Kayla Martens
DeWitt
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources Specialist with a proven track record at Central DeWitt Community Schools, enhancing employee relations and retention through effective onboarding, orientation, and benefits administration. Expert in fostering professional growth and maintaining a high level of confidentiality. Expertise in employee recruitment, training and payroll management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
Central DeWitt Community Schools
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Ensure legal compliant of Human Resource laws by monitoring and implementing applicable HR federal and state requirements, rules and regulations.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Maintains Family Medical Leave Act documentation and ensures compliance with government requirements.
- Checking weekly timesheets and entering into the payroll system Software Unlimited.
- Exercise a high level of personal discretion and judgement in dealing with confidential matters.
Branch Manager/Loan Officer
1st Gateway Credit Union
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
- Create weekly/monthly reports to turn into upper management/board
- Heading onboarding and staff training process within the branch.
Loan Processor
Citizens First Bank
05.2014 - 03.2019
- Set up and completed loan submission packages.
- Reviewed loan files for completeness, identified missing documentation, and generated condition lists for applicants.
- Coordinated closing process with attorneys, title companies, and government clerks.
- Provided quick turnaround times to maintain fast-past schedule.
- Maintain escrow accounts by making payments for insurance premiums and property taxes.
- Prepare monthly audits of Loan General Ledgers and maintain loan clearance accounts.
Supply Sergeant/HR Specialist
Iowa Army National Guard
09.2008 - 09.2016
- Issued items to soldiers and kept detailed records.
- Wrote schedules and assigned soldiers to small arms maintenance.
- Monitored solider welfare upon arrival.
- Coordinated turn-ins of supplies and equipment for 300 soldiers.
- Recruit/Assist applicants who are interested in joining the Iowa Guard.
- Conducting Background Checks
- Help Soldiers further their Army Careers and assign classes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Managment
Eastern Iowa Community College District
Davenport, IAHigh School Diploma -
Central DeWitt Community School District
De Witt, IA05.2009
Skills
- Pre-Employment Screening
- Staff Management
- Recruiting
- Benefits Administration
- Employee Retention
- Employee Relations
- Exit Interviews
- Wages and salary
- Onboarding and Orientation
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
Central DeWitt Community Schools
10.2021 - Current
Branch Manager/Loan Officer
1st Gateway Credit Union
03.2019 - 10.2021
Loan Processor
Citizens First Bank
05.2014 - 03.2019
Supply Sergeant/HR Specialist
Iowa Army National Guard
09.2008 - 09.2016
Associate of Arts - Business Managment
Eastern Iowa Community College District
High School Diploma -
Central DeWitt Community School District
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