

Maintained property records with zero default

Managed contracts and procurement of federal property

Processed all documents for disposal of property resulted in zero report of surveys

Held a warrant to negotiate on behalf of the United Stated

Provided high level briefings to Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel and other senior level officials

Successfully worked with over 30different agencies for various reasons

Provided daily briefings to the Department of State

Conducted over 50 “Arms Room” audits

United States Army 01/2008– 01/2011

Senior Human Resources Manager 40-50hrs/WK Full-Time

Proven leader as a Senior HR Manager. I spearheaded a team of twenty-five individuals overseeing the recruitment process, designing company policies, and setting objectives for the HR team. You will also help shape our employer brand strategy. To be successful in this role, you should be familiar with HR technology, including payroll systems and Applicant Tracking Systems. I ensured U.S. Army attracted, hired, developed, and retained qualified employees.

Supervised a staff of 8 Human Resources Specialists and oversaw all personnel and administrative systems to include awards, pay and benefits, job design, staff projections, evaluations, training and development, records, employee relations, family support program, employee drug testing program, and disciplinary actions under the Uniformed Code of Military Justice

Planned, developed, and directed all personnel systems to support the personnel life cycle to include strength and personnel accounting, casualty reporting, promotions, reductions, classifications and reclassifications, personnel evaluations, recruitment, and separations

Managed an operations budget of $2.8 million to support all personnel and administrative operations for the Battalion

Ensured quality assurance for human resources financial data and pay reporting for 911 employees

Reviewed submission of financial transactions related to payroll, allotments, and promotions

Served as Army Emergency Relief Officer and successfully led over 1,500 soldiers and their family members in acquiring $1 million in Army Emergency Relief loans and grants

Managed 14-million dollars in government contracts as a contracting officer

Approved all supply orders for my BN totaling 5.2 million dollars.

Maintained electronic database for all maintenance of property records

Held a warrant to negotiate on behalf of the United Stated

Conducted contract audits

Prepared audit reports after “Military Arms Room” audits

Provided daily briefings to the Department of State

EDUCATION

Master’s in counseling, Mental Health Counseling / Human Resource Management

Grad School University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Magna Cum Laude Graduate GPA 3.8

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) 2015-2016

Muscogee County 25hrs/WK

A CASA is a community volunteer who has been screened and trained regarding dependency, child development, and juvenile court procedures. Georgia's Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) programs provide an innovative, cost-effective approach to a very urgent crisis. Community-based programs recruit, screen, train and supervise volunteers to provide individualized advocacy for innocent victims and an independent source of information for the judge who must decide their future.

Represented children in the Muscogee County court system while testifying on their behalf

Use sound management skills and emotional intelligence to meet the child’s needs

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