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Leah McDonnell

Lebanon,PA

Summary

Personable Human Resources professional with solid background in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Strong analytical skills and committed to implementing HR policies and procedures. Detail-oriented team player with strong organization skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Specialist

Living Bold LLC
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided guidance on payroll, benefits and other HR matters to staff members.
  • Maintained and updated employee records to support accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed onboarding process for new employees, including orientation and training.
  • Oversaw preparation of new hire paperwork and managed on-boarding process.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee information in HRIS database.
  • Performed full-cycle recruitment, from job postings to selection and onboarding of new hires.
  • Created and managed employee handbooks, policies and procedures, and job descriptions.
  • Handled EEOC claims, worker's compensation and unemployment claims, and hearings.
  • Used Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage the recruitment and selection process.
  • Prepared and maintained employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, and promotions, used human resources management system software.
  • Scheduled and conducted new employee orientations.
  • Addressed employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
  • Conducted reference or background checks on job applicants.

HR and Office Administrator

Seltzer's Smokehouse Meats
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Answered phone calls and managed inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Created and maintained filing systems, both electronic and paper-based, to facilitate quick retrieval of documents.
  • Ordered supplies as needed while adhering to budget constraints.
  • Opened, sorted and distributed incoming correspondence.
  • Managed staff by recruiting, hiring and training employees.
  • Assisted with tasks to facilitate on-site executive support.
  • Arranged and coordinated company business travel.
  • Produced reports related to human resources activities such as hiring metrics, turnover rates and performance reviews.

Executive Assistant

Goodwill Keystone Area
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Provided administrative support services such as preparing reports, transcribing meeting minutes, conducting research.
  • Managed and organized confidential information to maintain privacy.
  • Proofread and edited executive documents and communications.
  • Coordinated executive calendar by scheduling meetings with appropriate parties and confirming availability.
  • Assisted with event planning by making travel arrangements and reserving venues when necessary.
  • Monitored and maintained executive files and records.
  • Created purchase orders for office supplies using cost effective methods.
  • Managed and maintained executives' schedules.
  • Made travel arrangements for executives.
  • Provided clerical support to other departments.
  • Attended meetings to record minutes.
  • Set up and oversaw administrative policies and procedures for offices and organizations.

Administrative Assistant I - Human Resources

DHL
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Supported day-to-day operations of HR functions and duties.
  • Filed papers and documents into employee files.
  • Maintained and updated employee records to support accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed employee database and provided HR reports as requested.
  • Managed payroll processing by verifying timesheets and ensuring accuracy of payments.
  • Maintained employee records including benefits, leaves of absence, performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
  • Packaged new hire packets and materials for distribution to newly hired employees.
  • Organized employee events such as team-building activities, holiday parties and award ceremonies.
  • Prepared reports on employment data, recruiting statistics and turnover rates.
  • Prepared and set up for new employee orientations.
  • Explained company personnel policies, benefits, and procedures to employees and job applicants.
  • Examined employee files to answer inquiries and provided information for personnel actions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Human Resources Management

Western Governor's University
Salt Lake City, UT

Associate of Arts - English/Literature

Harrsiburg Area Community College
Lebanon, PA
05.2009

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Effective Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team building
  • Human Resources Management Systems
  • Confidential Document Control
  • Employee Relations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Onboarding and Orientation

Timeline

HR Specialist

Living Bold LLC
11.2023 - Current

HR and Office Administrator

Seltzer's Smokehouse Meats
01.2023 - 04.2023

Executive Assistant

Goodwill Keystone Area
12.2021 - 12.2022

Administrative Assistant I - Human Resources

DHL
08.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Human Resources Management

Western Governor's University

Associate of Arts - English/Literature

Harrsiburg Area Community College

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