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Work History
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Kaisha Allen

Kaisha Allen

Human Resource/ Talent Management
Ridgeland,MS

Summary

Versatile Human Resource & Talent Management professional with a verifiable track record in employee data management, employee engagement and life cycle, employment analysis, onboarding procedures and programming, and full lifecycle hiring processes. Well-versed in business operations, administrative management requirements and relationship-building strategies. Motivated professional possessing outstanding multitasking and communication abilities, while fully supporting employee retention and satisfaction and talent development.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

V2X
Madison, MS
01.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated and attended recruiting events such as job fairs, conferences, and company recruitment presentations to maintain Talent Management
  • Developed job postings and worked with internal teams to ensure the accuracy of job descriptions
  • Assisted with ongoing diversity initiatives by researching best practices in the industry and staying abreast of current trends in Talent Acquisition
  • Built strong sourcing campaigns with Hiring Managers to boost engagement and acquisition across a variety of company departments
  • Assisted in offer initiation and collected all new hire onboarding documents, which provided an organized filing system with the team
  • Collaborated with HRBPs on various projects related to Employee Relations, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits
  • Monitored Talent Acquisition systems and reports, by ensuring data was accurate and met requirements at each site
  • Maintained current knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws, which allowed a successful hiring process
  • Scheduled and conducted new employee orientations weekly to a count of 1-5 new hires
  • Arranged new hire and candidate travel to attend new hire orientation or an interview, by ensuring a pleasant onsite arrival
  • Administered the Department of Transportation regulations and responded to 10+ requests weekly, providing concise data and abiding by all FMCSA regulations and interpretations
  • Managed the company's educational tuition assistance reimbursement program, ensuring accuracy and a successful payout to qualified employees
  • Assisted HRBPs daily, with operational changes in Ultipro by utilizing the tools of Onboarding, Process Hires, and over to Core

HR Specialist/Customer Service Representative

PPG Industries, Inc.
Canton, MS
04.2021 - 12.2022
  • Supported the HR Management Team to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future strategies on a day-to-day basis
  • Interpreted Leadership and Development into meaningful actions to improve employee performance, which resulted in a 4 out of 5 rating
  • Collaborated with HR Managers & Recruiters on how to conduct a detailed onboarding and orientation process
  • Maintained the Training and Development for our 10+ Canton employees, which allowed employees to stay informed, and knowledgeable, and deliver sharp performance
  • Assisted in monthly job duty transitions during promotions
  • Communicated in video call meetings daily, to ensure operations were kept to good standards and to address pending matters
  • Built out reports for the team, which tracked inventory, paint spec data, and plant operation data to keep the information accurate and current

HR Assistant/Accounts Payable Administrator

Rockett Inc.
Flowood, MS
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Overseen main office operations daily, which included managing the phone system, sorting mail, organizing office supplies, and signing in visitors
  • Achieved desired work environment and performance by proactively advising and guiding employees on best practices and overseeing safety training
  • Processed and filed 100+ invoices weekly in the Visual System, which allowed vendors to receive funds expeditiously
  • Scheduled or conducted new employee orientation weekly
  • Handled employee inquiries regarding benefits, payroll, and other HR-related topics, which provided essentials for employee success and lifestyle
  • Addressed harassment allegations, work complaints, and other employee concerns, thus providing a respectful and cultivating environment

Human Resources: People Operations Coordinator

Uber Headquarters
09.2018 - 12.2018

(3-month contract)

  • Coordinated and facilitated new hire orientation for 65+ new hires weekly, which delivered information on the company’s culture, essentials for a new hire, and motivating interactives
  • Overseen the I-9 process for new hires weekly in Workday and E-verify, to ensure the company hired legal personnel and stayed in compliance
  • Identified operational weaknesses to improve and innovate people, programs, and processes collectively with the team
  • Maintained an up-to-date understanding of changes in employment law, which allowed me to ensure current policies aligned reducing the risk of non-compliance, penalties, and potential lawsuits
  • Assisted in the development of job descriptions, policies, procedures, and handbooks
  • Handled sensitive employee and company information with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion daily

Human Resources: People Operations Coordinator

Dropbox Inc.
07.2017 - 08.2018

(6-month intern & 6-month contract)

  • Managed human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance
  • Conducted new hire orientation making new employees feel welcome and ready to succeed
  • Implemented organizational changes within Workday, which ensured data integrity in the HR system, by updating job profiles and organizations, employee personal data, and aligning the reporting structure of 3000+ employees and contingent workers
  • Prepared reports weekly on HR metrics such as turnover rate and absenteeism rate
  • Initiated employee evaluation process and recommended policy changes, to help staff progress toward desired readiness goals
  • Coordinated phone screens and onsite interviews, which included communicating with interviewers and candidates, scheduling conference rooms, and being the first point of contact for candidates on interview day

Office Administrator

Mississippi State Department of Health C&S
Jackson, MS
05.2011 - 09.2016
  • Performed a variety of clerical duties in support of the Ryan White program and executive level, which allowed me to manage up and deliver effectively to strategic operations
  • Managed database systems containing personal private information daily, causing a high level of security
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records
  • Conducted research, compiled and typed statistical reports, synthesized information, and provided excellent communication to disseminate information throughout the organization monthly

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Jackson State University, Jackson, MS
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Development

Jackson State University, Jackson, MS
04-2023

Skills

  • Full Life Cycle Recruiting
  • Applicant Tracking Systems: Ultipro, Oracle, Greenhouse, iCIMS, Bullhorn
  • Onboarding Administration
  • Human Resource Integrated Systems: Ultipro, Workday, PeopleSoft, Oracle
  • Background Portals: HireRight, Accurate Background, and First Advantage
  • I-9 Compliance: E-verify
  • New Hire Orientation Administration
  • Human Resource Operations & Regulations
  • Employee Engagement & Evaluations
  • HRIS & HR Policies and Compliance
  • Stellar Customer Service
  • Rewarded Implementation and Innovation record
  • Data Integrity & Management
  • Team Coachable
  • People Advocate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Coordinator - V2X
01.2023 - Current
HR Specialist/Customer Service Representative - PPG Industries, Inc.
04.2021 - 12.2022
HR Assistant/Accounts Payable Administrator - Rockett Inc.
03.2019 - 04.2020
Human Resources: People Operations Coordinator - Uber Headquarters
09.2018 - 12.2018
Human Resources: People Operations Coordinator - Dropbox Inc.
07.2017 - 08.2018
Office Administrator - Mississippi State Department of Health C&S
05.2011 - 09.2016
Jackson State University - MBA, Business Administration And Management
Jackson State University - Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Development
Kaisha AllenHuman Resource/ Talent Management