Shawna Kuether, MPA, SHRM-SCP
Greenville,WI
Summary
Results-driven senior HR professional with expertise in strategic workforce planning, talent strategies, and organizational design. Proven track record in developing and implementing innovative HR policies, leveraging data-driven decision-making to align human capital with organizational goals. Skilled in mentoring teams, ensuring accountability, and managing change. Exceptional communicator with strong interpersonal skills, effectively engaging stakeholders and driving organizational success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2018 - Current
- Oversee the complete range of HR services for a mid-size university involving payroll processing, benefits coordination, recruitment strategy implementation, employee relations management and workforce planning.
- Align strategic workforce planning, position management, talent strategies, and organizational design with the organization’s strategic plan.
- Advanced professional development opportunities for staff members through targeted training programs designed to build skills essential for success in their roles.
- Implement innovative HR policies and utilized data-driven decision-making to drive change initiatives while mentoring teams and ensuring accountability.
- Ensure legal compliance by staying current on employment legislation changes and updating internal policies accordingly.
- Partner with senior administrators to lead organizational change and transition management with the expectation of improved effectiveness and efficiency
- Advise senior leaders on complex and significant human resources issues and initiatives.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 1,600 employee organization.
Deputy Director of Human Resources
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Streamlined operations by improving management processes and introducing modernized operations with strategic process enhancements, such as implementing applicant tracking system and electronic workflows to optimize recruitment and HR functions.
- Advised campus leaders on complex and significant human resources issues
- Organized team-building events, boosting morale and fostering collaborative work environment.
- Drove innovation in service delivery models by researching industry best practices and incorporating new ideas and data driven initiatives into organization's approach.
- Assisted in implementing change management initiatives for ACA, FLSA, and other legislation as well as campus projects.
Human Resources Manager
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Interpreted and administered personnel rules and regulations utilizing Wisconsin Administrative Code, Wisconsin State Statutes, State Compensation Plan, and University and State policy.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Enhanced team collaboration and efficiency by introducing innovative communication tools and team-building activities.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 1,600 employee organization.
Human Resources Assistant
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Worked with managers to provide recruitment and selection options, organization analysis, classification and compensation structures, and special recruitment needs
- Assisted with classified recruitments to ensure state policies and procedures were followed, including developing most appropriate civil service exam and rating criteria to ensure exams were content valid
- Designed and wrote queries utilizing Hyperion Interactive Reporting for data analysis to create report specifications to meet university personnel data reporting needs
- Organized team-building events, boosting morale and fostering collaborative work environment.
Recruiter/Personnel Coordinator
University of Maryland Baltimore County
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Partnered with leadership to strategize talent initiatives, formulate comprehensive workforce plans, and drive position management strategies
- Managed employee selection by conducting interviews, extending offers, preparing offer letters and new hire forms, and related documentation following policies and procedures
- Designed and facilitated training and orientation sessions
- Collaborated with state and federal agencies, as well as community-based organizations and employers, to establish partnerships aiming to attract potential candidates.
Member Support Specialist
The Corporation for National and Community Service
02.2008 - 01.2010
- Enhanced member satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving inquiries and concerns.
- Assisted in development of training materials for new hires, boosting overall member experience and proficiency in onboarding process.
- Assisted with implementation of new support software tools, leading to more efficient case management and improved member experience.
- Assisted members with correcting account, service, and system issues by educating on required forms and technical processes.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
- Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
- Developed strong relationships with members through empathetic communication and effective problem-solving skills.
Education
Masters of Public Administration (MPA) -
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (BA) - Sociology
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI01.2005
Skills
- Change Management
- Organizational Development
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Excellent Oral and Written Communication
- Leadership Development
- Decision-Making
- Reliability
- HR data analytics
ACTIVITIES/AWARDS
- National College and University Public Administrators-Human Resources (CUPA-HR) Member, 2015-current
- American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity, CAAP Certification, 2019
- ASCA Title IX Training, 2018
- Oshkosh Area Businesses Focused on Health (OABFOH) Board Member, 2017-2018
- National Industry Liaison Group, Regional Member, 2016-current
- CUPA HR National Conference 2016, 2017, 2019, 2023
- MOR Leadership Training, 2015-2016
- Outstanding Performance Award, UW Oshkosh, May 2015
- STAR Award, UW Oshkosh, April 2015
Certification
- SHRM-SCP - SHRM Senior Certified Professional
Timeline
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2018 - Current
Deputy Director of Human Resources
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2015 - 01.2017
Human Resources Manager
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2012 - 01.2015
Human Resources Assistant
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2011 - 01.2012
Recruiter/Personnel Coordinator
University of Maryland Baltimore County
01.2010 - 01.2011
Member Support Specialist
The Corporation for National and Community Service
02.2008 - 01.2010
Masters of Public Administration (MPA) -
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (BA) - Sociology
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
- SHRM-SCP - SHRM Senior Certified Professional
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