Linda Smith, Shrm Scp
About Linda Smith, Shrm Scp
Linda Smith is a Human Resources Business Partner with a strong background in HR program management and strategic planning. She has held various leadership roles in educational institutions and non-profit organizations, and she specializes in areas such as talent acquisition, executive coaching, and change management.
Work at TandemHR
Linda Smith serves as a Human Resources Business Partner at Tandem HR, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on various aspects of human resources, including program management and strategic planning. Her responsibilities involve collaboration with teams to enhance HR processes and ensure effective implementation of HR initiatives.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Tandem HR, Linda Smith held several significant roles in human resources. She worked as the Director of Human Resources at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as Chief of Staff (Director of Organizational Development) at Joliet Junior College from 2013 to 2016. Her earlier experience includes an eight-year tenure as Project Coordinator at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she focused on HR and business improvement.
Education and Expertise
Linda Smith earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management with a minor in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Management and Leadership from Western Governors University. Her educational background supports her expertise in HR program management, strategic planning, and executive coaching.
Certifications and Skills
Linda Smith holds certifications in SHRM-SCP and SHRM-Veterans at Work, demonstrating her commitment to professional development in human resources. She possesses extensive training in Lean Six-Sigma and Project Management, which enhances her capabilities in HR program management. Her skills include succession planning, corporate communication, payroll, and benefits management.
Personality and Strengths
Linda Smith's DiSC profile indicates a Creative Pattern, and her Myers-Briggs personality type is INFJ, often referred to as the Counselor/Protector. Her Gallup strengths include Individualization, Relater, Achiever, Learner, and Responsibility, which contribute to her effectiveness in talent acquisition, engagement, and team building.