Human Resources Talent Acquisition

PAMELA VERMEYS, PHR

HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) DIRECTOR PEOPLE & CULTURE LEADER

Sloan, IA • 712-***-**** • ad6si7@r.postjobfree.com • www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-vermeys-phr-2a96835/ HR/people and culture leader leveraging 15+ years of expertise in HR strategy, change management, talent acquisition, training and development, and employee relations to drive business transformation for enterprise and SMB firms in diverse sectors. HR Change Leadership: Excels in driving organizational transformation for multi-state, multi-facility organizations by executing change initiatives that align HR strategies, policies, and processes with business drivers and industry trends while owning operational budgets. People & Culture Development: Extensive experience in driving strategic talent and leadership development programs, performance management frameworks, and DEI efforts to build inclusive, high-performance cultures that deliver growth in highly competitive markets. Continuous Improvement Focus: Proven track record of continuously improving workforce flexibility, resilience, and learning capacity by combining business analytics insights with expertise in best-in-class organizational design and change management methodologies. CORE COMPETENCIES

● Human Resources (HR) Leadership

● Strategic HR Planning & Execution

● HR Policy & ProcCurrentedure

Development

● Employee Relations & Engagement

● People Operations Management

● Enterprise Change Management

● Organizational Development

● Program & Project Management

● Talent Acquisition & Management

● Workforce Planning & Scheduling

● Employee & Leadership Development

● Training, Mentoring & Coaching

● Succession Planning

● Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

● Employee & Labor Law Compliance

● Compensation & Benefits Management

● Payroll Processing (ADP)

● Performance Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Regional Human Resource Director Unity Point Hospital, Sioux City, IA Mar 2024 to Current Has oversight of human resources strategy, processes, policies, and services; specifically in the areas of talent acquisition, benefits administration, performance management, engagement, employee/labor relations, compensation, and training/development. Serving as a collaborative, innovative, and trusted partner across the Hospital. Colleague Labor & Relations Senior Partner (Hybrid) MercyOne, Sioux City, IA 2023 to Mar 2024 Worked as a trusted partner, providing guidance and colleague relations subject matter support to Regional Health Ministry (RHM) based managers and colleagues in promoting and fostering of a fair, positive, and collaborative working environment. In collaboration with HR Business Partners

(HRBPs) and Colleague and Labor Relations Center of Expertise (COE) leadership and peers, the HR Partner Colleague Relations

• supported the implementation and management of colleague relations policies, processes, and programs.

• regularly interacted with RHM management, colleagues, and Colleague and Labor Relations COE leadership to collectively manage, resolve, and trend colleague relations matters, including planning and conducting investigations, responding to internal colleague complaints, and supporting colleague relations initiatives and projects.

• added value to the organization by providing colleague relations guidance and recommendations with a focus on enabling the achievement of Trinity Health's Strategic Aims to realize a person-centered, mission-focused colleague culture. Director of People & Culture (Remote) SESDAC, Vermillon, SD 2020 to 2023 Played a key HR leadership role with responsibility for developing and managing all enterprise HR functions, including recruiting and talent management, employee relations, organizational development, performance management, and benefits administration.

• Planned and executed HR strategies, programs, policies, and processes to facilitate recruitment and retention of top talent and prompt resolution of employee relations issues while ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant federal/state/local laws.

• Advised and supported business and people leadership in formulating HR strategy, interpreting HR policy, and implementing day-to-day performance management activities (including coaching, career development, and disciplinary actions).

• Supervised the recruitment, onboarding, and integration of new associates while developing and implementing processes to streamline the onboarding process, resulting in 20% filling of immediate openings and a vacancy rate of under 5%.

• Developed, implemented, and maintained all personnel policies and procedures (including the employee handbook) while ensuring the compliance of existing HR policies with overall company policy and regulatory requirements.

• Owned all employee relations activities, including investigating employee issues (including harassment and discrimination claims), standardizing employee relations processes, and training and mentoring leadership and employees on complex workplace issues. Human Resource Manager Denison Job Corps, Denison, IA 2019 to 2020 Provided strategic direction and operational leadership for all HR functions across a 250-employee organization, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, organizational design, compensation/benefits management, and DEI.

• Monitored and analyzed emerging talent trends and employee behaviors to develop and implement targeted talent acquisition strategies and employee relations action plans/interventions that sourced top talent, maximized employee engagement, and minimized turnover.

• Streamlined the company’s recruitment process to deliver a 10% increase in headcount in the first 6 months of tenure, in addition to managing the company’s performance evaluation program and creating personalized performance improvement plans for employees.

• Engaged with management and provided ongoing coaching and guidance on organizational design, talent development, and succession planning strategies and best practices to influence the development of the field organization in line with evolving talent needs.

• Created and managed a competitive employee benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k) while facilitating open enrollment of all employees in the benefits scheme.

• Prepared and delivered employee relations training to leadership and staff, in addition to conducting comprehensive, empathetic, and legally compliant investigations of employee grievances and disciplinary issues to facilitate fair, consistent issue resolution. ISS Supervisor & Substitute Teacher Dakota Valley Schools, North Sioux City, SD 2016 to 2019 Delivered administrative support to school leadership and taught students as required while maintaining a structured learning environment and complying with all policies and procedures of the school district. Director of Human Resources Blackbird Bend Casino, Onawa, IA 2014 to 2016 Served in a multi-faceted HR leadership role at a casino owned and operated by the Omaha tribe, with end-to-end responsibility for all hiring and onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations and investigations, and HR policy enforcement and disciplinary actions.

• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with casino leadership, employees, and members of the tribe to ensure efficient day-to-day HR operations and maintain a highly motivated workforce.

• Administered all employee benefits (including medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k) and led negotiations with insurance vendors to develop a competitive benefits package that complied with the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

• Conducted detailed investigations of workplace issues, coached management staff on resolution of employee complaints/grievances, and updated personnel policies/procedures as needed based on insights from employee relations investigations. Director of Human Resources SOO Tractor/Radius Steel, Sioux City, IA 2013 to 2014 Spearheaded strategic planning, tactical execution, and day-to-day management of all HR functions at a multi-site manufacturing company, including organizational design and effectiveness, leadership development, employee relations/engagement, and succession planning.

• Built consultative relationships with business leadership to jointly plan and execute HR strategies, programs, and policies that increased employee productivity and retention while strengthening employee engagement and morale.

• Utilized extensive knowledge of employee relations to drive policy/process improvements, safety and wellness programs, compliance frameworks, and investigations and corrective actions that improved employee satisfaction and engagement.

• Trained and educated managers and employees on HR policies, processes, and best practices, including employee relations programs, workplace safety guidelines, and performance management standards.

• Oversaw employee benefits and supported salary planning, in addition to managing all worker’s compensation claims and working with the Safety Committee to implement processes to improve workplace safety and minimize claims. Human Resource Manager Turkey Valley Farms, Marshall, MN 2012 to 2013 Directed the planning and execution of HR strategies, policies, and programs covering all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, total rewards, benefits, employee relations, performance management, and training and development.

• Guided and supervised a 12-member team in implementing strategic HR initiatives to build a highly motivated, performance-driven workforce and an accountable, continuous improvement-focused organizational culture in a union-free environment.

• Managed and made annual updates to the company’s compensation and benefits programs (medical, vision, dental, LTD, STD, 401K, and life), including rewriting job descriptions and conducting annual salary surveys.

• Established and developed the company’s Safety Committee to manage all workers’ compensation claims and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve workplace safety.

• Investigated and resolved employee relations issues and implemented corrective actions based on investigation findings while working closely with legal consultants to ensure the compliance of all employee relations activities with policy and regulatory requirements. Human Resource Manager (Contract) Land O’ Lakes, Arden Hill, MN 2011 to 2012 Strategized and executed HR policies/procedures and employee relations activities (including recruiting, onboarding, and training) across 10 locations with 200+ employees while ensuring company compliance with the most recent employment laws.

• Designed and implemented recruitment, interviewing, screening, and new hire onboarding processes as well as policies and training for supervisors on coaching, progressive discipline, reasonable suspicion, FMLA, and worker’s compensation.

• Updated and maintained the employee handbook and associated policies, in addition to establishing performance evaluation and management metrics and standards for all positions.

• Crafted a competitive benefits package and obtained employee feedback through an employee benefits survey and annual benefits update meetings to improve/change benefits structures.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

HR Consultant (Contract) CNOS, Dakota Dunes, SD

Area Employee Relations Manager Smurfit-Stone, Sioux City, IA EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Human Resource Management, Minor in Business Administration Briar Cliff University, Sioux City, IA Professional in Human Resources (PHR) HR Certification Institute (HRCI) PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member National Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Member Siouxland SHRM

Former Vice President Employer Council of Iowa

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