Taylor Lawson

Experience

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  University of Minnesota

  Dec 2014 - May 2015

  Research Intern

  Worked with a professor and Ph.D candidate studying Parenting in Norther Uganda. Independently managed projects and communicated progress weekly during team meetings. Conducted a literature review consisting of analyzing current literature related to substance use and parenting in post-conflict communities. Evaluated interviews between researcher and participants, entered data from questionnaires, and managed confidential human subject material. Additionally, completed CITI ethics training and was granted IRB approval to participate in research project. Show less

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  HIRED

  Sept 2015 - Dec 2015

  Human Resources Intern

  Interned with a non-profit organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged individuals find employment. Assisted in communication with executives regarding organizational updates. Responsible for evaluating and updating internal documentation including job descriptions and organizational charts. Re-designed new hire orientation materials for a more professional appearance. Additionally, worked with vendor to create employee performance evaluation review module within employee management software. Show less

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  U.S. Bank

  Dec 2015 - Feb 2017

  Human Resources Employee Service Representative

  Deliver comprehensive support to U.S. Bank employees as the primary point of contact for human resource-related inquiries. Retain and apply a foundational knowledge of U.S. Bank policy pertaining to Payroll, Employee Benefits, Leaves of Absence, Employee Relations, Recruitment Administration, etc. Guide and direct employees to available resources to encourage a self-service approach to all inquiries. Develop training documents and provide hands-on training to new hires within department. Identify areas of potential improvement and communicate suggestions to departmental procedures to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality of service. Show less

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  Twin Cities Orthopedics

  Feb 2017 - Mar 2019

  Human Resources Coordinator

  Provides timely support to the Human Resources department, managers, employees, and candidates through execution of processes and policies. Manages the full-cycle recruitment process for clinical and business office positions, while adhering to and enforcing employment law and policies. Partners with hiring manager to determine job requirements, qualities of an ideal candidate, and compensation package. Complete new hire documentation and onboarding. Provide support for benefits administration. Maintain employee data through the HRIS, including the processing of all job changes. Oversee personnel file management process including implementation of electronic employee records. Participate in HR projects, and provide suggestions and feedback for process improvement. Show less

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  MNGI Digestive Health

  Mar 2019 - now

  Strategic partner in building MNGI’s culture of caring by maximizing our most valuable resource: our highly talented and dedicated caregivers. Responsible for aligning business objectives with management and caregivers in designated teams. Develop and deliver innovative human resource programs that align with company initiatives and values by promoting a work environment characterized by embracing open communication, diversity and inclusion, mutual trust and respect, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. Supports the organization in all aspects of Human Resources including: recruiting and retention, performance management, employee relations, employee engagement and development, compensation and benefits, leave of absence and accommodations, workforce planning. Show less

  • Senior Project Manager

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Project Manager

    Dec 2021 - Jul 2024

  • Human Resources Business Partner

    Oct 2020 - Dec 2021

  • Human Resources Generalist

    Mar 2019 - Oct 2020