KAYRA HAYWOOD
Park Forest,IL
Summary
Successful human resource candidate with 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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
City Of Harvey
06.2023 - Current
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 200 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines
- Supported employees through their FMLA journey, providing guidance and clarification on necessary documentation and procedures
- Enhanced the efficiency of the payroll department by cross-training team members in various functions
- Streamlined recruitment efforts by implementing applicant tracking systems and improving candidate screening processes
- Reduced time spent on administrative tasks, allowing HR team members to focus on strategic initiatives.
- Administered benefits programs effectively, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims for employees.
Administrator
CEDA Youth Program
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted students in identifying suitable colleges and programs based on their interests and career goals.
- Designed and implemented engaging workshops and activities to enhance students' skills and prepare them for the workforce.
- Established and maintained relationships with department groups to create internship and job placement opportunities for students.
- Guided participants through the application process, offering mentorship and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
- Monitored student progress and program outcomes, using feedback to continuously improve the initiative.
- Educated students about scholarship opportunities and the financial aid process, helping them secure funding for their education.
Human Resources Administrator
Groventure
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork
- Conducted thorough exit interviews with departing employees to gather feedback on company culture and identify areas for improvement
- Established strong relationships with external partners including recruiters, educational institutions, and industry associations to expand organizational reach in talent acquisition efforts
- Managed complex benefits administration tasks, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate record-keeping for all employees
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
Human Resources Assistant
Toys"R"Us
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Filed paperwork, sorted and delivered mail, and maintained office organization
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews
- Assisted with on-boarding process of 10 new hires
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Administrative Assistant
Sweet Angels Daycare
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southland College Prep High School
Richton Park, ILBachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Governors State University
University Park, IL05.2022
Skills
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Payroll Management
- Talent Acquisition
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in Paycom Software
- Recordkeeping
- Improving Organizational Standards
- Project Management
- Event Planning
- Leave Administration
- Compensation analysis
- FMLA Administration
Timeline
Administrator
CEDA Youth Program
06.2024 - 08.2024
Human Resources Generalist
City Of Harvey
06.2023 - Current
Human Resources Administrator
Groventure
03.2021 - 05.2023
Human Resources Assistant
Toys"R"Us
08.2018 - 03.2020
Administrative Assistant
Sweet Angels Daycare
05.2017 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Southland College Prep High School
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Governors State University
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