Andrew Arzu
New York,NY
Summary
Bilingual Human Resources professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and over four years of experience supporting HR operations, payroll, recruitment, and employee relations. Proficient in HRIS data management (ADP, Workday, Paycom), benefits administration, onboarding, and leave management (FMLA, ADA, NYS PFL). Skilled at maintaining accurate employee records, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, resolving workplace issues, and streamlining HR processes to improve operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
Cayuga Centers
New York, New York
09.2019 - 11.2025
- Supported daily HR operations for 200+ employees, assisting with compliance, employee file maintenance, and routine HR administrative tasks.
- Processed and audited biweekly payroll and timesheets, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accurate wage calculations for all employees.
- Assisted with the administration of FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, and NYS PFL by preparing paperwork, tracking deadlines, and maintaining confidential records.
Human Resources Recruiter
New York Public Library
New York, New York
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed the full-cycle recruitment process for high-volume and specialized roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers.
- Used LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed Resume Search, and Boolean search techniques to source passive candidates and build a strong, diverse talent pipeline.
- Partnered with hiring managers to define role requirements, update job descriptions, and align on recruitment strategies that improved time-to-fill and candidate quality.
Human Resources Coordinator
Colombia University
New York, New York
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Coordinated the full recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and supporting hiring managers to ensure timely staffing.
- Processed payroll for 250+ employees, auditing timesheets and resolving discrepancies to maintain zero compliance errors and accurate wage reporting.
- Managed benefits enrollment, eligibility updates, and leave documentation (FMLA, ADA, PFL), contributing to improved employee satisfaction and smoother case processing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The City College of New York
New York, NY05-2019
Associate of Arts - Science
Bronx Community College
New York, NY05-2017
Skills
HRIS Data Entry & Record Management (ADP, Workday, Paycom)
Benefits & Leave Administration (FMLA, ADA, NYS PFL)
Payroll Processing & Timekeeping Audits
Recruitment Support & New Hire Onboarding
Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
Certification
- HIPAA Compliance Certified
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Human Resources Assistant
Cayuga Centers
09.2019 - 11.2025
Human Resources Recruiter
New York Public Library
08.2019 - 10.2020
Human Resources Coordinator
Colombia University
02.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The City College of New York
Associate of Arts - Science
Bronx Community College