Human Resources Leader / Change Agent / Executive Coach

JOE FARLEY, MBA

Nebraska 515-***-**** **********@*****.*** LinkedIn

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES - SENIOR BUSINESS PARTNER Employee Engagement Human Capital Talent Management Consultant Executive Leadership DE&I Committed and engaged HR and Senior Business Partner with nearly two decades of strategic leadership in human resources. Acts as a strategic advisor, partnering with senior leadership to align HR strategies with business goals, ensuring compliance, and driving talent management initiatives. Excels in overseeing HR operations and providing guidance on employee relations and performance management. Demonstrates expertise in spearheading organizational change and shaping comprehensive total rewards programs. Brings a data-driven approach to decision-making, supported by a decade of experience in HR analytics and financial document preparation, aligning HR strategies with broader business objectives. As a certified Success/Life and Executive Leadership Coach, guides professionals to reach their full potential. As a StrengthScope facilitator, harnesses individual strengths to build cohesive, dynamic teams. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, and decision-making skills, essential for building effective relationships and driving strategic initiatives. Core Competencies Include:

Business Planning Strategic Leadership HR Advisory Talent Management Organizational Change Total Rewards HR Operations Employee Relations Performance Management HR Analytics Data-Driven Decision Making Financial Documentation Success Coaching

Executive Leadership Strengths-Based Team Building Inclusive Culture Development High-Performing Team Cultivation Compliance Management Business Alignment Project Management Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Critical Thinking Decision-Making Skills Learning & Development Executive Coaching DE&I (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Change Management Policies & Procedures EDUCATION - CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources Management Drake University, Des Moines, IA Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Marketing Simpson College, Indianola, IA Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Human Resources Certification Institute In Progress Certified Strengthscope Assessment Administrator Helios Success, Leadership, and Executive Coach Certification Thrive Today, Omaha, NE PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

HR Generalist, Subject Matter Expert Aug 2024 - Mar 2025 CROSSMED HEALTHCARE Omaha, NE

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Served as the HR Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Generalist for a prominent healthcare staffing company, delivering strategic HR support to corporate employees and traveling healthcare professionals. Designed and implemented policies and procedures that aligned with company culture and industry best practices, enhancing compliance, employee engagement, and retention. Key Achievements:

• Implemented essential HR infrastructure, including new policies and performance management systems.

• Resolved employee relations and conflicts, enhancing engagement and accountability.

• Collaborated with executives to strengthen organizational culture and address performance challenges.

• Created a coaching-based performance improvement model, replacing traditional discipline methods.

• Updated policies to comply with changing state laws and industry practices.

• Managed sensitive transitions with professionalism and confidentiality.

• Promoted inclusive hybrid workforce management strategies.

• Led initiatives to improve performance and retention through targeted development plans.

• Enhanced compliance with evolving drug testing regulations.

• Optimized recruitment, benefits, and onboarding, boosting organizational effectiveness.

• Recognized for delivering impactful HR strategies and fostering a high-performance culture. HR Consultant, Executive Coach (Independent Contractor) Dec 2022 - Present JOE FARLEY SERVICES Lincoln, NE

Proactive expert human capital guidance and strategic counsel on human resource models, policies, and procedures. Craft solutions to workplace issues and devise strategies for recruiting, retention, and employee development. Key Achievements:

• Delivers exceptional HR consulting services to small and mid-sized businesses, enhancing talent acquisition through innovative approaches and non-traditional sourcing, while focusing on internal talent development and ensuring optimal role alignment. JOE FARLEY - PAGE 2

• Collaborate with clients to develop retention strategies, emphasizing transparent performance management, employee relations, and engagement initiatives.

• Develop and deliver leadership development, communication, and conflict resolution training programs tailored to client needs.

• Coach executives, managers, and high-potential employees, resulting in enhanced team performance and increased engagement.

• Consult on organizational strategy and agility, assisting clients in adapting to market changes and sustaining competitiveness.

• Develop and implement strategic planning initiatives, including succession and talent management, ensuring long-term success.

• Advise on strategies and technologies to enhance the employee experience, including HRIS implementations to streamline HR processes and boost engagement.

• Partner with clients to create purpose-driven workplaces, demonstrating values and brand identity through diversity and inclusion initiatives and culture-promoting programs.

Current and Past Clients: City of Lincoln & Lancaster County - Learning and Development Consultant; Ag Valley Coop - HR Consultant and Executive Coach; Career Organic -Senior Leadership Development and Career/Leadership Assistant Vice President, People Engagement, Human Resources Jan 2019 - Dec 2022 FRONTIER COOPERATIVE Lincoln, NE

Acted as a trusted adviser and thought partner to senior leadership, driving an accountable, performance-driven, and purpose-focused culture. Led a team of 3+ HR professionals, advising on employer branding, talent management, succession planning, and total rewards. Key Achievements:

• Cultivated a positive work environment, promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging to enhance employee growth.

• Oversaw policy development and cross-functional collaboration with Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, and Sales to ensure alignment with core values.

• Managed the employee advisory group to enhance engagement and communication, advocating for employee feedback and influencing positive change.

• Guided HR processes; employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, benefits, and employee engagement.

• Innovated strategies to optimize candidate and employee experience, and oversaw interview training for hiring teams.

• Developed a compensation structure with finance, integrating incentives and bonuses.

• Managed international partnerships to bring interns through the WISE Foundation.

• Established Frontier University, a leadership training program for reskilling employees.

• Negotiated vendor contracts to enhance the total rewards program and led HRIS implementation.

• Contributed expertise in data analytics and guided a successful corporate merger in 2020. Benefits Consultant Jul 2017 - Jan 2019

AFLAC Lincoln, NE

Supported clients in choosing voluntary insurance policies tailored to their medical and life needs, enhancing their financial security. Collaborated with organizations to boost employee retention by implementing high-value, cost-effective benefits. Key Achievements:

• Developed impactful presentations to business owners and decision-makers, fostering trust and securing business partnerships.

• Designed customized insurance plans to help clients mitigate income loss from unexpected life events.

• Partnered with employers to educate their workforce on benefit options through group presentations and personalized sessions, ensuring tailored benefit utilization.

Director of Human Resources, Assistant Store Director Aug 2009 - Jul 2017 HY-VEE Ames, IA

Directed a team of 41 across diverse business functions, ensuring the achievement of team objectives and regulatory compliance. Managed HR functions for a workforce of over 450 employees, including hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, benefits, and terminations. Executed recruitment strategy that resulted in onboarding over 200 employees in the first year, aligning staffing with business cycles. Key Achievements:

• Mentored 10 employees who achieved promotions within the organization.

• Designed a strategy to reduce overtime, saving over $250k in wages, annually.

• Led team that met aggressive sales objectives, achieving an average of 5% growth yearly, and consulted on employee relations.

• Developed a budgeting tool and managed an annual labor budget exceeding $1M.

• Saved $50,000 in labor costs during the first year of implementation through strategic planning.

• Established recruiting partnerships with the local business community and Iowa State University to create an applicant pipeline.

• Increased enrollment in the employee wellness program by 6%, leading to significant cost savings.

• Reduced worker’s compensation expenses by 20% through safety initiative promotion.

• Negotiated a vendor switch, resulting in annual savings of $15,000.

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