Taya B. Email & Phone Number

In my role I develop effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent, manage the hiring process, and conduct interviews to select the most qualified candidates. Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding workplace issues, conflicts, or grievances. Provide guidance and support to both employees and managers in resolving conflicts and maintaining positive working relationships. Additionally, I ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations to promote a fair and inclusive work… Show more In my role I develop effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent, manage the hiring process, and conduct interviews to select the most qualified candidates. Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding workplace issues, conflicts, or grievances. Provide guidance and support to both employees and managers in resolving conflicts and maintaining positive working relationships. Additionally, I ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations to promote a fair and inclusive work environment. Im able to design and implement performance management systems that align with the company's goals. This includes setting clear performance expectations, conducting regular performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching, and identifying development opportunities for employees. Im able to identify training needs within the organization and develop comprehensive training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge. I also facilitate workshops or seminars on various topics such as leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and compliance training. Ensure compliance with legal requirements related to compensation, benefits administration, payroll processing, and employee leave management. I review existing HR policies and procedures, recommend improvements or updates, and develop new policies as needed. This includes ensuring compliance with employment laws, industry standards, and ethical practices. I foster a positive work culture by implementing employee engagement initiatives, such as recognition programs, team-building activities, and employee surveys. Analyze survey results to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to enhance employee satisfaction and retention. Show less

Executed HR duties related to I-9 compliance and document collection.Facilitated the onboarding process for new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.Managed employee rehires, transfers, terminations, and withholdings.Ensured adherence to department policies and procedures for successful internal and external audits.Supervised payroll processing to ensure compliance with tax laws, court-ordered wage assignments, and garnishments.Collaborated closely with the HR… Show more Executed HR duties related to I-9 compliance and document collection.Facilitated the onboarding process for new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.Managed employee rehires, transfers, terminations, and withholdings.Ensured adherence to department policies and procedures for successful internal and external audits.Supervised payroll processing to ensure compliance with tax laws, court-ordered wage assignments, and garnishments.Collaborated closely with the HR department to protect confidential employee data.Investigated and resolved employee payroll inquiries and problems through email, phone, and in-person interactions.Engaged an external payroll provider to automate semi-monthly payroll for a workforce of over 60 employees.Followed IRS guidelines and state regulations when submitting payroll taxes.Identified areas for process improvement and implemented new procedures to enhance efficiency, resulting in time savings per payroll cycle. Show less

Analyze and troubleshoot delivery issues in a timely manner to ensure smooth operations.Lead, motivate, and support a large team in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.Develop and implement career development plans for direct reports to enhance team performance.Allocate resources efficiently and assign workloads based on delivery requirements.Participate in the recruitment process by interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling new… Show more Analyze and troubleshoot delivery issues in a timely manner to ensure smooth operations.Lead, motivate, and support a large team in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.Develop and implement career development plans for direct reports to enhance team performance.Allocate resources efficiently and assign workloads based on delivery requirements.Participate in the recruitment process by interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling new personnel.Oversee HR functions related to the team’s performance and well-being. Show less

Albany, New York Area

Drafting and Editing Legislation: Responsible for drafting and editing legislation as requested by superiors.Sponsorship Evaluation: Reviewing sponsorship requests from other members and assisting in determining whether to co-sponsor or multi-sponsor bills.Office Functions: Performing basic office tasks such as managing mail, emails, phone calls, and faxes.Front Desk Duties: Acting as a liaison for Assemblyman O’Donnell by greeting visitors, providing information about… Show more Drafting and Editing Legislation: Responsible for drafting and editing legislation as requested by superiors.Sponsorship Evaluation: Reviewing sponsorship requests from other members and assisting in determining whether to co-sponsor or multi-sponsor bills.Office Functions: Performing basic office tasks such as managing mail, emails, phone calls, and faxes.Front Desk Duties: Acting as a liaison for Assemblyman O’Donnell by greeting visitors, providing information about the member and their legislation.Meeting Coordination: Scheduling meetings for the member or oneself and facilitating the organization of such meetings.Note-Taking: Taking detailed notes during meetings with constituents or organizations to capture their concerns and feedback.Communication: Relaying constituents’ concerns, preferences, and needs to the member effectively. Show less

Bachelor'S Degree, Law And Society

Associates, Criminal Justice

Activities and Societies: Assistant for student government