Jana Klauke
5.0
(13)
Studied at University of Northern Iowa
Works at UnitedHealth Group
Successful clients at
Not currently taking new clients
Work Experience
Internal Coach
UnitedHealth Group
May 2024 - Present
Obtained certification and advanced coaching certification through the Hudson Institute Formally coach leaders in the Next Gen Leadership program on leadership development, career development and growth Informally coach executives on a weekly basis though one on one meetings
Sr People Business Partner
Optum
May 2022 - Present
Hiring Manager
Consult, coach, and act as a strategic partner to business executives on organizational design and effectiveness throughout all stages of growth (start-up through acquisition/integration); as an example, influenced leaders on organizational design and staffing strategies to support business goals. Successfully aided in the business transformation through multiple senior leadership changes within the organization (resignations and exits) through diligent stakeholder analysis and effective communication strategies. Navigated, built, and leveraged relationships throughout UHG/Optum/OptumRx – a highly matrixed Fortune 5 organization; successfully aligned policies and processes as a non-integrated entity to benefit the business and employees, as well as to prepare for integration. Quickly developed a deep understanding of the complexities of the business to ensure that recommendations, observations, and strategy were communicated/executed to drive business results.
Vice President, People
divvyDOSE
March 2016 - May 2022
Hiring Manager
Built and led a high-performing HR team and function at an early stage start-up through acquisition by a Fortune 5 Company. Championed talent development efforts; led exercises to identify key talent, as well as their developmental needs and retention risks; actively discussed succession planning and identified talent gaps within the company. Engaged in intentional conversations around key talent gaps/needs within the organization to ensure that the right leaders are working to advance the goals of the company. Developed and led the strategies for workforce planning – both hiring rapidly and downsizing in order to meet company needs.
Director of Career Services
University of Iowa
December 2012 - March 2016
Admissions Committee
Provide a full-range of comprehensive career services to approximately 70 full-time MBA students, including recurring coaching sessions, resume critiques, mock interviews and job/internship search strategies. The highly-individualized approach has contributed to high percentages of students who have accepted jobs within three months post-graduation year after year. • Intentionally sought out opportunities in organizations like MBA Career Services Council to support professional development, as well as to increase the visibility of the Tippie program to other business schools and employers. • Selected by the board of MBA Career Services Council to co-chair the Global 2013 conference in Washington D.C. after being a part of the organization for two years. Responsibilities include developing a strategic vision for the conference, remotely leading 12 committee chairs, managing a large budget, and generating a significant profit which is needed to support the operational budget of the association for the following year. • Established strong relationships with students, faculty and staff by showing a genuine interest in a desire to help contribute to positive outcomes in both career and programmatic success.
Associate Director of Career Services
University of Iowa
July 2010 - December 2012
Admissions Committee
• Provided career coaching, leadership development, job search strategies, and mock interviews for full-time MBA students (domestic and international).
Director of Internships
Augustana College
May 2008 - July 2010
Interviewer
Counseled over 300 undergraduate students and alumni in one-on-one career development and internship appointments per year, which helped to contribute to an increase in for-credit internship experiences. * Served on numerous community committees which helped to build relationships with employers and procure internship and job opportunities. * Collaborated with faculty and academic departments to develop more structured processes regarding students participating in academic internships. * Directly supervised over 200 internship which included tracking hours, supervising payroll, grading assignments, corresponding with site supervisors, and conducting site visits in order to develop a more robust experience for the students. * Managed a $145,000 grant over four years awarded by the Illinois Board of Higher Education and distributed money to provide paid internships within 15 Illinois companies and organizations in order to increase the chances for full-time employment within the state post-graduation. Over 85% of students who interned as a part of the program ultimately accepted Illinois-based jobs after graduating. * Elected President after serving two years as Vice President of the Illinois Small College Placement Association (ISCPA). Responsibilities included developing a strategic plan, organizing the internal mentoring program, chairing the Professional Development Committee, planning an Employer Site Visit to the Chicago White Sox, and the annual summer retreat, as well as purchasing professional liability for the association for the first time in over 25 years.
Assistant Director of Career Services
Augustana College
August 2005 - July 2010
Presented career-related workshops including: interviewing tips, preparation for graduate school, resume/cover letter tips, and internship search strategies. * Planned and executed the Career Center’s largest on-campus event (www.gotoProfair.org) where over 90 companies, organizations and graduate schools participated – yielding 20% of the annual operational budget for the year. * Trained graduate students, new career advisors and student paraprofessionals to help with resume critiques, mock interviews, personal statements, and job search strategies which led to a faster basic review before seeing a counselor for a more in-depth critique. * Served as a first-year adviser for 15 ‘high-risk’ first-year students. Actively engaging in their first few months of their college experience helped to increase the chances of retention past the first semester. * Initiated and supervised the re-design of a more professional Career Center website, which led to a more user-friendly page and increased traffic.
Education
University of Northern Iowa
Masters, Education
2003 - 2005
Grade: 4.0/4.0 Activities and societies: Full assistantship for the Vice President of Educational and Student Services. Master of Arts in Education, Postsecondary Education: Student Affairs
Luther College
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
1999 - 2003
13 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
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