Alexis Estrada
Chicago,IL
Summary
Encouraging Human Resource Manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Kovach Eye Institute & OSCI
2023.05 - Current
- Internally promoted as the head of HR after two quarters of strong performance.
- Motivated employees through special events and implementing new reward programs.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Evaluated compensation packages competitively against industry benchmarks to attract top talent while managing budgetary constraints effectively.
- Created vision and goals for HR team and motivated staff to achieve excellence in patient experience and core HR processes.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
- Facilitated organizational change through effective communication and collaboration with senior management.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Optimized benefits programs, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and reduced turnover rates within one quarter by 13%.
- Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping companies improve retention.
- Acted as a go-to HR leader for over 120+ employees for two separate company entities.
- Oversaw the recreation of all HR policies and handbook at a newly opened surgery center (OSCI).
HR Administrator / HR Generalist
Kovach Eye Institute
2023.02 - 2023.05
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
- Improved employee satisfaction and performance with targeted training initiatives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices, applying this expertise when advising managers on employee matters.
- Organized company-wide events designed to boost employee morale.
- Reduced time spent on administrative tasks by automating key processes.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by conducting regular audits of personnel files and HR databases.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
- Partnered with department managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for all staff members regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, and other HR-related matters.
- Assisted employees with benefits enrollment, ensuring accuracy of information and timely processing of forms.
Human Resource Expert
Target
2019.12 - 2023.02
- Coordinated the hiring and training of 50+ new employees during peak hiring seasons
- Advised managers on effective employee performance management
- Helped new employees navigate the company's policies, procedures, and benefits, increasing the retention rate by 11%.
- Experience using basic Office Suites and computer workforce management programs, such as Workday and MyTime
- Demonstrated a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance
- Trained a new Human Resource Partner for over 3+ months of extensive training
- Created weekly schedules under a deadline for over 100+ employees
- Developed new routines that resulted in over 200+ trainings being completed by team members
- Created a new system of office paperwork management for all daily reports
- Began a new system of accountability for absences and lates for over 120+ employees.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, Illinois05.2023
Skills
- ADP Workforce Now
- Workday
- Employee Engagement Strategies
- Benefits and compensation management
- Payroll Administration
- Human Resources Management
Timeline
HR Manager
Kovach Eye Institute & OSCI
2023.05 - Current
HR Administrator / HR Generalist
Kovach Eye Institute
2023.02 - 2023.05
Human Resource Expert
Target
2019.12 - 2023.02
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Northern Illinois University
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