Maya McFarland
Atlanta
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Professional specializing in recruitment, onboarding, payroll processing, and HRIS management. Enhance HR operations and streamline workflows while ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in policy review and implementing best practices to improve organizational efficiency and employee experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Assistant II- Human Resources
Georgia State University
Atlanta
02.2023 - Current
- Supported recruitment activities by drafting job postings, managing applicant tracking in Taleo, scheduling interviews, and assisting with offer letters and onboarding.
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for 40+ employees, verifying time and leave records, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring accurate and timely pay.
- Prepared and submitted PRFs and PPAs for hiring, job changes, and classification actions, coordinating with HR staff to ensure compliance.
- Assisted with workers’ compensation reporting by gathering documentation, submitting claims, and following up with employees and risk management for timely resolution.
- Maintained confidential personnel files and HR data in Taleo, ensuring accuracy and adherence to university policies and audit standards.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and orientation, guiding employees through required documentation, policies, and procedures.
- Reviewed HR paperwork for accuracy and completeness to ensure proper processing and compliance.
- Advised managers on organizational policies, clarifying compliance requirements to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Served as a liaison between departments to improve communication and support HR and operational initiatives
Administrative Specialist
Amtrak
Atlanta
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Coordinated communication between the Director and internal departments to ensure alignment on priorities, deadlines, and organizational initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records, reports, and correspondence for the Director while ensuring compliance with university policies, HR procedures, and audit requirements.
- Tracked and resolved administrative and personnel-related concerns by gathering information and preparing detailed summaries for decision-making.
- Streamlined administrative workflows and updated filing systems, recommending process improvements that enhanced productivity in the Director’s office.
- Managed the Director’s calendar, scheduled meetings, and prepared agendas and materials while serving as a primary point of contact for staff and students seeking assistance or clarification on HR and administrative matters.
- Handled a high-volume workload of approximately 75+ emails daily and 10–25 calls weekly, ensuring timely responses, appropriate follow-ups, and effective cross-departmental communication.
- Served as a liaison for interdepartmental initiatives to support collaboration and ensure smooth communication across teams.
- Partnered with HR to support hiring processes and improve administrative coordination for open positions.
- Managed correspondence and communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely responses and clear information exchange.
Administrative Coordinator- Human Resources
Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores Inc.
Atlanta
06.2013 - 12.2017
- Coordinated administrative support for multiple departments by managing calendars, organizing meetings, preparing reports, and overseeing daily office operations.
- Scheduled appointments, organized meetings, and arranged domestic and international travel logistics for team members and executives.
- Acted as liaison between departments and external contractors, managing communications with professionalism and discretion.
- Managed employee records and maintained confidential information for HR department.
- Facilitated performance review processes by compiling feedback and documentation to ensure comprehensive evaluations.
- Led orientation and onboarding for new hires, clarifying documentation requirements to streamline HR processes.
- Maintained accurate records and databases, ensuring proper filing and compliance with organizational policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2027
Skills
- Employee onboarding
- Talent acquisition
- Recruitment coordination
- Recruitment support
- Payroll administration
- Workers' compensation
- Employee relations
- Document control
- Data management
- Calendar management
- Administrative support
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Timeline
Staff Assistant II- Human Resources
Georgia State University
02.2023 - Current
Administrative Specialist
Amtrak
01.2018 - 01.2023
Administrative Coordinator- Human Resources
Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores Inc.
06.2013 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Western Governors University