Lynn Connolly
Alsip, IL 60803
******@*****.***
Objective - Obtain a distinctive position in the human resource field using my full appliance of expanded experience and education.
Computer Skills - Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook Express. Paychex; Quickbooks; ADP payroll processing; and several HRIS systems.
Professional History
Generalist Human Resources - Hydro, Inc. Chicago, IL, 8/08 – 4/09
• Implemented usage of an HR database (Manager Assistant); by entering data for 250+ employees; training management in the use and compliance; successful completion of a user friendly manual; prepared job descriptions (56) for all positions, to enhance efficiency.
• Achieved successful gathering and reporting of all information required to report Health and Safety as well as Procurement related information within ISNetworld’s database.
• Update of the Safety Manual and Safety Program; initiated the resumption of the safety committee/meetings.
• Full Cycle Recruiter – Exempt and Non-exempt positions.
Human Resources Director - BBJ Linen, Skokie, IL 2006 – 2008
• Overhauled the Human Resources function to improve compliance by 75% and credibility by 100%.
• Implemented new and revised policies and procedures.
• Direct approach to problem solving while educating management and employees.
• Streamlined payroll management, recruiting and training. Improving employee efficiency and payroll function by 50%, through reduction in major overtime and error ratio.
• Effected proper personnel administration system to assemble both the management and worker for a level work flow.
• Counseled managers and employees on HR matters including but not limited to: Employee relations, performance management, policy implementation and interpretation, compensation and benefits, full cycle recruiting and terminations, employment law compliance and legal guidelines.
• Negotiated and improved benefit selections; open enrollment and communication to employee process. Introduced AFLAC and experienced a 75% enrollment over 8 nationwide facilities.
Office Manager/HR - Mobitrac, Inc., Chicago, IL 2004 – 2005
• Performed daily office functions to include A/P and A/R using Quickbooks.
• Process bi-weekly payroll using Paychex.
• Established and maintained the Human Resources function to include: recruiting, separation, benefits, and compliance.
Human Resources Director - Royal Office Products, Burr Ridge, IL
1999 – 2004
• Redesigned and created HR forms for accurate and confidential processing of sensitive, timely information.
• Established essential orientation packages for newly recruited employee orientating for eleven US locations.
• Delivered comprehensive benefit renewal and administration for multiple group plans (including COBRA administration).
• Clarified benefit related issues for employees, and management.
• Implemented, utilized and managed HRIS system.
• Full cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions fill time reduction by 50% of the national average.
• Extended employee benefits by introducing AFLAC and enlisted a 65% enrollment throughout 11 nationwide facilities.
EDUCATION St. Xavier University Psychology
Industry Specifics:
Hydro, Inc. International Pump Repair (privately held)
BBJ Linen Fine Linen Rental (privately held)
Mobitrac, Inc. GPS Software Developer (investor owned)
Royal Office Products Office Supply/Equipment Distributor (family owned)