Jodi Foster
Belle Plaine,MN
Summary
Accomplished Senior Human Resources Director with a proven track record at The Lutheran Home Association, specializing in HR policies implementation and fostering strong interdepartmental relationships. Knowledgeable in compensation and benefits management, with a knack for aligning HR strategies with business objectives. Demonstrated success in enhancing organizational efficiency through the implementation of HRIS system.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Director
The Lutheran Home Association
11.2022 - Current
- Oversee HR department operations.
- Maintain company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Instruct and work with senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other department leaders to align HR strategy with overall business objectives.
- Coordinate internal communications efforts, keeping employees informed of important organizational updates and changes.
- Manage benefits administration, ensuring cost-effective coverage options for employees while staying within budget constraints.
- Implementing HRIS system for better data accuracy and ease of use by both HR professionals and employees.
Human Resources Director
The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine
08.2017 - 11.2022
- Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
- Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
- Partnered with department heads to address staffing needs, optimizing talent acquisition efforts.
- Monitored compliance with all relevant legal requirements.
- Oversaw workers' compensation program for employees injured on job.
- Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees and distributed all paperwork.
Payroll Specialist
The Lutheran Home Association
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1095s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
- Implemented PBJ (Payroll Based Journal) reporting process related to CMS reporting requirements.
Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk & Sales Rep
Airborne Athletics, Inc.
08.2005 - 06.2015
- Developed strong working relationships with customers, providing exceptional service while efficiently managing their account needs.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Huron University (Si Tanka)
Huron, SD05-2002
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bethany Lutheran College
Mankato, MN05-2000
Skills
- HR policies implementation
- Onboarding process
- Compensation and benefits
- Payroll management
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Director
The Lutheran Home Association
11.2022 - Current
Human Resources Director
The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine
08.2017 - 11.2022
Payroll Specialist
The Lutheran Home Association
06.2015 - 08.2017
Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk & Sales Rep
Airborne Athletics, Inc.
08.2005 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Management
Huron University (Si Tanka)
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bethany Lutheran College
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