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Elora  Leona

Elora Leona

Resume Writer
Atherton,CA

Timeline

Human Resources Generalist

Atlas IED
02.2022 - Current

Human Resources Generalist

Quanex Building Products
06.2020 - 12.2021

HR/ Customer Service Representative

Royal Prestige
02.2017 - 02.2022

Bilingual HR Generalist

Ennis Flint
03.2009 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources

Ashford University
03.2000 - 04.2004

Summary

I’m Leona! As a Certified Federal Resume Writer and Career Coach, I’ve spent over five years helping people achieve their federal career goals. I specialize in creating resumes that align with USAJOBS standards, making sure your skills, experience, and accomplishments stand out to hiring managers. I’ve had the privilege of assisting thousands of job seekers, including veterans, with transitioning into federal roles and landing positions in top agencies. Let’s work together to create a resume that opens doors!

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
03.2000 - 04.2004

Overview

4
4
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

HR/ Customer Service Representative

Royal Prestige
02.2017 - 02.2022

• Provided great service to customers, helped resolve issues quickly, and built trust with every interaction.
• Welcomed new employees, handled onboarding paperwork, and entered their info into the HR system.
• Managed background checks and drug screenings to keep the hiring process compliant.
• Translated HR documents and communications for Spanish-speaking employees to ensure understanding.
• Assisted with open enrollment and helped employees with benefits forms and questions.
• Helped document disciplinary actions and supported fair enforcement of HR policies.
• Managed unemployment claims and represented the company in hearings.
• Resolved customer account issues and found solutions that kept clients satisfied.

Human Resources Generalist

Atlas IED
02.2022 - Current

• Partner with leadership to align HR goals with business needs, helping build a positive culture and boost team performance.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment from job postings to offer letters, helping bring in quality talent faster.
• Lead new hire orientation and coordinate training programs to make sure employees feel supported from day one.
• Handle employee relations, conflict resolution, and investigations, always working to create a fair, respectful workplace.
• Support managers with performance reviews, goal setting, and employee coaching.
• Stay on top of labor laws and company policies to keep HR practices compliant and efficient.
• Maintain accurate records and process HR changes using HRIS for easy reporting and audits.
• Help employees with benefits questions, leave requests, and updates, ensuring they get timely support.
• Run safety trainings and report workplace incidents to protect employees and meet OSHA standards.
• Keep communication open between HR and staff through regular updates, helping build trust and boost morale.

Human Resources Generalist

Quanex Building Products
06.2020 - 12.2021

• Processed payroll for over 100 employees bi-weekly, ensuring everything was accurate and on time.
• Designed and ran safety and job-specific training sessions to help improve performance and reduce accidents.
• Supported employees during benefits enrollment, answered questions about health coverage, 401(k), and FMLA.
• Handled employee issues and disciplinary actions, always making sure documentation and policies were followed.
• Managed the hiring process, from screening candidates to welcoming new hires.
• Helped roll out HR policies and procedures to support legal compliance and improve communication.
• Assisted with exit interviews, performance reviews, and reports to support compliance and improvement efforts.
• Managed drug testing and supported the company’s drug-free policy to maintain a safe workplace.
• Maintained up-to-date employee files and supported various HR tasks and special projects.

Bilingual HR Generalist

Ennis Flint
03.2009 - 05.2016

• Supported over 700 employees across 11 U.S. and Canadian locations with all HR needs.
• Handled employee concerns, led investigations, and created performance plans when needed.
• Conducted audits, verified I-9s, and made sure employees signed and understood company policies.
• Entered job changes, updated schedules, and prepared HR reports to help leaders make informed decisions.
• Kept personnel files accurate and confidential, always protecting employee privacy.
• Managed budgets for office supplies and made sure purchases stayed within company guidelines.

Skills

Employee onboarding

Benefits administration

HR policies implementation

HRIS systems

Performance management

Resume writing

Grant writing

LinkedIn profile optimization

Cover letter writing

Professional resume

Federal resume

ATS Resume writing

KSAs Resume writing

ECQs Resume writing

Tech resume

Keyword optimization

Interview preparation

LinkedIn profile development

Cover letter creation

Strong editing

Career coaching

Resume formatting

Job search strategy

Personal branding expertise

Tailored resumes

Effective writing

Strong research skills

Content editing

Editing

SEO strategies

Formatting

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Editing and review

Decision-making

Report writing

Proposal management

Non-profit organization funding

Supporting documentation

Report writing skills

Research

Fundraising expertise

Funding source research

Goal tracking

Grant proposal development

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Certification

  • PHR - Professional in Human Resources
  • GPHR - Global Professional of Human Resources

Accomplishments

  • Introduced the first formal performance review program, creating a flexible and well-received tool used company-wide.
  • Developed and facilitated company-wide "town-hall meetings" to address discipline, code of conduct, FMLA policy and benefits issues.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
German
Full Professional
French
Full Professional

Affiliations

  • Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches (PARW/CC) – Member
  • National Résumé Writers’ Association (NRWA) – Member
  • LinkedIn Content Creators – Career/Resume Writing Niche
  • Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) – Student Member
  • National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR)
  • American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Interests

Resume Writing & Personal Branding

Talent Acquisition & Retention Strategies

Career Development & Coaching

Organizational Culture & Employee Engagement

Human Capital Strategy

LinkedIn Networking & Optimization

Software

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

HRIS Platforms

Resume Writing Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter & LinkedIn Optimization Tools

Quote

You only have to do a few things right in your life so long as you don’t do too many things wrong.
Warren Buffett