Latavia Austin
Hazel Crest,United States
Summary
Successful HR Assistant with background completing various administrative support and general human resources duties. Reliable with well-rounded skills to aid employees and department staff. Talented at applying wide knowledge of policies and procedures for compliance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
District Wide Cadre
District 147
10.2023 - Current
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
HR Assistant
Currency Exchange
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Improved employee satisfaction by streamlining HR processes and implementing efficient systems.
- Assisted in talent acquisition by conducting comprehensive job analyses and creating accurate job descriptions.
- Provided support for employee performance evaluations, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and providing helpful resources for employees.
- Maintained compliance with labor laws by conducting thorough audits of HR practices and policies.
- Responded to inquiries by answering telephone calls, in-person questions and emails.
- Maintained office supplies, distributed mail and processed invoices for payment.
HR Administrator
Northern Trust Corporation
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
- Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures to promote clear and consistent approach to managing employees.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Administered performance evaluations to provide constructive feedback and identify ideal candidates for promotion.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
- Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
Human Resources Operation Administrator
Orion Talent
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
- Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures to promote clear and consistent approach to managing employees.
- Administered performance evaluations to provide constructive feedback and identify ideal candidates for promotion.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
Recruiting Coordinator
PeopleScout RPO
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Coordinated incoming job requisitions and applications.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Reached out to qualified referral candidates to obtain applications.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
Education
MBA - Business Administrator
Governors State University
University Park, IL05.2021
Bachelors - Human Resources Management
Governors State University
University Park, IL12.2017
Skills
- Training Development and Execution
- Employee and Applicant Assessment
- Recruitment and Staffing
- New Employee Training
- HR Support
- Time Tracking and Payroll Administration
- Microsoft Office
- New Hire Orientation
- In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
- Coordinate Recruitment Strategies
- Providing Feedback
- Kronos Timekeeping
- Labor Relations
- Retention Program Development
- Candidate Searching
- Onboard New Hires
Affiliations
- Society of Human Resource Management
Timeline
District Wide Cadre
District 147
10.2023 - Current
HR Assistant
Currency Exchange
02.2023 - 10.2023
HR Administrator
Northern Trust Corporation
03.2022 - 10.2022
Human Resources Operation Administrator
Orion Talent
10.2021 - 02.2022
Recruiting Coordinator
PeopleScout RPO
06.2018 - 10.2019
MBA - Business Administrator
Governors State University
Bachelors - Human Resources Management
Governors State University
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