Lindsey Kovarna

Merrill,IA

Summary

Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

HR Manager

Great West Casualty

02.2018 - Current

Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
Collaborated closely with department heads in executing strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned human capital resources with company goals.
Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
Ensured legal compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits and updating policies as necessary.
Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.
Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping companies improve retention.
Facilitated organizational change through effective communication and collaboration with senior management.
Conducted internal investigations related to harassment claims and other workplace conflicts, providing resolutions that preserved the integrity of the company''s values.
Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency with the use of HRIS systems.
Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.

Director of HR

Thompson Solutions Group

02.2016 - 01.2018

Created succession planning strategies to ensure leadership continuity and long-term success.
Coordinated professional development programs that resulted in enhanced employee skills, boosting internal promotions.
Optimized workforce planning strategies to align staffing levels with business needs efficiently.
Conducted investigations and assisted with handling employee complaints involving Affirmative Action and EEOC to promote equitable workplace.
Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.

Talent Acquisition

Wells Enterprises Inc.

09.2012 - 11.2014

Supported organizational growth objectives with strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned talent acquisition with anticipated business needs.
Supported talent acquisition efforts with targeted employer branding campaigns that showcased company culture and values.
Conducted thorough research to identify industry trends and opportunities for company growth in talent acquisition.
Provided expert guidance on talent acquisition strategies, ensuring the successful recruitment of top-tier candidates for leadership positions.
Increased employee retention rates through focused talent acquisition initiatives and targeted selection methods.
Reduced recruitment costs by optimizing talent acquisition strategies and utilizing cost-effective sourcing methods.
Led recruitment efforts for new talent acquisition by collaborating with HR department on job postings, interviews and final selections.
Spearheaded innovative recruiting techniques, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize talent acquisition efforts.

Recruiter

Empirical Foods | BPI (Formally)

06.2007 - 09.2012

Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology With Emphasis in HR

South Dakota State University

Brookings, SD

12.2007

Skills

HR policies and procedures
New Employee Orientation
HR processes
Retention Strategies
Employment law compliance
HR software proficiency
Performance Management

Recruitment Strategies
Succession Planning
Leadership Development
Recruitment and hiring
Human Resources Department Processes
Human Resource Management Software HRMS

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