Kaysha Hughlett
Frankfort,Illinois
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in student support, recruitment, and HR functions. Proficient in onboarding, data integrity, and talent acquisition. Highly skilled in employee integration and personnel record management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Support Advisor I
DeVry University
03.2022 - Current
- Facilitate the new student onboarding process by providing comprehensive information on program costs, funding options, and financial planning
- Maintain accurate student data regarding enrollment, persistence, and graduation metrics, ensuring the integrity of tracking systems
- Guide students through financial aid procedures, offering insights on Title IV funding and assisting with financial plan estimations
- Support ongoing student success through regular progress evaluations and personalized assistance to resolve any academic or financial challenges
- Clear more than 200 students each semester to start the process of taking classes in their designated program.
Contract Recruiter
A & M Castle Metals
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Partnered with management to pinpoint recruitment needs and devised strategies to attract qualified candidates, enhancing the talent acquisition process
- Implemented innovative social media campaigns aimed at recruiting industry-specific professionals, broadening the company's reach and applicant pool
- Assessed and streamlined applicant sourcing by utilizing online job boards, collaborating with agencies, and engaging with educational and community organizations
- Coordinated interview schedules between hiring managers and candidates.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Human Resources Intern
HRDI
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Conducted thorough background checks and verified employment eligibility to ensure compliance and integrity in the hiring process
- Organized and maintained comprehensive employee personnel files, streamlining document collection and management of critical employment records
- Facilitated the onboarding process for new hires by preparing essential paperwork and contributing to orientation sessions, enhancing the integration of new employees.
Student Manager
Sodexo
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Enhanced team collaboration and productivity by implementing communication strategies that streamlined information exchange among staff
- Fostered professional development for student employees through regular meetings, offering guidance and performance feedback
- Organized and maintained employee documentation, while overseeing their training and managing daily staffing operations.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired over 15 employees
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Mangement
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, IL08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Management
Western Illinois University
Macomb, Illinois05.2021
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Data Entry
- Diligence
- Sourcing
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- Interviewing
- Recruiting
- Interpersonal skills
- Social media proficiency
Websites
Timeline
Student Support Advisor I
DeVry University
03.2022 - Current
Contract Recruiter
A & M Castle Metals
05.2021 - 09.2021
Human Resources Intern
HRDI
01.2021 - 04.2021
Student Manager
Sodexo
10.2018 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Human Resources Mangement
University of Illinois At Springfield
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Management
Western Illinois University
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