Staci Anderson
North Mankato,MN
Summary
Dynamic HR professional with extensive experience at Kato Engineering and Scholarship America, excelling in communication and organizational skills. Proven track record in enhancing employee engagement and streamlining HR processes. Adept in Microsoft Office 365, I effectively manage multiple projects while ensuring compliance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Assistant
Kato Engineering
North Mankato, MN
03.2024 - Current
- First point of contact for employees with day-to-day inquiries regarding HR systems, processes, door/badge security system, and password resets within Kronos, BizLibrary, and Workday.
- Greet visitors, answer service center calls, and provide general HR support.
- Prepare and update employee communications, promotion of company-sponsored employee activities, events, drawings and contests.
- New hire orientation preparation of badges, I-9 tracking, setup of new hires within HRIS systems, Nidec swag giveaway (also track inventory and order company gear).
- Assist with job fairs.
- Scanning and filing.
Program Manager
Scholarship America
St. Peter, MN
11.2015 - 02.2024
- Worked directly with external clients to guide them through their scholarship program cycle, including the contract, student application, evaluation, selection, notification, college payment and conclusion reporting.
- Worked with cross-functional teams and used multiple computer platforms, including Excel, Word, Office 360, Ring Central, Teams, CRM and other internal computer platforms.
- Provided suggestions to maximize program impact.
- Completion of all processes within the scholarship program contract.
- Maintain detailed student records and determine eligibility.
- Provided customer service support to clients, students, parents, and schools.
- Ensured all program calendar timelines are met.
- Updated and communicated program details, including contract, calendar, application processing and evaluation, allocation and distribution of awards, and preparation of conclusion reports.
- Invoiced and maintained accurate financial accounts for assigned programs.
Human Resources L&D Coordinator
AgStar Financial Services
Mankato, MN
04.2002 - 11.2015
- Coordinated learning and development opportunities for team members.
- Recruitment: Job postings, scheduled interviews, completed reference and background checks, new hire tracking and onboarding.
- Membership Tracking: Review and approve all individual and company memberships.
- Reviewed and approved tuition reimbursement and Professional Certifications.
- Completed Verification of Employment and Unemployment / Determination of Benefits.
- Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System: Compliance and renewal tracking.
- Records Retention: I-9s and Team Member Driving Records.
- Miscellaneous: Compliance, Record Retention, Process improvements and efficiencies in all areas, audit invoices for payment, assist the Call Center and Front Desk with high-level customer service.
- Assist marketing with Holiday gala, annual conference, and client events; process mail, filing and other administrative and general office responsibilities when needed.
- Confidentiality and collaboration are a must!
Accounts Payable / Executive Assistant / Human Resources
Taylor Corporation Companies
North Mankato, MN
09.1992 - 02.2002
- Human Resources – Carlson Craft | May 2000 – April 2002: Interviewed candidates, extended job offers, completed personnel file audits, administered orientation and employee benefit program, tracked workers’ compensation, budget spreadsheets, and assisted the HR Director as needed.
- Administrative Assistant – Label Works | May 1994 – May 2000: Assisted onsite managers and supervisors as needed, created spreadsheets for various reports, presented orientation, and performed other HR related duties as instructed.
- Accounts Payable – Taylor Corporation | September 1992 – May 1994: Audit invoices and statements, process payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND08-1988
Skills
- Microsoft Office 365
- Communication
- Time Management
- Organizational and Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
Timeline
HR Assistant
Kato Engineering
03.2024 - Current
Program Manager
Scholarship America
11.2015 - 02.2024
Human Resources L&D Coordinator
AgStar Financial Services
04.2002 - 11.2015
Accounts Payable / Executive Assistant / Human Resources
Taylor Corporation Companies
09.1992 - 02.2002
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
North Dakota State University