About Us
SHRM Chapter #71
Thank you for your interest in BHRA. We are an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Whether you are new to the HR field or have many years of experience, we are a local professional community for networking, information, professional development and continued support of excellence in Human Resources.
We welcome your use of this site as a resource, and encourage you to check back frequently for updated information. We also encourage your involvement and suggestions about all of our activities, on the web and off.
Our mission and vision are simple and rooted in the commitment to the community we have been serving since 1965. We have identified three strategic priorities upon which all of our initiatives are founded, Our Members, Our Profession, and Our Community.
Organizational Structure
Blackhawk Human Resource Association is governed by a Board of Directors elected by the membership at large. Duties and responsibilities of the Board are outlined in the organization’s by-laws. The Board is comprised of five officer positions and core leadership area directors.
Benefits of BHRA Membership
As a member of Blackhawk Human Resource Association, you will:
- Have the opportunity to attend membership meetings that inform you of current issues, developments and changes in the human resource field.
- Meet and network with area HR professionals to share ideas, resources and information.
- Further enhance your professional growth by participating in conferences and seminars sponsored by BHRA as well as those on a state and national level by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM).
- Have the opportunity to utilize the SHRM Learning System and/or be part of a study group to become a certified HR professional.
- Have the opportunity to participate in our mentorship program.
- Be part of a nationally affiliated professional organization that is involved in community projects.
- Be represented at both the SHRM State Council and the National SHRM organization.
Committees
Joining a committee will give you the opportunity to work with a professional board and further develop your leadership skills while giving back to the profession and our community. The opportunities are truly endless and flexible with your goals. Whether your interested in working with students and emerging leaders or you enjoy advocacy and legislative efforts, BHRA has a multitude of committee opportunities!
Please reach out to [email protected] to hear more and to share your interest.
Membership Meetings
COVID-19 has impacted how BHRA conducts meetings. For the indefinite future, BHRA has transitioned to 100% virtual meetings and networking events. We cannot wait to get back together and hope to soon! Membership meetings are usually held every other month, with networking roundtable sessions held on the off months (Take a Break with BHRA).
Meeting notices are emailed to members and posted on the website. Pre COVID, each meeting may consist of networking time, a program on a Human Resource related topic, and food depending on the time of day. Topics on current trends or changes, legislative issues, or common HR issues and best practices provide professional development for our members. Programming topics are usually approved for credit through SHRM.
