Kerry Rieder-McLaughlin
Human Resources Consultant
Kerry Rieder-McLaughlin brings over 20 years of experience in the areas of employment and labor issues to our business clients, having served as former EEO Officer for the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority and as a human resources generalist with major corporations and insurance carriers. She assists our small business clients with development of employee handbooks and manuals, preparation of appropriate documentation for personnel files, and provides best practices advice to HR and personnel managers.
Direct Phone: (630) 449-4590
Fax: (630) 230-8435
E-mail: krieder@ma-lawpc.com
Education
- Loyola University-Chicago, MSIR, Human Resources – 1994
- University of Wisconsin-Madison, B.S. – Journalism/Public Relations – 1990
Professional Skills
- Former EEO officer and ADA Compliance officer for the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority.
- Over 8 years of Human Resources Generalist experience for major corporations and insurance companies.
- 6 years of training, development and presentation experience. Certified Achieve Global Trainer (f.k.a. Zenger Miller).
- Investigation skills for EEO and ADA compliance.
- Conduct pre-employment testing, interviews, new hire orientations, and exit interviews.
- Provide professional advice regarding payroll, benefits, transfers, insurance and worker’s compensation issues.
- Experience in various recruiting methods including college fairs, online sources, and use of recruitment agencies, with emphasis on diversity. Recruit at all levels from hourly employees to high level management.
- Prepare Employee Handbooks and on-boarding.
In Person Presentations
Ms. Rieder-McLaughlin is an experienced trainer and regularly speaks before business and professional audiences. Her presentations have included:
- Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
- The Americans with Disabilities Act
- Hiring Practices
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Time Management
- New-Hire Orientations
- New Program Roll-Outs
- Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em
- Supervisory Skills Training
- From Hiring to Firing Best Practices
Video Presentations
View any of the following presentations by clicking on the desired video link below.
Ban the Box by Kerry Rieder-McLaughlin
Illinois Secure Choice Act (Part 1 & 2) by Kerry Rieder-McLaughlin
The Crown Act by Kerry Rieder-McLaughlin
Sexual Harassment Training for Managers: Law Defined (Part 1, 2, & 3) by Kerry Rieder-McLaughlin
Sexual harassment is any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. Understanding and addressing sexual harassment is crucial for creating safe and respectful environments where everyone can work, learn, and...