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Krystal Walsh

Channahon,IL

Summary

  • Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
  • Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, training, and employee management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees, management, and clients. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • Results-oriented professional with years of developmental experience, outstanding work ethic, and strong leadership capabilities; Passionate about promoting the needs of the company while providing exemplary customer service and creating a positive work environment; Seeking a position that welcomes initiative and commitment while offering continuous growth and development.
  • Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Generalist

City Of Warrenville
05.2024 - Current
  • Supported human resources functions including recruitment efforts, benefits administration, and performance evaluations.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision making.
  • Facilitated new hire orientations, providing comprehensive information on company-sponsored benefit programs.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on FMLA, Worker's Compensation, and benefits.
  • Facilitated criminal background check and pre-employment medical tests for new hires.
  • Collaborated with payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
  • Managed annual open enrollment periods, ensuring timely distribution of materials, accurate processing of enrollments, and prompt resolution of issues.
  • Verified certificates of insurance for accuracy and conformance with internal risk management policies and coordinated issuance to individuals and entities.

Senior Human Resources Generalist

City of Joliet
04.2018 - 03.2024
  • Streamlined HR processes for efficiency, simplifying paperwork procedures and enhancing the overall employee experience.
  • Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and management teams, addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing guidance on policies/procedures when needed.
  • Mediated employee disputes to find mutually beneficial resolutions while maintaining positive relationships between parties involved.
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
  • Led and managed special training courses such as yearly sexual harassment seminars.
  • Performed budget analysis to control expenditures and predict future budget needs.
  • Created comprehensive job descriptions that accurately represented role expectations; helping attract qualified candidates during recruitment efforts.

Payroll Agent/Hr Assistant

Brandenburg Industrial Services Co.
11.2012 - 04.2018
  • Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
  • Maintain employee files and ensure all documents and training records are accurate and up to date
  • Collaborated closely with department heads to identify key skills gaps within their teams, supporting targeted training initiatives.
  • Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
  • Maintained office supplies, distributed mail and processed invoices for payment.
  • Updated Human Resources Information System (HRIS) database, maintained data accuracy and assisted with system changes.
  • Helped coordinate employee relocation processes.
  • Schedule employees for yearly exams, drug testing, and licensing renewals.
  • Generate and process payroll by completing required documents such as timecards
  • Gather and Organize information to obtain City permits.

42A Human Resources-F5 Postal Clerk (Reservist)

United States Army
02.2010 - 01.2014
  • Completed basic training and graduated as a CLS Combat Life Saver
  • Finalized and filed all forms of notice for promotions, awards, and nonsuccess
  • Process paperwork for wounded, POW, KIA, soldiers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management- Human Resources

Rasmussen University
Romeoville, IL
12.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Business- Human Resources

Rasmussen College
Romeoville, IL
12.2014

Skills

  • Recruitment Management and Hiring
  • Applicant Qualification and Onboarding
  • Temporary and Seasonal Employees
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff Management and Development
  • Negotiation
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Decision-Making
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • FMLA Administration

Affiliations

  • SHRM Membership

Timeline

Human Resources Generalist

City Of Warrenville
05.2024 - Current

Senior Human Resources Generalist

City of Joliet
04.2018 - 03.2024

Payroll Agent/Hr Assistant

Brandenburg Industrial Services Co.
11.2012 - 04.2018

42A Human Resources-F5 Postal Clerk (Reservist)

United States Army
02.2010 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Management- Human Resources

Rasmussen University

Associate of Applied Science - Business- Human Resources

Rasmussen College

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