Kerry Swanson
Senior Human Resources Professional
Colorado Springs,Colorado
Summary
A strategic HR leader with a decade of experience and a proven track record of enhancing employee engagement and driving business alignment.
Experienced in developing and implementing effective HR programs across multiple disciplines has resulted in increased retention rates and engagement levels.
Consistently delivered measurable results and exceeded organizational goals with a focus on executing and influencing leadership vision on talent strategy
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Employers Council
Denver, CO
07.2022 - Current
- Increased applicant numbers for job openings by 200% in 2022.
- Designed and implemented training programs for consultants and full-time employees to enhance job skills; mitigated risk of information security and harassment claims and violations.
- Coached managers and directors on performance-related concerns; increased productivity and performance documentation.
- Identified cases and completed interactive processes for qualified individuals with known disabilities; documented accommodations to mitigate substantiated claims with federal and state agencies.
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
City of Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Springs, CO
05.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed Human Resources and 2 employees, resulting in excellent customer service for 300+ employees.
- Designed and implemented COVID-19 containment strategies, provided clarity and guidance on how to follow containment process for essential workers.
- Implemented hiring training programs, reducing multiple annual external complaints to none.
- Administered workers compensation compliant with State of Colorado; reduced injuries by training, awareness, and prevention.
RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Self-Employed/Contract
Remote, United States
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Delivered actionable research and data to Board of Directors to improve decision making by 50%.
- Led and trained recruiting teams at major telecom company to meet and exceed key performance indicators on time-to-fill metrics.
- Drove revenue by account management, negotiation, sourcing and filling risk management consulting roles for banking industry clients.
INTERIM DIRECTOR
Western Colorado University
Gunnison, CO
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Led department on career planning and success; increased placement rates and employer to student job opportunities.
- Planned and executed events to generate job prospects for enrolled students; increased school visibility and engagement.
- Managed work of 2-3 administrative assistant student workers; built working relationships and developed rapport.
RECRUITMENT AND ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
Botsford Associates
New York, NY
03.2014 - 07.2017
- Became top-revenue producing team member within three years.
- Provided exceptional client facing reviews resulting in bringing in additional business and positive company reviews; increased revenue by over $150,000.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
Western Colorado University
Gunnison, CO 09.2017 - Current
Skills
State and Federal Labor Law Compliance
Conflict Management
Multi-Disciplinary Human Resources
Business Strategist
Communications
Accomplishments
Presented the Human Resource Panel Topic at the 2022 Colorado Municipal League's Annual Conference in Breckenridge, Colorado.
Delivered a value-driven presentation on Attracting Talent with a focus on Colorado communities.
Received high ratings and positive feedback from the well-attended presentation in post-conference surveys.
Certification
Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), HCRI - March 2024
Timeline
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Employers Council
07.2022 - Current
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
City of Glenwood Springs
05.2019 - 07.2022
RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Self-Employed/Contract
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
Western Colorado University
09.2017 - Current
INTERIM DIRECTOR
Western Colorado University
09.2017 - 12.2017
RECRUITMENT AND ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
Botsford Associates
03.2014 - 07.2017