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Emily Kizer

Rantoul,IL

Summary

Experienced HR professional with a strong background in employee relations and talent management. Recognized for exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, consistently delivering effective solutions. Valuable asset to team success, adept at adapting to evolving business requirements. Demonstrated expertise in recruitment, performance management, payroll administration, benefit administration, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Generalist

LITANIA SPORTS GROUP
01.2020 - Current
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisionmaking.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
  • Hire new employees into payroll and time clock systems
  • Process payroll bi-weekly
  • Help create, draft, and execute yearly strategic plan for department
  • Prepare and submit yearly audits for 401k, discrimination, year-end
  • Attend webinars and seminars to stay apprised of changing regulations relative to COVID-19, laws and regulations
  • General human resources contact for questions and policy enforcement
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through the development of standard operating procedures.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into workplace complaints, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism throughout the process.
  • Conducted career fairs, screened resumes and interviewed applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
  • Explained and administered medical insurance, disability and flexible spending accounts.
  • Developed and built internal and external relationships with project teams, department managers and consultant teams to improve delivery of HR services.
  • Improved organizational culture and morale through the implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
  • Managed talent acquisition process, resulting in improved candidate quality and faster time-to-fill ratios.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
  • Met with staff to resolve difficult situations related to performance and conflict management.
  • Coordinated company-wide events such as town hall meetings or wellness activities, boosting employee morale and fostering a sense of community within the organization.
  • Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.

Human Resources Administrator

CIM-TEK FILTRATION
12.2017 - 01.2020
  • Review resumes/applications, schedule interviews, conduct interviews, identify candidates for hiring
  • Hire new employees into payroll and timeclock systems
  • General human resources contact for questions and policy enforcement
  • Managed employee data and privacy to keep employee data confidential per organizational privacy policies.
  • Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
  • Managed payroll and timekeeping to track hours and accurately pay employees.
  • Maintained accurate employee records through diligent documentation of personal information, job history, performance evaluations, and other relevant data.
  • Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
  • Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
  • Managed complex benefits administration tasks, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate record-keeping for all employees.

Talent Acquisition Assistant

CARLE
07.2013 - 12.2017
  • Facilitated talent operations in the following departments: recruitment, onboarding & orientation, and talent & development
  • Maintained associate files for proper documentation
  • Assist in employee screening
  • Coordinated schedules between candidates and management
  • Ability to answer questions regarding benefits, policies and procedures
  • Provided exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders, addressing inquiries promptly and resolving issues proactively.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations by meticulously reviewing all documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Reduced processing time for procurement requests by consistently prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Legal Assistant

TORRICELLI & LIMENTATO, PC
07.2006 - 07.2013
  • Maintain client files with appropriate documents
  • Answer pleadings and discovery
  • Maintain attorney calendars
  • Coordinated invoices

Education

B.S. - Occupational & Professional Development

EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
07.2017

A.S. - Business Management

PARKLAND COLLEGE
12.2005

Skills

    Paycor HMS Software

    Excellent Interpersonal & Communication skills

    Employee Relations

    Employment law and HR compliance knowledge

    Benefit and Payroll Administration

    Recruitment life cycle

    New employee orientations

    Records management and confidential document control

    Team collaboration

    HR policies implementation

    Internal investigations

    Workers' compensation and Occupational Safety

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of five in the overhaul of a manual per pay period bonus calculation.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop automated calculations on quarterly bonus spreadsheets.
  • Achieved higher payroll compliance by using HCM software to its fullest ability.
  • Contributed to Safety, Events, and Sponsorship committees.
  • Achieved automation by introducing Paycor HMS for payroll, employment tracking, recruiting, and performance management tasks.

Work Availability

monday
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Timeline

Human Resources Generalist - LITANIA SPORTS GROUP
01.2020 - Current
Human Resources Administrator - CIM-TEK FILTRATION
12.2017 - 01.2020
Talent Acquisition Assistant - CARLE
07.2013 - 12.2017
Legal Assistant - TORRICELLI & LIMENTATO, PC
07.2006 - 07.2013
PARKLAND COLLEGE - A.S., Business Management
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY - B.S., Occupational & Professional Development

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