Terrin Dennis-Laws
Maryland
Summary
Experienced Human Resources professional with a strong background in employee relations, talent acquisition, data analytics, and HR operations. Delivers analytical and transactional support to address workforce needs and ensure adherence to HR policies and procedures. Committed to Workforce Development and Employee Professional Development, with a keen focus on enhancing employee engagement, driving impactful training programs, and fostering leadership development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Generalist
Exelon Corporation
08.2022 - Current
- Provide transactional and analytical support for employee and organizational changes
- Partner with HR Business Partners to identify talent and workforce needs, addressing gaps through strategic planning
- Assist with HR operational issues and drive annual HR processes, including New Hire Orientation
- Provide coaching and counseling to resolve employee issues under the direction of HR Business Partners
- Collaborate with talent acquisition for recruitment activities
- Provide operational support for all client groups under Exelon BSC
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives through strategic HR planning.
- Prepared detailed reports on key HR metrics for senior leadership''s review, facilitating informed decision-making related to human resources operations strategy adjustments.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Manage and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Business Continuity Planner for BSC HR, ensuring that the team is well informed and prepared should an incident occur to minimize impact.
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Exelon Corporation
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Coordinated onboarding procedures for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition
- Acted as a liaison between candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers
- Managed background checks and ensured I-9 compliance
- Processed internal transfers and promotions, working closely with internal and third-party background teams
- Organized candidate travel and provided logistical support for hiring managers
HR Specialist
Terumo Medical Corporation
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Administered tuition reimbursement and education assistance programs
- Supported employees with FMLA and short-term disability processes
- Assisted managers with disciplinary actions and conducted internal investigations for grievances
Administrative Secretary, HR
Delaware Department of Education
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Supported recruitment and onboarding of new hires
- Assisted the Chief HR Officer with administrative tasks
- Managed payroll duties and data in PeopleSoft for active and retired employees
HR Representative
Amtrak
12.2018 - 09.2020
- Processed employee information forms, including transfers, salary changes, and separations
- Supported talent acquisition, managing candidates from offer acceptance to new hire orientation
- Created job postings and requisitions while ensuring compliance with background checks and I-9 information
- Provided expertise in SAP HR systems and organizational data
- Contributed to onboarding intern projects and provided recruiter assistance
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Marketing
Delaware State University
Dover, DEMaster of Science - Organizational Leadership
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE02-2016
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Onboarding and orientation
- Talent acquisition
- HR analytics
- Background checks
- Diversity and inclusion
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Pre-employment screening
- Complex Problem-solving
- Employee onboarding
Accomplishments
- Successfully managing the BSC New Hire Orientation and in 2024 in order to enhance the program I included survey polls to increase engagement, fun and feedback for ongoing improvement.
- Manage DEI Dashboards for BSC Quarterly review independently with no issues or concerns from the client groups.
- Was asked to be apart of the Employee Onboarding Journey project where we focus on enhancing the pre-boarding experience for new employees across the organization.
Affiliations
- Member, AABE (American Association of Blacks in Energy)
- Member, Developing Young Professionals
- Events Coordinator and Member of DPL NEW (Network of Exelon
Timeline
HR Generalist
Exelon Corporation
08.2022 - Current
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Exelon Corporation
07.2021 - 07.2022
HR Specialist
Terumo Medical Corporation
02.2021 - 06.2021
Administrative Secretary, HR
Delaware Department of Education
09.2020 - 02.2021
HR Representative
Amtrak
12.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Marketing
Delaware State University
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Wilmington University
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