Rhonda Ward

Rhonda Ward

$65/hr
HR & business support for small businesses — payroll, compliance, policies & employee relations.
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Hourly ($/hour)
Location:
Matteson, Il, United States
Experience:
5 years
About

Hello! I'm Rhonda Ward — an experienced Human Resources professional and business support specialist dedicated to helping small businesses and growing teams build strong, people-centered operations.

With over 15 years of administrative and HR experience, I provide flexible, remote support to businesses that need reliable, knowledgeable guidance without the overhead of a full-time HR department. I understand that running a business is complex — managing people shouldn't be.

My focus is on creating simple, effective solutions that keep teams organized, employees supported, and businesses compliant. I specialize in day-to-day HR operations, payroll administration, employee relations, policy development, and compliance support. Whether it’s setting up HR processes from scratch or managing ongoing administrative tasks, I help bring structure and clarity to your business operations.

I believe HR should be approachable and practical — not overly complicated or disconnected from real-world business needs. My approach is rooted in stewardship, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for helping businesses and their people succeed.

  • Payroll Processing & Administration
  • Employee Relations & HR Guidance
  • HR Policy Development & Employee Handbooks
  • Compliance & Labor Law Support (including multi-state)
  • Benefits Administration Assistance
  • HRIS & System Implementation Support
  • Administrative & Operational Business Support

I’m familiar with a variety of HR platforms including Paylocity, Kronos, ADP, and other payroll & HRIS systems — allowing me to easily step in and support existing processes or help set up new ones.

Clients appreciate my professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to balance compliance with common sense. I love partnering with businesses that care about their people and want to build sustainable, supportive workplaces.

If you're a small business owner, startup, or growing team in need of trusted HR & business support — I’d love to connect and see how I can help.

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