Kristen Comeau
Somersworth
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources Manager with a proven track record at Community Action Partnership of Strafford County, skilled in employee relations and recruitment. Successfully developed training programs that enhanced workforce engagement and streamlined HR processes, improving retention strategies. Proficient in HRIS and committed to fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County
07.2012 - Current
- Enhanced employee skills through development of effective training programs.
- Streamlined recruitment processes using ADP Workforce Now and increased applicants by 35%.
- Cultivated a positive work environment by managing employee relations and conflict resolution.
- Analyzed HR metrics to improve retention strategies and identify trends.
- Maintained confidentiality while professionally resolving employee relations issues.
- Ensured compliance by managing HR records and improving data retrieval efficiency.
- Reduced financial discrepancies through meticulous payroll and benefits management.
Office Manager
Comeau and Son Construction
06.2007 - 11.2012
- Increased sales by 10% through effective management of office operations.
- Implemented policies that enhanced workflow and improved inter-departmental communication.
- Fostered staff development through mentorship and comprehensive training programs.
- Optimized executive schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements for effective time management.
- Negotiated favorable vendor contracts to streamline relationships and enhance service delivery.
Human Resources/Fiscal Support Specialist
Community Action Partnership
11.2010 - 06.2012
- Ensured regulatory compliance by managing financial records and documentation effectively.
- Streamlined budgeting processes, enhancing fiscal accuracy and efficiency significantly.
- Coordinated audits and reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly and accurately.
- Developed training materials that improved staff understanding of fiscal policies.
- Processed AP/AR for over 75 clients, achieving 99% accuracy in invoicing.
- Maintained audit-ready accounts through diligent reconciliation of bank and credit card statements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Human Resources Certifcate
University of New Hampshire
NH04-2019
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
New Hampshire Technical Institute
Concord, NH06-1994
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee relations
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Recruitment and selection
- Payroll coordination
- Employee handbook development
- New employee orientation
- Microsoft office and docusign
- Onboarding and orientation
- Exit interviews
- Human resource management software HRMS
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County
07.2012 - Current
Human Resources/Fiscal Support Specialist
Community Action Partnership
11.2010 - 06.2012
Office Manager
Comeau and Son Construction
06.2007 - 11.2012
Associate of Arts - Human Resources Certifcate
University of New Hampshire
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
New Hampshire Technical Institute