Human Resources

Kelly A Granger

**** ******* ****, #**~ Florence, Kentucky 41042

Cell: 859-***-**** Email:*********@*******.***

Objective:

A results-driven executive, with a proven track record of effectively managing Human Resources directives within a corporate environment. Looking for career progression opportunities in a growth-orientated company.

Competency Areas:

*Performance Management*Change Facilitation*Compensation/Reward Systems*Employee Relations*

Team Building/ Teamwork*Conflict Resolution*Diversity Management*Coaching/ Mentoring*

Organizational Development*Recruitment/ Turnover Control

Education and Training:

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

Northern Kentucky University

2001- Cum Laude -3.76/4.00

Foundations of Employee Relations

ECornell University

2008

Society for Human Resource Management

Various HR training

Currently pursuing PHR certification

SHRM member since 2004

Systems Training:

Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, AS400/Infinium, Outlook, HRIS, KRONOS

Professional Experience:

Human Resources Manager

Belterra Casino Resort and Spa- Pinnacle Entertainment

2004-Present

Serve as the property expert and strategic business partner in all Human Resource related matters and

provide legal expertise as necessary.

Direct the Human Resource team in training initiatives, Compensation, Recruitment, Employee Relations,

and Compliance.

Continually develop and educate operational team on fair and appropriate application and administration of

policies and procedures, as well as federal and state laws. Work directly with legal resources and corporate

team to uphold company integrity.

Implement succession planning for all levels of the organization. Encourage accountability from Executive

level members towards lower level management teams to ensure proper resolution of team member concerns

and administration of policies.

Design and implement effective property level Human Resource sponsored recognition programs. Support

Corporate sponsored events and departmental celebrations to maximize Team Member engagement.

Initiate team member focus groups to develop reward systems that support business objectives.

Provide strategic and comprehensive human resources direction to 1100 team members in a Hotel/Casino

environment.

Organize and facilitate training classes as needed for team member growth. Act as a liaison to facilitate new

hire orientation for new Pinnacle properties throughout the United States.

Maintain departmental budget according to Company policies to include: on-going expense approval and

monitoring, preparation of monthly profit and loss statement responses.

Recruit and attract talent by effectively using all sources including search firms, internet and local

newspaper listings. Explored staffing levels; working within the budgets, compendiums and time frames.

Human Resource Manager/ Office Manager

Gallatin Markets

2002-2004

Provided coaching, counseling and feedback to employees as sole manager while maintaining store

efficiency.

Accountable for all aspects of budgeting, accounting, and employee issues and concerns.

Implemented new human resource procedures to keep accurate employee and company records.

Accurate preparation, execution and distribution of payroll.

Front Office Manager

Belterra Casino Resort & Spa

2 2000-2002

Directly supervised staff of thirty to ensure quality guest service.

Initiated teamwork and collaboration between various departments to increase hotel revenue.

Provided coaching and feedback for front desk staff.

Issued performance evaluations and counseling notices as necessary.

Routinely conducted employee interviews.

Controlled hotel over-booking and inventory.

Provided excellent guest relations on a daily basis, both internally and externally.

~References available upon request.

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