Tami Manker
Sioux City
Summary
Dynamic HR leader with extensive experience at Short Staffed, Inc., excelling in talent acquisition and compliance. Proven track record in enhancing employer branding and streamlining hiring processes. Skilled in payroll administration and adept at fostering strong candidate relationships. Recognized for attention to detail and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Professional Placement
Short Staffed, Inc.
Sioux City
03.2025 - Current
- Lead full-cycle recruitment and oversee a team of recruiters.
- Develop hiring strategies supporting organizational and client goals.
- Partner with leadership to prioritize critical roles and streamline hiring workflows.
- Strengthen employer brand through targeted outreach, social content, and events.
- Ensure HR compliance and maintain accurate documentation.
Search Consultant – Construction Industry
gpac
11.2020 - 09.2024
- Recruited executive, managerial, and skilled candidates in multiple U.S. markets.
- Managed confidential searches and customized recruiting strategies.
- Conducted sourcing, screening, interviewing, and negotiation processes.
- Successfully placed candidates for superintendents, estimators, PMs, and leadership roles.
- Remote/USA
Human Resources Project Coordinator
Elite Staffing
South Sioux City
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Verified payroll hours, benefits, and deductions.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and expense tracking.
- Consolidated credit card reports and job-related invoicing.
- Contract Assignments
Benefits Specialist
Elite Staffing
Winnebago
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Administered medical, dental, life, disability, and retirement benefits.
- Coordinated with carriers, providers, and employees to resolve benefit inquiries.
- Ensured compliance with COBRA, ERISA, and HIPAA.
- Supported 401(k), Section 125, and deferred compensation programs.
- Contract at Ho-Chunk, Inc.
Human Resources Payroll Manager
Satellite Central
Sioux City
10.2019 - 11.2019
- Processed payroll and maintained HR documentation.
- Ensured accuracy in employee files, benefits entries, and timekeeping.
Human Resources Payroll – Benefits – Office Manager
RJ Tide Construction Company
Sioux City
06.2016 - 02.2019
- Oversaw payroll and benefits for two companies.
- Managed onboarding, terminations, and all insurance enrollments.
- Maintained work comp codes, equipment inventory, and HR compliance records.
- Provided AP/AR backup and supported office operations.
Assistant HR
Sioux City Foundry Co.
Sioux City
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Managed hiring, interviews, pre-employment screening, and drug testing.
- Delivered employee training and supported safety programs.
- Prepared HR documentation and maintained personnel files.
- Administered workers’ compensation and benefits support.
- Handled machinery inspections, safety equipment, and compliance records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodbury Central High School
01.1985
Skills
- Talent acquisition and placement
- HR operations and compliance
- Payroll and benefits administration
- Employee relations and support
- Workers’ compensation and safety
- Office coordination and administration
- Workforce planning and reporting
- Candidate, client, and vendor relations
- Process improvement and documentation
- QuickBooks proficiency
- ESub expertise
- FileMaker knowledge
- Zenople familiarity
- PRC experience
- Paycor usage
- ADP skills
- Avaya communication tools
- Witness software proficiency
- IEX application knowledge
- EIS system expertise
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Confidentiality practices
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
Affiliations
SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), Current Member
Personal Information
Title: Senior HR & Recruiting Professional
Systems And Software
- QuickBooks
- ESub
- FileMaker
- Zenople
- PRC
- Paycor
- ADP
- Avaya, Witness, IEX, EIS
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Director of Professional Placement
Short Staffed, Inc.
03.2025 - Current
Search Consultant – Construction Industry
gpac
11.2020 - 09.2024
Human Resources Project Coordinator
Elite Staffing
08.2020 - 10.2020
Benefits Specialist
Elite Staffing
01.2020 - 03.2020
Human Resources Payroll Manager
Satellite Central
10.2019 - 11.2019
Human Resources Payroll – Benefits – Office Manager
RJ Tide Construction Company
06.2016 - 02.2019
Assistant HR
Sioux City Foundry Co.
02.2013 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Woodbury Central High School