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ARLENYS HERNANDEZ

New York,NY
ARLENYS HERNANDEZ

Summary

Bilingual (Spanish/English) People Operations professional with 6+ years of experience driving HR excellence across onboarding, engagement, benefits, and talent programs. Proven success designing and executing people-first initiatives that enhance culture, streamline processes, and strengthen organizational performance. Recognized for leading large-scale onboarding transformations supporting 2,000+ employees, improving engagement by 25%, and achieving a 98% first-year retention rate. Skilled in leveraging HRIS systems (Workday, Oracle, ADP, ServiceNow) to deliver data-driven insights, operational efficiency, and a seamless employee experience across hybrid environments. Passionate about fostering collaboration and supporting creative, inclusive teams aligned with company values.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Hearst Corporation

HR Onboarding Coordinator | People Operations
10.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Partner with HR leaders and executives across five divisions to deliver a high-impact onboarding experience supporting 2,000+ employees nationwide (remote and onsite).
  • Redesigned onboarding programs, reducing ramp-up time by 20% and increasing new hire satisfaction by 35%.
  • Launched and scaled a Buddy Program that enhanced engagement by 25% and boosted first-year retention to 98%.
  • Collaborate with IT, Payroll, and Finance to streamline processes through HRIS integrations, cutting IT tickets by 35% and improving data accuracy.
  • Manage high-volume employee inquiries via ServiceNow, ensuring timely case resolution and exceptional employee support.
  • Develop HR dashboards and analytics on retention, onboarding, and satisfaction to guide leadership decisions.
  • Partner with DEI and Change Management teams to reinforce inclusion and engagement initiatives across the employee lifecycle.
  • Provide day-to-day HR operational support to hybrid and remote teams across New York and national offices, ensuring policy adherence and data accuracy.

Residence Inn & Courtyard by Marriott Central Park

HR Coordinator | HR Generalist Functions
01.2019 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Served as primary HR contact for benefits, payroll, and employee relations, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate through proactive issue resolution.
  • Streamlined HR data workflows and automated manual tasks, reducing administrative errors by 15% and improving efficiency by 30%.
  • Partnered with department heads to design training and development programs, increasing workforce capability by 20%.
  • Conducted quarterly audits ensuring 100% compliance with employment regulations and internal policies.

Education

Berkeley College
New York, NY

Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management

University Overview


  • Honoree of Cum Laude

Berkeley College
New York, NY

Associate of Science from Fashion Merchandising & Management

University Overview

Cum Laude

Skills

  • People Operations
  • Onboarding Optimization
  • Employee Engagement
  • HRIS Systems (Workday, Oracle, ADP, ServiceNow)
  • HR Analytics & Reporting
  • Benefits Administration
  • Process Improvement
  • Talent Management Support
  • DEI & Culture Initiatives
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Adaptable to new HR and ATS platforms (eg, Avature, Greenhouse)

Certification

  • Professional in Human Resources (PHR), HRCI | Expected Nov 2025
  • Hearst Certified Change Agent (DEI Program)

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

HR Onboarding Coordinator | People Operations

Hearst Corporation
10.2021 - Current

HR Coordinator | HR Generalist Functions

Residence Inn & Courtyard by Marriott Central Park
01.2019 - 01.2021

Berkeley College

Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management

Berkeley College

Associate of Science from Fashion Merchandising & Management
ARLENYS HERNANDEZ
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