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Chicago, IL, US

Chicago, IL, US

Chicago, IL, US

• Ensures all program information, websites, policies, schedules, catalogue and handbooks are accurate and up to date
• Serves as the editor for the catalogue and handbook updates for the School of Nursing collaborating with the SON Director and associate directors
• Posts the program policies, handbooks, and other relevant information on the W (shared) drive and update and maintain websites and ensure accuracies as appropriate
• Serves as the liaison for marketing and communication for the School of Nursing
• Maintains all school records and systems, including confidential student files, syllabi, course schedules, teaching evaluations, Castlebranch, Typhon, etc.
• Generates reports using school data, survey tools, and predictive analysis for regulatory and accreditation requirements, in consultation with other University Offices

Chicago, IL, US

• Provides clerical and administrative support to HR
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate client files and database
• Handles data entry and other administrative tasks
• Responsible for processing Form I-9s and entering the information into HRIS system(BlueSky, Campus Connect, ImageNow)
• Processes hiring and terminations for student workers and faculty and staff
• Meet with new employees for new hire paperwork

Woonsocket, RI, US

• ★ Recruited to function in a dual role, leading HR functions and assisting with store operations management. Serve as primary HR contact and Subject Matter Expert for employees and management. Answer employee HR.
• Directly lead and supervise a staff of up to ten non-pharmacy employees. Analyze and evaluate all operations reports and business reviews.
• Recruit, interview, and hire store staff, which resulted in the training of up to seven new employees on job responsibilities, company, and store policies.
• Ensure the highest level of internal and external customer satisfaction, providing exceptional customer service to the general public and employees. Provide answers, resolve issues, and strengthen retention rates and.
• Process payroll for store and pharmacy employees as well as monitor and control labor costs for up to 15 employees. Manage and enter PTO and Vacation time.
• Coached a training team of 15 people through the development and implementation of a new customer-focused training program.

Itasca, IL, US

• ★ Managed all district human resources functions. Oversaw six Human Resources managers and six Human Resources Coordinators for ten stores. Assisted with benefits to 150 employees per store during open enrollment.
• Led daily HR operations, including coaching and mentoring up to 150 HR staff employees per store.
• Authored and monitored KPIs and created team and personal success plans. Served as SME for any issues the HR team encountered.
• Attended district and regional meetings and manager training sessions to remain current on the company, store initiatives, policy changes, and system updates.
• Maintained knowledge and understanding of state and federal employment laws in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor, such as employment discrimination, anti-harassment, safety, wage-hour, and immigration laws.
• Served as interim Grocery Assistant Manager until successfully recruited as a permanent hire.

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, US

• ★ Managed general operations with an emphasis on maintaining and exuding Kohl’s Best Practices. Developed solutions to inefficiencies in operational processes.
• Recruited 50 skilled and motivated staff, resulting in a 20% increase in employee retention.
• Assessed company spending and identified areas for improvement.
• Maintained and completed payroll for 100+ employees.
• Conducted exit interviews and recruited for assigned positions.

Chicago, Illinois, US

• ★ Oversaw the HR function related to employee relations, training, payroll, compliance, compensation strategy, and benefits administration. Planned and conducted new hire orientation and maintained accurate employee.
• Revamped the orientation process to include 60% more active participation, increased engagement, and decreased time from four hours down to two hours, resulting in a quicker and smoother transition into the workplace.
• Recruited new staff and oversaw and conducted new hire orientation for up to 10 employees per orientation.
• Orchestrated annual open enrollment and educated up to 150 employees regarding their benefit options, resulting in reduced benefit corrections and a smoother enrollment process.
• Maintained and ensured compliance with Federal, state, and local laws, while ensuring staffing consistencies through the management of work schedule plans and staff absences.
• Monitored the performance evaluation program and participated in developing department goals.