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Ayanna Emanis-Scott

Berlin

Summary

Dynamic Human Resources Manager with a proven track record at Shipco Transport Inc, excelling in benefits administration and employee relations. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced employee engagement and streamlined compliance processes, resulting in improved retention rates. Adept at navigating complex HR policies while fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Manager - American Region

Shipco Transport Inc
Hoboken
01.2019 - Current
  • Established HR strategies that improved employee engagement and performance.
  • Managed daily operations of employee benefits programs, ensuring completion of Open Enrollment and compliance with COBRA, FMLA, and ADA.
  • Collaborated with department leaders to enhance recruitment efforts and team performance.
  • Organized training initiatives to foster employee growth and skill development.
  • Provided guidance on employee relations cases while ensuring adherence to company policies.
  • Facilitated utilization of HR tools and resources for both managers and employees.
  • Reviewed and approved HR reports for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Conducted annual audits for 401k, OSHA, and other reports to ensure legal requirements were met.

Senior HR Generalist - American Region

Shipco Transport Inc
Hoboken
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Administered compensation and benefit plans, including assisting with Open Enrollment and FMLA processes.
  • Provided support to employees on HR topics, ensuring quick resolution of issues.
  • Organized employee performance reviews and tracked key HR metrics (e.g., turnover rates).
  • Maintained employee records, ensuring compliance with labor regulations.
  • Streamlined benefits reconciliation, improving process accuracy and efficiency.
  • Increased employee satisfaction by enhancing benefits communication and timely resolution of issues.

Senior HR Generalist

Acacia Network
Bronx
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Managed employee benefits programs, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
  • Conducted Open Enrollment and New Hire Orientation for senior housing employees.
  • Maintained benefits files and ensured accurate payroll deductions for benefits.
  • Resolved issues with carrier representatives and ensured smooth administration of COBRA.
  • Improved onboarding and benefits enrollment, driving higher employee retention and satisfaction.

HR Officer

Amalgamated Security Services Ltd.
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Managed healthcare enrollments and claims for 2,700+ employees.
  • Interpreted health plan documents to assist employees and resolve benefits disputes.
  • Ensured accurate payroll deductions for benefits and processed new employee enrollments.
  • Delivered monthly benefit enrollment and claims reports to management.

HR Coordinator

Macy's Inc
New York
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Assisted in administering benefit programs and performance evaluations.
  • Designed and conducted training for new hires and supervisors.
  • Supported store managers with hiring processes and new employee orientation.

Education

Master's Degree - Human Resources

Keller Graduate School of Management
New York, NY
01.2014

Bachelor's Degree - Sociology

Queens College
Flushing, NY
01.2005

Associate's Degree - Liberal Arts

Queens Borough Community College
Bayside, NY
01.2003

Skills

  • Benefits administration
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Employee relations
  • Performance management
  • HR policies and procedures

Personal Information

Title: Senior HR Professional

Timeline

Human Resources Manager - American Region

Shipco Transport Inc
01.2019 - Current

Senior HR Generalist - American Region

Shipco Transport Inc
01.2018 - 01.2019

Senior HR Generalist

Acacia Network
01.2016 - 01.2018

HR Officer

Amalgamated Security Services Ltd.
01.2014 - 01.2015

HR Coordinator

Macy's Inc
01.2008 - 01.2014

Master's Degree - Human Resources

Keller Graduate School of Management

Bachelor's Degree - Sociology

Queens College

Associate's Degree - Liberal Arts

Queens Borough Community College