Anna Knight
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Lead Teacher
Building Blocks Child Development Center
02.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Stay at Home Mom & Part-Time Property Manager
MLB1LLC
03.2015 - 05.2019
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Handled rent collection, oversaw cash flow management, & ensured timely bill payments.
Human Resource Generalist
CoreSource
11.2013 - 03.2015
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisionmaking.
- Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
- Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
Human Resources Generalist
Apria Healthcare
06.2012 - 11.2013
- Provide guidance and training to management and associates to a group of over 300 associates
- Administer policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance with EEOC, FMLA, ADA, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, and FLSA
- Create and facilitate HR training for new members of management to ensure compliance with company policies and federal laws
- Seek new ways to improve Human Resources process; including development of informational guidelines for departing associates outlining their benefits and created phone interview templates for consistency across team
- Full cycle recruiting including completing onboarding and facilitating new hire orientation
- Participate in career fairs
- Facilitated benefits presentations highlighting major changes to medical plan
- Gave presentation at Concorde College highlighting for students the qualities employers seek in new-hire candidates and was asked to speak again at the college
Associate Relations Partner
Cerner
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Partnered with business leaders and associates to ensure workplace issues are resolved fairly and swiftly
- Advised management on all performance related issues; including counseling and preparation of performance management documentation and corrective action
- Responsible for supporting approximately 2,000 associates
- Acted as an expert resource in the investigation, corrective action, and termination processes
- Facilitated HR training to new associates and new managers
- Participated in unemployment hearings
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and corporate requirements
- Maintained working knowledge of federal laws including ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and EEOC
Human Resources Representative
DST Systems & DST Output, Inc
08.2007 - 12.2011
- Administered policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance with EEOC, FMLA, ADA, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, and FLSA
- Established and maintained effective associate relations through fair and consistent application of organizational policies and procedures
- Provided guidance and training to management and associates to a group of over 300 associates
- Investigated associate issues and counseled management on appropriate actions
- Partnered with management on organizational issues, structure, goal development, and policy
- Facilitated training to management on company policies and legal compliance
- Sourced, screened, interviewed, and recommended candidates for entry to mid-level positions
- Participated in recruiting initiatives such as internal career fairs and mentor programs
- Conducted new associate orientations and exit interviews
- Developed and coordinated policies for associate traveling worldwide, including compliance with immigration and work visa laws for international associates
- Planned, coordinated, and executed annual company picnic for 5,000+ associates, their families, and guests
Recruiting & Employee Relations Manager
Knight Transportation
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Achieved an annual 65% turnover when the industry average is 90%
- Received contest recognition for conducting the largest orientation classes in the Northeast region, 2006
- Achieved recognition for conducting the largest orientation class of quality applicants, 2007
- Consistently achieved recruiting quota of 30 new drivers per month
- Conducted initial training, and continually addressed all associate issues and counseled management to effectively resolve concerns
- Recruited, screened, interviewed, and processed experienced drivers for nationwide hauling for a branch location with 160 vehicles in the Kansas City terminal
- Processed applications, performed background checks, and scheduled transportation and lodging to facilitate the interview process
- Conducted new associate orientation
- Developed advertising for newspapers and other print publications throughout Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska to attract new candidates
- Scheduled, planned and attended career fairs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Welfare
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2006
Skills
Employee Relations Management
Exit Interviews
HR Policies Implementation
Recruitment and Selection
Onboarding and Orientation
Timeline
Part-Time Lead Teacher
Building Blocks Child Development Center
02.2021 - Current
Stay at Home Mom & Part-Time Property Manager
MLB1LLC
03.2015 - 05.2019
Human Resource Generalist
CoreSource
11.2013 - 03.2015
Human Resources Generalist
Apria Healthcare
06.2012 - 11.2013
Associate Relations Partner
Cerner
12.2011 - 06.2012
Human Resources Representative
DST Systems & DST Output, Inc
08.2007 - 12.2011
Recruiting & Employee Relations Manager
Knight Transportation
06.2006 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Social Welfare
University of Kansas
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