Kathleen Gamache-Dieckhaus
Saint Louis,Missouri
Summary
Dedicated HR professional skilled in implementing effective training and mentoring programs. Known for streamlining recruitment processes and enhancing performance evaluation systems to support organizational goals.
Overview
55
55
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Manager
City of St. Louis Collector of Revenue
St. Louis, MO
03.2007 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive HR policies to enhance employee engagement and retention.
- Led talent acquisition initiatives, streamlining recruitment processes to attract top candidates.
- Collaborated with department heads to align workforce planning with organizational goals and strategies.
- Conducted training sessions on compliance, diversity, and inclusion to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Managed performance evaluation systems, ensuring consistency and fairness in employee assessments.
- Analyzed employee feedback to identify areas for improvement in workplace environment and practices.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
Administrative Assistant to the Director
City of St. Louis License Collector
St. Louis, MO
05.2005 - 03.2007
- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for Director, ensuring efficient time management.
- Facilitated communication between departments, enhancing collaboration on key initiatives.
- Organized and maintained confidential files and records, improving information retrieval processes.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes, supporting effective decision-making during executive sessions.
- Performed personnel and payroll duties
- Performed purchasing duties
- Improved communication within the department through timely distribution of meeting agendas, minutes, and reports.
- Managed incoming calls professionally, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel or providing relevant information as needed.
Chief of Staff
State of Missouri 22nd Judicial Circuit Court
St. Louis, MO
05.1971 - 04.2005
- Streamlined court operations to enhance efficiency and reduce delays in case management.
- Coordinated communication between judicial staff, attorneys, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless workflow.
- Developed strategic plans to improve organizational effectiveness and service delivery within the court system.
- Implemented policies that strengthened compliance with state regulations and improved overall court performance.
- Analyzed workflow processes, identifying areas for improvement to optimize resource allocation and productivity.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to best practices in court operations.
- Attended meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
- Supervised staff and participated in hiring, training and performance evaluations to establish and enforce policies and procedures for business functions.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure smooth collaboration and completion of high-priority projects.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for direct reports, providing constructive feedback for continuous professional growth.
- Encouraged coordination and cooperation among departments and continuous review of interdepartmental processes to support quality control and improvement.
Education
Cleveland
St. Louis, MOCertificate of Curriculum Completion - General Business Practices
John Hancock Business School
St. Louis, MO03-1971
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee relations
- Microsoft office
- Training and mentoring
- Records management
- Onboarding and orientation
- Employee onboarding
- Performance appraisal
- Employee retention
- Workforce planning
- Training development
- Employee handbook development
- Policy enforcement
- New employee orientation
- Exit interviews
- Training programs
- Corrective action planning
- Compensation and benefits
- Recruitment and hiring
- Payroll administration
Accomplishments
Led a team of 25 employees through an intensive move of vital Court records
Recognized as a top manager for the Court
Received several perfect attendance awards
- Collaborated with team of 160 in the development of a new Court processing project
Timeline
Human Resource Manager
City of St. Louis Collector of Revenue
03.2007 - Current
Administrative Assistant to the Director
City of St. Louis License Collector
05.2005 - 03.2007
Chief of Staff
State of Missouri 22nd Judicial Circuit Court
05.1971 - 04.2005
Cleveland
Certificate of Curriculum Completion - General Business Practices
John Hancock Business School