Laizha Harrison
Washington,DC
Summary
Proven Human Resource experience with well-established knowledge in recruiting, personnel development, new employee orientation, managerial support, and retention approaches. Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment while still applying customer relations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Administrator
George Washington University Hospital
1918 F St NW, Washington, D.C. 20052
05.2024 - Current
- Processed new hire paperwork and conducted onboarding orientations.
- Conducted exit interviews to determine reasons for employee departures.
- Advised managers on disciplinary actions when necessary while following company policies and procedures.
- Created presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint to educate staff members about HR topics.
- Answered questions from current or potential employees regarding benefits packages or other HR-related matters.
Talent Acquisition Associate
Washington Nationals Baseball Club
1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C 20003
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Conducted background checks and reference checks of prospective employees.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting phone interviews and scheduling onsite interviews.
- Developed job postings for open positions and managed applicant tracking system.
- Analyzed internal feedback surveys from employees about their workplace experience.
- Developed and maintained relationships with hiring managers to ensure recruitment needs were met.
Human Resources Intern
National Association of Clean Water Agencies
1130 Connecticut Ave NW, Ste 1050, Washington, D.C. 20001
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Oversaw recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new company staff.
- Updated employee records in the HR database system.
- Analyzed internal feedback surveys from employees about their workplace experience.
Recruiter Assistant
Peace Corps
1275 1st St NE, Washington, D.C. 20002
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Reviewed resumes, conducted phone screens, and managed candidate pipelines.
- Organized recruitment activities such as career fairs and campus visits.
- Assisted in onboarding new hires by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
- Provided hiring status updates to HR and managers for comprehensive oversight.
- Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
- Developed job descriptions and postings to attract qualified applicants.
- Worked with department managers to assess needs.
- Organized team-building activities to foster collaboration among departments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of The District of Columbia
01-2026
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
University of The District of Columbia
05-2024
Skills
- Onboarding and Offboarding
- Recruitment & Interviewing
- Customer Relations
- Communication Skills
- Kronos Workforce Payroll
- Microsoft Word
- Training and Mentoring
- Employee Paperwork
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Human Resources Administrator
George Washington University Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Talent Acquisition Associate
Washington Nationals Baseball Club
02.2024 - 04.2024
Human Resources Intern
National Association of Clean Water Agencies
05.2023 - 08.2023
Recruiter Assistant
Peace Corps
06.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of The District of Columbia
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
University of The District of Columbia