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Dawn Purser
Kingston,WA
Summary
Experienced HR Director with a strong background in leadership, project management, and training. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, budget management, and team building. Holds certifications in THRP II, gaming marketing management, business administration, and leadership training and development. Proficient in professional software platforms including Paycom, ApplicantPro, Payscale, and PerformYard.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Red Lake Gaming
HR Director
04.2023 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Led HR team members in delivering end-to-end human resource services including recruitment and employee training.
- Spearheaded the reorganization of HR departments for diverse entities such as casinos, hotels, restaurants, retail stores and corporate office.
- Executed policy updates to align with regulatory standards and improve processes.
- Develop HR budgets aligned with annual strategic objectives.
- Enhanced support systems to boost HR team's performance and continuous development.
- Completed training for THRP II certification.
Red Lake Gaming
Development Director
08.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Evaluated ongoing development initiatives and suggested enhancements.
- Developed Work Your Way Program to address departmental necessities.
- Designed Individual Development Plans for all personnel.
- Administered, created strategies and executed budgeting for all development initiatives.
- Designed leadership training modules.
- Conducted essential safety training for all team members.
Noo-Kayet Investments
HR Generalist/Acting Director
08.2016 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Direct HR staff functions in multiple sectors including gaming, hospitality, retail and corporate services.
- Oversaw HR services across all NKI Economic enterprises.
- Managed compensation study and oversaw implementation of new pay scale.
- Led successful implementation of new HR systems such as PerformYard, Paycom, HR Hero, and LMS.
- Optimized employee benefit plans by liaising with a new broker to enhance offerings.
- Collaborated with leadership across multiple tiers to ensure seamless communication.
Noo-Kayet Investments Economic
Business Planner
10.2010 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Certified in strategic planning with EDA.
- Led research and development efforts to ensure CEDS met EDA standards.
- Liaised with development entities to propose strategies for economic initiatives.
- Managed real estate transactions and land management processes.
- Provide stakeholders with routine reports on economic conditions.
The Point Casino and Hotel
Marketing Director
08.2003 - 10.2009
Job overview
- Boosted market share through deployment of innovative campaigns.
- Created strategies enhancing the customer service capabilities of the team.
- Oversaw personnel management while handling administrative duties and monitoring vendors and budget.
- Managed multi-director efforts to drive successful project outcomes.
- Enhanced workplace atmosphere to promote staff well-being.
- Revise department SOPs to guarantee compliance and optimize resource management.
Education
NWICRemote
Bachelor's degree from Business Management
University Overview
Not complete yet
Minneapolis Community and Technical CollegeMinneapolis, MN
Associate's degree from Social services
University Overview
Did not complete
Reno Nevada UniversityReno, NV
CERTIFICATE from Gaming Marketing Management
University Overview
Successfully completed a one week course in gaming Marketing Certification.
American Indian OICMinneapolis, MN
Certificate from Business Management
University Overview
Earned certificate, primary courses included but were not limited to Business English, Accounting, computer software, Marketing, Policy and Procedures, team building and HR
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Building
- Talent Acquisition
- Curriculum Development
- Public Speaking
- Software Proficiency
- Business Management
- Community Outreach
- Budget and SWOT Analysis
- Training
- Interpersonal Skills
- Change Management
- Performance Management
- Employee Orientation
- Oral Communication
- Office Management
- Innovative Thinking
- Strategic planning
- Branding
- Research & Development
- Compliance
- Progressive Leadership style
- Governing Documents
Certification
- THRP II Certification
- Business Administration Certificate
- Gaming Business and Marketing Certificate
Additional Information - Public Service
- Tribal council PGST
- Committee Member KCC, KRC, EDA
Publications
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies: Research, Develop and Submit for approval by Tribal and Federal EDA.
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Accomplishments
Facilitate purchase of Heronswood
Establish EDA Compliance for PGST
Created first host and tier program for the Point Casino
Timeline
HR Director
Red Lake Gaming
04.2023 - 05.2024
Development Director
Red Lake Gaming
08.2022 - 04.2023
HR Generalist/Acting Director
Noo-Kayet Investments
08.2016 - 04.2022
Business Planner
Noo-Kayet Investments Economic
10.2010 - 08.2016
Marketing Director
The Point Casino and Hotel
08.2003 - 10.2009
NWIC
Bachelor's degree from Business Management
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Associate's degree from Social services
Reno Nevada University
CERTIFICATE from Gaming Marketing Management
American Indian OIC
Certificate from Business Management
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