Barbara J. Hojer

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Seasoned Human Resources Professional with 20 years of progressive responsibility in various industries including retail, manufacturing, government and IT. Have brought an increased level of professionalism, knowledge, and integrity to each organization. Excellent rapport with all levels within the organization as well as with external vendors. Excellent communicator. Strong work ethic driven by the core value of integrity.


CORE COMPETENCIES

Employment laws and practices, recruiting, employee relations, management consulting, and compensation and benefits.


EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

VP, Human Resources, LAMPERT YARDS, INC., St. Paul, MN
1999 - 2009

Provided comprehensive human resources services and guidance for the entire company -- recruiting, benefits and payroll administration, employee relations, advising and coaching managers and supervisors on employee-related issues, policy development and guidance, workers compensation, and serving as a liaison between employees and management for lumberyard company with 35 locations and up to 700 employees across the Midwest.

Recruitment -- Recruited and selected staff for Corporate office, management and yard personnel who fit the Companys culture.
Affirmative Action -- Developed and implemented Affirmative Action plans, as well as process to meet Affirmative Action requirements for multi-site company.
Management Counseling -- Advised and coached management in employee relation issues resulting in increased management knowledge and ability.
Change Management -- Navigated company reorganizations during both growth and downsizing periods leading managers in staffing decisions. Maintained company loyalty during challenging years of an industry downturn.
Benefit Selection and Administration -- Developed benefit program to be competitive with market while meeting employees needs. Benefits included health, dental, life, disability, flexible spending, 401(k), workers compensation, FMLA, payroll and compensation.
Policy Development -- Created, implemented and enforced policies as needed, increasing consistency among multiple locations.
Supervision of human resources department, including payroll administration.


Human Resources Administrator, SMITH & NEPHEW ROLYAN, Milwaukee, WI
1995 - 1997
Recruitment and benefits administration for manufacturer and distributor with 300 employees.

Recruited and selected hourly, non-exempt employees.
Administered benefits including health, dental, life, disability, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and workers compensation.
Developed Affirmative Action Plan.


Personnel Manager, DODGE COUNTY, Mantorville, MN
1994 - 1995
Recruitment, benefits and compensation administration for county government with 300 employees. This was a newly created position requiring development of the personnel function for the County.

Developed centralized recruiting and hiring process for 12 departments.
Implemented employee benefit plan including development of a cafeteria plan.
Responsible for contract negotiations with five bargaining units.
Developed compensation plan in compliance with state pay equity requirements.


Administrative Manager, ANALYSTS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, Rochester, MN
1990 - 1994
Directing of administrative functions, benefits administration, and employee relations for software contractor with over 200 employees.

Recruited and interviewed technical and administrative staff.
Supervised administrative functions including recruiting, personnel, accounting, and management support.


Personnel Manager, TARGET STORES, INC., Minneapolis, MN
1987 - 1990
Recruitment and employee relations for retail store with over 400 employees. Promoted to the second largest store in the country.

Recruited and selected job applicants, while achieving lowest turnover in company.
Administered payroll and benefits, including supervising staff of 11.
Coordinated Target University training for over 800 employees at two stores.


EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

B.A., Business Administration, Minors in Accounting and Economics, Augustana College, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Society for Human Resource Management