Ann Bakken is a skilled professional, who works in Renaissance Learning main office of which is in 715. on the position of Senior Benefits Analyst since 2017. This expert has earned professional experience in more than 35 positions at various companies. Ann Bakken went to the Purdue University and was studying from 2013 to 2013. This professional has these qualifications: SPHR, PHR, and Life Insurance License. Madison, Wisconsin is the area, where this expert was known to live. This expert's email address and phone can be easily accessed through this website on demand.
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Anna Bakken,
Annabel Bakken,
Deanne Bakken,
Hannah Bakken,
Marianne Bakken,
Susan Bakken
Last updated Jul 01, 2024
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Senior Benefits Analyst
2911 Peach St, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
from Nov 2017
Human Resources Manager
Utah
Proud to be the first Human Resources professional employed by Preferred Title. My responsibilities include all things HR - Benefits, Employee Relations, Compensation, Total Rewards, Wellnes...
Aug 2016 — Sep 2017
Assistant Manager, Employee Benefits
Supported WPS Employees, Business Units, and Outside Vendors on all WPS Benefit plans.
Became in house expert for union and non-union employee benefits plans including; HMO, PPO and newly ...
Jun 2015 — Feb 2016
Human Resources Generalist - Temporary
6167 Pepsi Way, Windsor, WI 53598
Provided full time support to company while key employee was on leave. Larger tasks during assignment include supporting Open enrollment, updating payroll employee deductions and benefit pla...
2014 — 2015
Human Resources Administrator
Seattle, WA
Human Resources and Administrative Assistant for Preschool of the Arts, a nonprofit business. Responsible for Benefit administration, payroll processing and administration using Paychex TLO,...
Aug 2013 — Aug 2014
Executive Assistant - Temporary Assignment
10101 Woodfield Ln St, Louis, MO
Executive Assistant to the Regional VP of Finance/CFO and Regional VP of Human Resources for the parent company of St. Mary s Hospital. Provide scheduling and organizational support, made tr...
May 2012 — Jun 2012
Executive Assistant - Temporary Assignment
Madison, Wisconsin Area
Executive Assistant to the Regional VP of Finance/CFO and Regional VP of Human Resources for the parent company of St. Mary’s Hospital. Provide scheduling and organizational support, made t...
May 2012 — Jun 2012
Personnel and Finance Admin Assistant - Temporary Assignment
Dodgeville, WI
Provide admin support to the Personnel Director and Finance Director by reconciling benefit invoices, prepared new hire packets, processed new hire and termed benefit and payroll forms, othe...
Jan 2012 — Apr 2012
Payroll and Benefits Specialist 4 - Temporary Assignment
Madison, Wisconsin Area
Project/LTE position with UW Payroll and Benefits Service Center – processed incoming health and payroll forms, entered and corrected data on PeopleSoft system.
Oct 2011 — Nov 2011
Payroll and Benefits Specialist 4 - Temporary Assignment
Project/LTE position with UW Payroll and Benefits Service Center – processed incoming health and payroll forms, entered and corrected data on PeopleSoft system.
Oct 2011 — Nov 2011
Human Resources Consultant
Independent Human Resources consultant providing services to small businesses such as Benefit Administration, HR audits, Compliance audits, Handbook preparation, Employee relations including...
from May 2010
Human Resources Manager
Hands on Human Resources Manager for company consisting of 5 locations and over 160 employees. Provided hands on management of the following functional areas: Benefits, FMLA, Worker Compensa...
Jul 2006 — Apr 2010
Human Resources Manager
Middleton, WI
Managed Human Resources for company consisting of 5 locations and over 160 employees. Provided hands on management of the following functional areas: Payroll, Benefits, FMLA, Worker Compen...
Jul 2006 — Apr 2010
Human Resouces Coordinator
Blue Mounds, WI
Provide HR support to home office and 4 satellite offices. Perform all HR functions independently including benefit administration, negotiation and explanation for health, dental, life, STD...
Jun 2003 — Jul 2006
Customer Service Representative
500 west Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
Provided technical and specialized support for client companies during Benefit Open Enrollment. Helped potential customers understand various health insurance benefits and facilitated the en...
Aug 2001 — Nov 2002
Human Resources Project Assistant - Temporary Assignment
210 Church St UNIT D, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Assisted Human Resources while key employees were on leave. Position progressed to project level with the implementation of Lawson tracking software for Benefits, Human Resources and Personn...
Oct 1999 — Jul 2000
Technical Support Specialist
600 Brickell Ave SUITE 3200, Miami, FL 33131
CoProvided Call Center Technical End User Support for a Fortune 100 company. Instigated special projects when the need arose, helped to train new employees in policy and procedure in a mento...
Sep 1997 — Oct 1998
Chemist
Madison, Wisconsin Area
Responsible for the instigation and validation of unique methodology for the production and purification of antibodies and antigens of the bacteria Clostridium difficile. All aspects of met...
Oct 1995 — Apr 1996
Pharmaceutical R&D Chemist
Madison, Wisconsin Area
Responsible for the validation of client supplied methods and the development of client specific methodology for the testing of pharmaceutical products. All aspects of method development/va...
Dec 1994 — Oct 1995
Pharmaceutical R and D Chemist
Responsible for the validation of client supplied methods and the development of client specific methodology for the testing of pharmaceutical products. All aspects of method development/val...
Dec 1994 — Oct 1995
Pharmaceutical Chemist
Madison, WI
Responsible for testing pharmaceutical products via USP official monograph and client methods. Responsible for Project coordination and management.
Oct 1992 — Nov 1994
Pharmaceutical Chemist
Responsible for testing pharmaceutical products via USP official monograph and client methods. Responsible for Project coordination and management.
Oct 1992 — Nov 1994
Environmental Chemist
Cottage Grove, WI
Responsible for testing waste organic and inorganic solvent streams from various manufacturers for use in solvent recycling and reclamation plant. Analysis by GC, Distilation and Separation...
Oct 1991 — Sep 1992
Laboratory Technician - Temporary Assignment
Tested incoming and outgoing materials used in the battery manufacturing process by mass spectrometer, x-ray diffraction, wet chemistry, and other techniques.
Jun 1991 — Oct 1991
Laboratory Tech - Temporary Assignment
Madison, WI
Tested incomming and outgoing materials used in the battery manufacturing process by mass spectrometer, x-ray diffraction, wet chemistry, and other techniques.
Jun 1991 — Oct 1991
Environmental Chemist
Madison, Wisconsin Area
Tested environmental samples from outside clients using GC, HPLC, Separation techniques and other wet chemistry techniques. Analyzed results and wrote reports. Participated in health and s...
Jul 1990 — Jun 1991
Research Assistant - Temporary Assignment
Participated in departmental research projects
Jan 1990 — Jun 1990
Research Assistant
Madison, Wisconsin Area
Participated in departmental research projects
Jan 1990 — Jun 1990
Vice President
Mt. Horeb, WI
Valkyrie Archery Lanes is owned and operated by Roger, Betty and Ann Bakken. With over 30 years of continuous business, Valkyrie is the oldest and most respected archery retail and pro-shop...
from 1990
Laboratory Technician, Student Hourly
Participated in departmental research projects. Performed SDS Page, Gel Electrophoresis and other genetic testing techniques.
Sep 1987 — Dec 1989
Laboratory Technician
Madison, Wisconsin Area
Participated in departmental research projects. Performed SDS Page, Gel Electrophoresis and other genetic testing techniques.
Sep 1987 — Dec 1989
Education
2013 — 2013
2000 — 2000
1984 — 1989
1984 — 1989
1979 — 1983
Occupations
HR Specialist
Human Resource Manager
Executive
Vice President
Farmer and Animal Care
Hunter
Human Resources Specialist
Office Assistant
Vice President of Finance
Regional Vice President
Financial Director
Recruitment
Chief Executive
Office Clerk
Clerical Specialist
Financial Manager
Financial Officer
Skills
Benefits Administration
Employee Relations
Union Negotiations
Union Contracts
Organizational Development
Hiring
Recruitment/Retention
Conflict Resolution
Budget Management
Workers Compensation
Unemployment Claims
FMLA
ADA
COBRA Administration
OSHA
Safety Management
HRIS
Payroll Processing
Creative Problem Solving
Collaborative Problem Solving
Innovative Problem Solver
Strategic Planning
Project Coordination
Project Planning
MS Office Suite
Coaching
Customer Service
Policy Writing
Procedure Manuals
Health Insurance
Short Term Disability
401k
SHRM
Archery
Chemistry
Pharmaceuticals
Spanish
Recruiting
Employee Benefits
Training
Fmla
Personnel Management
Leadership
Human Resources
Hris
Deferred Compensation
Employee Training
Labor Relations
Employment Law
Six Sigma
Green Belt
Lean Management
Ada
Cobra Administration
Osha
Ms Office Suite
401K
Shrm
Affordable Care Act
Onboarding
FAQs about Ann Bakken
What is the main profession of Ann Bakken?
This professional's job is Senior Benefits Analyst
What are the main profession of Ann Bakken?
These person's professions are HR Specialist and Human Resource Manager
Where does Ann Bakken live?
Madison, Wisconsin is the place where Ann Bakken lives
Where did Ann Bakken work?
This expert worked at Renaissance Learning, Preferred Title.
What education does Ann Bakken have?
Ann studied at the Purdue University from 2013 to 2013.
Are there any certifications, that Ann Bakken has?
This expert received the following certifications: SPHR, PHR, Life Insurance License, Health Insurance License, CPR, Level 3 Archery Coach, Green Belt, Lean Belt, Sphr, Phr, and Life Insurance License.
What are the awards Ann Bakken received?
This professional received awards and these awards are: Past President, Wisconsin Archers Association Past Vice President, Northern Regional Archery Association 3 time National Archery Team Member World Record Holder - 18 arrow match play World Ranked Archer - highest rank 23rd in the world in Womens Compound Archery Girl Scout First Class Award Girl Scout Gold Award.
What languages does Ann Bakken speak?
Ann Bakken speaks English and Spanish.