#SETSEGStaff: Kristen Finkbeiner
Meet Kristen Finkbeiner, our dedicated compensation and benefits administrator here at SET SEG! This open enrollment season, she’s playing a crucial role in guiding our own team members through the enrollment process, ensuring they make the best choices for their unique needs.
In any organization, having someone in this role is essential for navigating the complexities of benefits and making sure employees feel supported. With her expertise and hands-on support, Kristen is helping SET SEG employees understand their options and take full advantage of the comprehensive benefits we offer. Her commitment mirrors our mission of providing clear, knowledgeable support to all those we serve.
Q&A: Kristen Finkbeiner
Q: What is your role at SET SEG?
As a Human Resources team member, I approach each day with a servant’s heart. My goal is to be available and offer support to our staff members so they can focus on serving our members.
Q: What do you like about your job?
I enjoy that my role has a large scope of responsibilities including benefits, compensation, recruitment, compliance, and everything in between! No two days are ever the same which keeps things exciting and busy!
Q: What does working at SET SEG mean to you?
Putting schools first, working as a team, and simplifying the complex those – values really come to life in everything we do here. I’m grateful to work alongside such talented people who truly embody these values every day. Being part of that mission and seeing it in action is incredibly rewarding.
Q: How do you feel like you make an impact through SET SEG?
Serving Michigan public schools is our specialty. Being an outlet for our staff members during the good times and bad so they can focus on serving our members gives my role purpose. Human resources has always been a passion of mine because it allows me to serve others.
Q: Can you share your journey at SET SEG and how your career has evolved?
As I approach my 12th anniversary with SET SEG, it’s incredible to look back on the experiences and opportunities I’ve had throughout my career. After holding multiple roles in the Employee Benefits division and now being part of the HR team, I feel truly grateful for the support I’ve received from my coworkers and leaders. Their encouragement has allowed me to grow my skills and knowledge in ways I never would have anticipated, pushing me to step outside my comfort zone and embrace new challenges.