Kelsey Smith Sphr

Kelsey Smith, SPHR, SHRM-SCP has extensive work experience in the field of human resources. Kelsey is currently serving as the Senior Vice President/Director of Human Resources at Western State Bank since October 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Realtor at Century 21 FM Realty, starting in May 2022.

Kelsey previously held multiple roles at Western State Bank, including Senior Vice President/Director of Human Resources from February 2022 to May 2022, Vice President/Director of Human Resources from January 2019 to February 2022, and Director of Human Resources from January 2016 to February 2022. In these positions, they were responsible for implementing the human capital strategy, overseeing various HR functions, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Kelsey also served as an educator, mentor, and coach to optimize HR systems and managed vendor relationships, budget development, and department goal-setting/monitoring/reporting.

Before joining Western State Bank, Kelsey worked as the Manager of Total Rewards and Human Resources at Noridian Mutual Insurance from September 2014 to January 2016. In this role, they focused on establishing and implementing compensation and benefits programs and ensuring regulatory compliance. Kelsey also developed and implemented communication plans and materials for employees, management, and HR areas.

Prior to that, Kelsey worked at Noridian Mutual Insurance Company as a Compensation Analyst from April 2013 to September 2014, where they conducted job analysis and documentation, implemented job description builder systems, and conducted compensation surveys. Kelsey also served as a Human Resource Business Partner from August 2012 to April 2013, where they managed recruitment, coached management, and facilitated employee onboarding.

Kelsey's earlier experience includes working as a Human Resource Officer at Bank of North Dakota from April 2012 to August 2012, where they developed and coordinated employee and management training programs. Kelsey also worked as a Human Resource Technician at Job Service North Dakota from November 2009 to April 2012, where they processed career development requests, developed and facilitated training programs, and managed the training and conference committee.

Before entering the HR field, Kelsey served as an Office Manager at Woodline Manufacturing from August 2008 to October 2009. In this role, they managed accounting, payroll, and HR functions, including benefits administration, recruitment, training, and onboarding.

Overall, Kelsey Smith's work experience demonstrates their expertise and leadership in various aspects of human resources, including strategic planning, talent management, compensation and benefits, training and development, and compliance management.

Kelsey Smith, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, attended North Dakota State University where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration. The specific field of study for their degree is not provided. Additionally, Kelsey has obtained various certifications, including the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI) in May 2010. Kelsey also completed the Running Company Onboarding certification through LinkedIn in October 2016. It is mentioned that Kelsey has obtained the SHRM-SCP certification, but the exact month and year of attainment is not provided.