APRYL D. PERRY
Aurora,CO
Summary
Dedicated Human Resources professional with 3+ years of comprehensive experience spanning HR administration, talent acquisition, and employment relations. Proven ability to manage the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to assisting with multitude of employee relations matters to foster a positive workplace environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employee Relations and Labor Assistant - Human Resources Division
Aurora Public Schools
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with the HR Director to mediate and resolve employee grievances, conflicts, addressing workplace concerns through effective communication and conflict-resolution strategies; and conduct investigations into misconduct or policy violations.
- Drafted formal documentation including letters of reprimand, notices of conduct violations, and termination letters in alignment with company policy and employment law.
- Reviewed, prepared, and processed unemployment claims through the State of Colorado; coordinated pre-hearing and hearing logistics with relevant stakeholders for appealed claims.
Talent & Acquisition Assistant - Human Resources Division
Aurora Public Schools
05.2022 - Current
- Review and post job requisitions of open positions.
- Screen applicant's credentials to verify if they meet job qualifications. Once applicant is selected, launch background checks.
- Draft job offers letters and schedule onboarding once applicant agrees to terms of the job offer.
- Host onboarding orientation classes for new hires by providing patience information to assure the new employee has a successful integration into the school district.
- Collect and verify credentials for the I-9 paperwork to assure they are compliant and issue employee badges. Post onboarding; record and file paperwork.
General Education Office Clerk
Aurora Public Schools, Aurora Hills Middle School
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed daily clerical and administrative tasks while effectively multitasking in a fast-paced school environment.
- Greeted and assisted visitors, addressing inquiries and directing them appropriately.
- Supervised students as needed and served as a liaison between parents, students, and staff to ensure effective communication and resolution of concerns.
Office Clerk Summer School Program
Montview Elementary, Aurora Public Schools
06.2021 - 07.2021
- The role involved performing daily clerical tasks, including answering and directing phone calls, greeting and directing visitors, and updating student attendance. Served as a liaison between parents, students, and staff. Additionally, the role included coordinating activity schedules for summer school events.
Contractor, Order Management
S&P Global (formerly IHS Markit Inc.)
07.2015 - 10.2020
- In this face past environment my primary duties were for customer relationship management (CRM), ensuring audit compliance, and providing administrative support through account analysis. Responsibilities included proofreading orders and maintaining open communication with internal Sales Managers/Coordinators to ensure accurate order processing. Additionally, the position provided clerical and administrative support to the Order Management teams, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations for internal and external audits.
Order Processing Associate
HD Supply/Creative Touch Interiors
02.2012 - 12.2014
- Responsible for performing accurate and timely data entry of various collections into the order processing system. You communicated any discrepancies to Sales and/or Field Managers promptly and monitored orders using system reports to update leadership on progress.
- Accurate data entry is crucial for maintaining data integrity and ensuring efficient business operations. Implementing standardized procedures and utilizing data validation features can significantly enhance accuracy and reduce errors.
Lockbox Processor/Account Receivables
Citywide Banks
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Served as a third-party payment processor via Lockbox, managing high-volume payments for Homeowner Associations (HOAs), medical offices, and charitable organizations.
- Accurately applied payments using internal systems, following established procedures and client-specific agreements to ensure timely and accurate processing.
- Utilized Lockbox banking services to streamline accounts receivable operations, improve cash flow, and minimize manual processing through efficient payment collection and deposit handling.
Education
Introduction to Interior Design and Space Planning
Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design
Denver, ColoradoSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in Oracle Cloud
- Proficient in Google services
- Experience with Salesforce
- Experience with SAP software
Accomplishments
- Played an integral role in collaborating with my team to successfully launch and revamp the new hire onboarding and orientation process, with the goal of enhancing and streamlining the new employee experience. Implemented innovative strategies that created a more efficient and engaging onboarding process benefiting both new hires and the school district.
- Customized Onboarding Experience: Tailored the onboarding process to each new hire's role by providing a comprehensive welcome packet highlighting the district's mission, values, and culture.
- Digital Transformation: Introduced self-service digital onboarding platforms that empowered new hires to independently manage personal information (e.g., address, bank details, including compensation, PTO, and leave balances.
- Process Automation: Automated administrative onboarding tasks, allowing HR professionals to focus on more strategic initiatives related to employee engagement and organizational development.
- These initiatives significantly enhanced the new employee experience, improved engagement and retention rates, and increased efficiency across Human Resources operations—yielding lasting benefits for both employees and the school district.
Certification
Certified Notary Public – Since 2022
Timeline
Employee Relations and Labor Assistant - Human Resources Division
Aurora Public Schools
07.2025 - Current
Talent & Acquisition Assistant - Human Resources Division
Aurora Public Schools
05.2022 - Current
General Education Office Clerk
Aurora Public Schools, Aurora Hills Middle School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Office Clerk Summer School Program
Montview Elementary, Aurora Public Schools
06.2021 - 07.2021
Contractor, Order Management
S&P Global (formerly IHS Markit Inc.)
07.2015 - 10.2020
Order Processing Associate
HD Supply/Creative Touch Interiors
02.2012 - 12.2014
Lockbox Processor/Account Receivables
Citywide Banks
01.2005 - 01.2012
Introduction to Interior Design and Space Planning
Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design