Tashia Winn
Human Resources Specialist
Mount Pocono,PA
Summary
Experienced HR Specialist with 6+ years of experience in operations, onboarding, and benefits. As a people-focused pro, I have built my career on staying organized, building strong relationships, and keeping things running smoothly. I'm adaptable, driven, and ready to bring those skills into fresh, customer-facing spaces. I thrive where collaboration matters and details make the difference. I'm growth-minded and eager to advance with a team that values impact, momentum, and meaningful work.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
Lehigh University
09.2022 - Current
- Maintain organized and accurate employee files, HR policies, procedures, and compliance records, supporting a mix of staff, faculty, research scientists, and pre-/post-doctoral researchers.
- Assist in delivering employee benefit services, including communicating updates, responding to employee inquiries, and preparing materials.
- Act as liaison to insurance carriers and service providers to help resolve employee benefit issues and clarify coverage details.
- Process qualifying life events (marriage, birth/adoption, etc.), and provide detailed breakdowns of leave balances, including vacation and sick time.
- Generate reports, maintain databases, and run system processes for data updates, exports, and audits.
- Serve as backup for audit functions, including payroll and Affordable Care Act compliance.
- Complete I-9 verifications under federal guidelines, onboarding staff, faculty, students, and researchers using Lehigh's systems.
- Respond as the first point of contact for internal and external HR inquiries—triaging calls, emails, and walk-ins to the right HR team members.
Full-Time Parent
Self-Employed
02.2021 - 09.2022
- I took a planned career break to focus on family care.
Recruiter / Human Resources Specialist
Securitas Security Services USA
11.2016 - 02.2021
- Led recruiting operations for a 150+ employee branch, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
- Coordinated interview scheduling, prepared candidate packets, and supported hiring managers with staffing decisions.
- Conducted phone, video, and in-person interviews to assess candidate qualifications and team fit.
- Verified references and conducted background screenings to ensure candidate eligibility and compliance.
- Supported hiring managers with streamlined candidate pipelines, and coordinated interview logistics.
- Maintained alignment with client policies and SLA targets throughout the hiring process.
- Managed employee records in multiple systems, and ensured HR files remained compliant and up to date.
- Completed data entry and performed administrative tasks, including supply management, phone support, and front office coordination.
Lead Residential Advisor
Salisbury Behavioral Health
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Provided support to individuals living with mental illness in a structured residential setting.
- Assisted with oversight of medication administration compliance and audits.
- Promoted a positive and professional resident-centered culture for patients.
Shift Supervisor
Allied Barton Security Services
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Reviewed background investigations and issued security clearances based on suitability.
- Collaborated with leadership to align personnel actions with site objectives.
- Managed shift operations, ensured accurate logs, and produced detailed incident reports.
- Introduced process improvements that elevated service quality and boosted customer satisfaction.
Lead Security Officer
Allied Barton Security
05.2010 - 05.2016
- Trained and onboarded new officers, ensuring readiness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Utilized WinTeam software for scheduling, billing, and generating detailed reports (e.g., shift activity, training logs).
- Oversaw site-specific safety programs and briefed officers on potential hazards and emergency procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Pocono Mountain West High School
Pocono Summit, United States06-2009
Skills
- Benefits administration
- Customer service
- Data reporting
- Problem solving
- Compliance
- Effective communication
- Training support
- Database management
- Critical thinking
- Computer literacy
- Administrative skills
- Talent acquisition
Websites
Timeline
Human Resources Assistant
Lehigh University
09.2022 - Current
Full-Time Parent
Self-Employed
02.2021 - 09.2022
Recruiter / Human Resources Specialist
Securitas Security Services USA
11.2016 - 02.2021
Shift Supervisor
Allied Barton Security Services
05.2016 - 08.2016
Lead Residential Advisor
Salisbury Behavioral Health
02.2016 - 11.2016
Lead Security Officer
Allied Barton Security
05.2010 - 05.2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Northampton Community College
High School Diploma -
Pocono Mountain West High School
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