Operations and Payroll Administrator with HR & Compliance Experience
Resume:
SANDY LAGESTEE
PEOPLE-ORIENTED ORGANIZED SOLUTION-DRIVEN
Clarendon Hills, Illinois
*****@********.***
linkedin.com/in/sandylagestee
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF FEDERAL
AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
Licensed Real Estate Broker
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-
CHAMPAIGN
Master of Arts, Institute of Labor and
Industrial Relations, Pending Thesis
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT
URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
Bachelor of Science in Psychology,
Emphasis in Business
SKILLS
Communication: Customer Service, Verbal and Written Communication, Editing, Teamwork/Collaboration
Organization: Calendar Management, Scheduling, Detail Oriented, Expense Tracking, Record Keeping
Office Management: Filing, Scanning, Managing Office Supplies, Data Entry
Critical Thinking: Problem Solving, Crisis Management, Safety Management
Education: FERPA Compliance, Tutoring, Parent and
Student Communication, Student Information Systems Technology: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Drive, Dropbox, CRM
software, Zoom, QuickBooks
Language: Native English Speaker, Beginner Spanish speaking/writing/reading
EXPERIENCE
GAIN CRE Services Inc. Lombard, IL
Commercial Real Estate Broker Jan 2021 – Current
• Market and negotiate leases for commercial investment properties for GAIN
• Assist in coordinating efforts to maintain tenant satisfaction and property maintenance GAIN Renewables Downers Grove, IL
Director of People Services Oct 2021 – May 2023
• Recruited team members for varied roles to install solar projects
• Administered new hire program including developing and managing benefit plans LM Commercial Real Estate Clarendon Hills, IL
Commercial Broker/HR Representative April 2010 – Dec 2020
• Sourced and closed commercial real estate transactions for lease, sale or purchase
• Organized and created checklist for commercial real estate transactions for company-wide use
• Developed and conducted new hire process and orientation
• Networked, recruited, and trained new hires and recorded OSHA safety logs The ServiceMaster Company Downers Grove, IL
People Support Services Representative Oct 1994 – Dec 1997
• Recruited for corporate Home Health Care positions including job posting, advertising, sourcing, screening resumes, interviewing, and conducting reference checks, as well as temporary staffing needs
• Conducted corporate new employee orientation on a monthly basis and updated as needed
• Maintained accuracy and format of all position descriptions and activities checklists
• Composed and published employee newsletter and coordinated Newsletter Team Safety Manager April 1993 – Oct 1994
• Led implementation of special projects, including employee assistance / self-assessment program, pre- employment selection tool pilot study, Five-Star Safety Training Academy, and safety perception survey
• Addressed customer inquiries concerning code requirements, OSHA standards, and safety principles
• Conducted on-site safety reviews to identify engineering and human factor hazards, analyzed loss data provided by the insurance company to identify major loss areas, and recommended corrective measures
• Developed programs and conducted on-site training for field staff based on priority safety concerns such as bloodborne pathogens, back injury prevention, and safety attitude PHILANTROPHIC AND VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Ian’s Place for Bereaved Parents Clarendon Hills, IL Secretary May 2021 – May 2023
• Coordinated intakes for grieving parents in sensitive situations and provided faith-based support
• Organized and led monthly meetings for parents, including bible studies and prayer groups Hinsdale Central High School Hinsdale, IL
President, Football Club July 2016 – June 2019
• Acted as the primary liaison with school staff and coaches, and maintained open lines of communication with parents, players, and coaches regarding schedules, events, and club news
• Ensured smooth operation of game-day activities, logistics, and managed volunteer roles
• Developed budgets, managed expenses, and organized fundraisers to support team activities PTO Co-Chair, Families Helping Families Jul 2014 – May 2020
• Worked closely with the Social Work department to help students and families in crisis or temporary need, often on short notice, to obtain financial and/or service resources
• Managed and tracked funding from the PTO and private donations President, Wrestling Club Aug 2014 – May 2016
• Led board and team meetings, delegated tasks to committee chairs, and maintained an overall strategic plan for the club
• Oversaw budgets, fundraising efforts, and communications between parents and coaches Reclaim13 Downers Grove, IL
Board of Directors Jan 2013 – Dec 2016
• Served on board of directors of non-profit organization that worked to provide safe and loving spaces to children rescued from the sex trafficking industry, as well as prevention/educational efforts
• Organized annual gala to raise $500,000 by securing guests/donations, managing vendors, etc. PERSONAL INTERESTS
American Mah Jong and Bridge Player, Avid Tennis League Partner, Recreational Swimmer and Former Lifeguard, Enthusiastic Gardener, and Loving Wife/Mom/Grandma
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