Human Resources Talent Acquisition

Nikeea Payne

314-***-**** *************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/hellohre Sandy Spring, GA 30348 SUMMARY

Results driven Human Resources professional with 13 years of progressive management experience, including 5 years in senior leadership roles. Skilled in building high-performing teams through strategic recruitment, targeted training, payroll administration, and data-driven HR analytics. Proven success partnering with C-suite executives to align HR initiatives with organizational goals, improve performance, and enhance workforce capabilities. Expertise in talent acquisition, compensation strategy, policy development, compliance management, and benefits administration. Experienced in implementing and optimizing HRIS systems to streamline HR operations and improve data accuracy. CORE COMPETENCIES

HRIS & Payroll Systems

Proficient in ADP, Workday, and Paychex platforms for payroll and HR management

Experienced in leveraging Microsoft 365 for HR documentation, communication, and data management

HR Analytics & Strategy

UtIlizing HR analytics to inform strategic decisions and workforce planning

Aligning HR strategies with organizational goals for sustained growth

Compliance & Regulation

Ensuring adherence to labor laws and HR regulatory standards

Proficient in compliance management systems and reporting

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Strategic staff recruitment planning and execution

Comprehensive onboarding process development and facilitation

Skilled in conducting background checks and ensuring pre-employment compliance

Employee Lifecycle Management

Maintaining accurate and compliant employee records

Conducting strured exit interviews and offboarding procedures

Performance evaluation systems and feedback implementation EXPERIENCE

Director of Human Resources- CulturaLink, 9/2022-12/2024 Norcross, GA

● Led a team of 6 HR professionals in supporting the talent and compliance needs of 5 departments.

● Delivered data driven presentations to c-suite, providing actionable insights on workforce and HR trends.

● Revamped the virtual orientation process, improving onboarding efficiency and new hire experience.

● Designed and implemented data-driven recruitment strategies, resulting in a 20% increase in hire quality and a 30% boost in employee retention.

● Enhanced Paychex system functionality to streamline data management, reporting, and compliance tracking.

● Partnered with finance and operations to align HR metrics with business objectives and performance goals.

● Rewrote the employee handbook to ensure alignment with current state and federal labor laws, enhancing compliance and clarity.

Human Resources Information System Specialist- (Temp. Contract) SecureWorks, 5/2022-9/2022 Atlanta, GA

● Maintained and updated employee records within Workday HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.

● Analyzed recruitment metrics and generated statistical reports to support data-driven hiring strategies.

● Oversaw global device distribution for employees, streamlining logistics and improving onboarding efficiency.

● Supported virtual new-hire orientation for the onboarding team, enhancing the remote employee experience. Operations & Human Resources Coordinator- (Relocated) Yes Prep, 1/2019-7/2021 Houston, TX

● Designed and implemented the campus onboarding process for new hires and led software training sessions.

● Managed and analyzed attendance data using Power BI to track performance and align with key KPI targets.

● Led campus wide laptop distribution, providing devices to families during the CDC COVID-19 pandemic.

● Facilitated attendance committee meetings to assess performance metrics and ensure compliance with state KPIs, securing critical budget funding.

Senior Human Resources Manager- De LaSalle Incorporated, 1/2015-7/2018 St Louis, MO

● Developed and streamlined the recruitment process to enhance talent acquisition and reduce time-to-hire.

● Improved operational efficiency by designing organized filing systems for physical employee records.

● Managed ADP overseeing recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll, and training.

● Enhanced HR data collection and analysis procedures, resulting in a 30% increase in data accuracy.

● Facilitated training sessions for HR best practices in employee relations and performance management.

● Conducted timely investigations of formal grievances, promoting a positive and compliant workplace culture.

● Coordinated employee drug screenings to support organizational compliance and safety standards. Training Manager- Target, 6/2013-11/2014 St Louis, MO

● Facilitated and managed the preparation of employee training sessions.

● Managed recruitment, interviews, onboardings, training, and performance evaluations.

● Collaborated with the Human Resources Manager for Department of Labor hearings.

● Analyzed recruitment data for ADP HRIS to set KPI metrics to ensure department efficiency. Human Resources Manager- Extended Stay Hotels, 5/2010-5/2013 St Louis, MO

● Administered bi-weekly payroll and managed employee benefits, training, and onboarding processes.

● Conducted monthly compliance audits to ensure adherence to state and federal employment regulations.

● Oversaw full-cycle Human Resources operations, ensuring seamless execution across all HR functions. EDUCATION

MA- Human Resources Management, Human Development, Lindenwood University, May 2013 BA- Business Administration, Marketing, Harris Stowe State University, May 2008 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE SKILLS

ADP/Workday/Paychex/Power BI

Microsoft 365/Team/Slack/Calendly

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