Trehanel Newton
Harvey,Illinois
Summary
Human Resources Professional with experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HRIS administration, payroll support and compliance. Currently completing an Associate of Arts in Business Administration (May 2026) with a 4.0 GPA, Dean's List recognition and membership in Phi Theta Kapp and Alpha Beta Gamma. Accepted to Governors State University for a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter
Cooper & Associates
New Lenox, IL
02.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed full-cycle recruitment processes for various positions within the organization.
- Conducted thorough candidate screenings to identify top talent for open roles.
- Created job postings and utilized multiple platforms to attract diverse candidates.
- Coordinated interview schedules, ensuring smooth communication between candidates and teams.
Human Resources Generalist
After School Matters
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed data entry of employee information in HRIS system for accurate record keeping.
- Managed payroll processing functions including timekeeping records, deductions and tax withholding calculations.
- Maintained employee records in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
- Conducted background checks and orientation, coordinating new employee onboarding process.
Human Resources Assistant
GEA Farm Technologies
Bolingbrook, Illinois
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring processes by conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and completing reference checks.
- Maintained accurate records of employee information such as wages, performance reviews, benefits, leaves of absence.
- Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
- Monitored timekeeping records for accuracy and completeness.
Administrative Assistant
RealPage
Lombard, Illinois
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
- Managed daily office operations and organized administrative tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records and managing filing systems effectively.
Human Resources Assistant
Securitas
Downers Grove, IL
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained HR databases and updated records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
- Posted job announcements and pre-screened applicants to candidates for available positions.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring processes by conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and completing reference checks.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL05-2026
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Vocational High School
Chicago06-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Governors State University
University Park, ILSkills
- Employee Onboarding & Offboarding
- HRIS & Data Management
- Payroll Support & Timekeeping
- HR Operations & Employee Records
- Training & Development
- Problem resolution
- Microsoft office
- Supervision and leadership
- Excellent communication
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
Recruiter
Cooper & Associates
02.2023 - 06.2025
Human Resources Generalist
After School Matters
06.2022 - 02.2023
Human Resources Assistant
GEA Farm Technologies
01.2022 - 05.2022
Administrative Assistant
RealPage
02.2020 - 07.2020
Human Resources Assistant
Securitas
04.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Prairie State College
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Vocational High School
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Governors State University