CORNELL LYDE
149 26th ST NW Atlanta
Summary
Knowledgeable Human Resources professional with a solid foundation in employee relations and talent management. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills. Key contributor to team success and adaptable to changing business needs. Experienced with managing HR operations and recruitment. Utilizes effective communication and conflict resolution skills to foster positive work environment. Strong understanding of HR policies, legal compliance, and organizational development. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Generalist/Recruiting Assistant
HMSHost International
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Support the full recruitment process including posting new job postings for over 7 states and roles that range from entry level to director level. Conduct initial applicant screenings, coordinate interviews, orientation and finalize the onboarding process
- Actively participated in recruitment drives and job fairs representing company's values and vision while attracting qualified candidates.
- Conducted confidential investigations of discrimination, harassment, workplace violence and process terminations.
- Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as General leaves, FMLA's, Medical leave, worker comp, wage garnishments, and unemployment claims.
- Generate official internal documents such as offer letters, appointment letters, salary slips and corrective action letters
- Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
- Updated key human resource metrics on turnover and terminations using reporting tools on HRMS database.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
CRC Human Resources Benefits Assistant
Amazon
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Responsible for answering policy questions and processing absence claims for Amazon employees who need to take time away from work due to COVID
- Serve as the support contact for Amazon employees with questions about their time away from work due to illness or quarantine
- Assess new claims and make accurate classifications about the type of absence required
- Contact employees as needed and keep them updated on the status of their claim
- Streamlined benefits administration processes by implementing digital record-keeping and automated systems.
- Collaborated with HR team to develop comprehensive benefits strategies tailored to organizational needs.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement by staying current on industry trends and regulatory changes, incorporating new knowledge into daily work practices.
- Provided support during annual open enrollment periods, facilitating employee selection of appropriate benefit plans.
- Handled escalated customer service inquiries from employees experiencing difficulties navigating their health insurance coverage successfully.
- Implemented new wellness initiatives to promote a healthier workforce, resulting in reduced absenteeism and increased productivity.
- Streamlined benefits administration processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
Human Resources Coordinator - Transportation Department
Atlanta Public Schools
02.2018 - 06.2021
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process, drafting offer letters, performing background checks, assisting in shortlisting, issuing employment contracts etc
- Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
- Coordinate Health and Wellness activities for employees
- Maintained records of personnel-related data in both paper and the database and ensured all employment requirements are met
- Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events etc
- And maintain the team's agenda
- Respond to internal and external HR related inquiries or requests and aided
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
ATLANTA METROPOLITAN STATE COLLEGE
ATLANTA, GA05-2027
Skills
- Performance Management Skills
- Employee onboarding
- Digital Skills (HRIS, ATS, HR Payroll systems)
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service Skills
- HR policies implementation
- Exit interviews
- Benefits administration
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist/Recruiting Assistant
HMSHost International
06.2021 - 06.2024
CRC Human Resources Benefits Assistant
Amazon
10.2020 - 06.2021
Human Resources Coordinator - Transportation Department
Atlanta Public Schools
02.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
ATLANTA METROPOLITAN STATE COLLEGE
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