Hi, I’m
Karisa Stahle, SHRM-CP
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Executive whom leverages people and best practices to create accountable performance. Change agent with history of driving continuous performance improvements. Develops and executes strategies to attract, develop, engage and retain strong and diverse talent.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Qnergy, Inc.Ogden, UT
Head of Human Resources
11.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Developed Human Resources policies and processes to bring HR responsibilities in house and away from consultants and a PEO.
- Prepared presentations to company Board of Directors regarding employee performance, retention trends and HR strategy.
- Coached managers at all levels of the organization on performance management techniques and provided feedback to help improve employee engagement levels.
- Managed payroll processing, benefits administration and other related HR functions.
- Assisted in developing strategies for improving organizational culture through employee engagement initiatives.
- Identified potential risks associated with HR practices or decisions prior to implementation.
- Assessed current staffing needs against future growth plans to determine appropriate hiring strategies.
Pioneer Metal FinishingSalt Lake City, UT
Regional Human Resources Manager
01.2021 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Hired to help with the finalizing of an acquisition from a family owned business to part of Pioneer Metal Finishing
- Supported Pioneer Metal Finishing location in Portland, Oregon and helping the beginnings of an acquisition in Union City, California.
- Managed the recruitment process for regional hiring needs, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing and selection.
- Provided advice to managers on employee relations issues such as performance management and disciplinary action.
- Prepared a variety of reports related to wage and salary data analysis to work with senior management in completing a review.
FlexCare Medical StaffingRoseville, CA
Director of Human Resources
10.2017 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Led the review and establishment of company goals, objectives, and strategy, as a member of senior leadership.
- Managed a team of seven HR professionals to maintain legal compliance with all federal and state laws and developed new policies based on changing business needs.
- Assessed all employee discipline, corrective action, and terminations.
- Selected to be on our critical leadership team to support and create policies for our healthcare staff during COVID.
QnergyFlexCare Medical StaffingRoseville, CA
Human Resources Manager
09.2016 - 10.2017
Job overview
- Managed all legal issues that arose including wage and hour, malpractice claims, and workers compensation with appropriate attorneys.
- Administered all employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k and worker’s compensation, along with meeting brokers to review renewals of all policies.
- Produce and review all job descriptions for internal and clinical staff.
- Project-managed the analysis and overhaul of compensation plans for sales and finance teams, completing the review of all job descriptions and determining to reclassify some exempt to non-exempt.
SBM ManagementNorth Highlands, CA
HR Learning Manager
01.2016 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Developed and implemented training plans, processes, and materials to meet organizational needs.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards related to learning management systems.
SBM ManagementNorth Highlands, CA
Human Resource Generalist
08.2012 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Performed multiple investigations concurrently including claims of harassment, discrimination, and other company policy violations.
- Supported 1,300 employees located in 11 states in all employee relations and HR concerns.
- Attended arbitrations, CA wage and hour, and unemployment hearings.
- Managed multiple local SEIU chapters, completing grievance processes and developing union relationships.
Pacific Coast Companies, IncRancho Cordova, CA
Human Resource Operations Representative
06.2009 - 04.2012
Job overview
- Supervised all leave of absence requests and tracking of FMLA, CFRA and OFLA, running all pre-employment background checks, and helping with random DOT drug testing
- Carried out ad hoc reporting for senior leadership using SAP.
Education
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science from Human Resources Management
08.2008
Southern Utah UniversityCedar City, UT
MBA from Organizational Leadership
UC Davis
Project Management from Certificate
Skills
- Management Support
- Compensation Structuring
- Employee Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Succession Planning
Certification
SHRM-CP Certified
Volunteer Experience
- Society for Human Resource Management, Active Member, 2012
- Utah SHRM Work Elevated (WECON) Conference, Co-Chair, 2022, 2023
Timeline
Head of Human Resources
Qnergy, Inc.
11.2021 - Current
Regional Human Resources Manager
Pioneer Metal Finishing
01.2021 - 11.2021
Director of Human Resources
FlexCare Medical Staffing
10.2017 - 01.2021
Human Resources Manager
QnergyFlexCare Medical Staffing
09.2016 - 10.2017
HR Learning Manager
SBM Management
01.2016 - 09.2016
Human Resource Generalist
SBM Management
08.2012 - 01.2016
Human Resource Operations Representative
Pacific Coast Companies, Inc
06.2009 - 04.2012
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science from Human Resources Management
Southern Utah University
MBA from Organizational Leadership
UC Davis
Project Management from Certificate
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