Dynamic professional with extensive experience at MTA, New York City Transit, excelling in employee engagement and retention. Proven track record in policy compliance and process improvement, leading initiatives that enhanced workplace culture. Skilled in Microsoft Office and conflict resolution, fostering collaboration across departments to drive operational success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Payroll / Sick Substantiation Administrator | Employee Engagement Support
MTA, New York City Transit
08.2016 - Current
Administer employee timekeeping accuracy for over 20,000 employees, including sick leave, supplemental sick pay, long-term sickness, FMLA, and vacation pay.
Conduct investigations into timekeeping discrepancies, and partner with departmental supervisors to resolve attendance concerns.
Ensure compliance with HR policies regarding medical leave documentation and return-to-work procedures, maintaining 100% audit compliance.
Lead internal engagement messaging and recognition efforts, organizing initiatives that reached over 600 employees and improved morale and retention.
Build positive working relationships across departments to improve transparency, communication, and operational performance.
Paralegal, Insurance Investigator
Jzanus Collections Ltd
Floral Park, NY
06.2008 - 08.2016
Conducted legal research, managed discovery, and prepared trial materials.
Maintained court date calendars and ensured timely compliance.
Managed, monitored, and processed health insurance claims, rectifying daily billing errors and generating monthly unbilled accounts reports.
Maintained all materials in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Attorney
Nicholas DeSibio, PC
Law Hewlett, NY
01.2012 - 01.2013
Processed worker’s compensation claims, including C8 (denial forms) and C240 forms.
Collaborated with claims examiners to recognize suspicious claims activity.
Assisted with client communications, including answering phones and filing.
Education
MBA - Business Management
SUNY Empire State College
Staten Island
01.2027
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
John Jay College
New York, NY
Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
Skills
Employee relations
Retention and engagement
Workplace culture
Diversity and inclusion
Process improvement
Policy compliance
Conflict resolution
Program leadership
Event management
Training facilitation
Microsoft Office suite
PeopleSoft expertise
SharePoint proficiency
ATS systems knowledge
Affiliations
Toastmasters Club 7292 – President / Area Director Division D Area 42
Manage membership retention, engagement, and professional development for new and existing members.
Plan and coordinate club events, educational programs, and leadership initiatives.
Six Sigma Group (Yellow Belt)
Lead a process improvement team to increase operational efficiency and employee engagement within MTA workflows.
Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to identify process gaps, enhance processes, and optimize employee experience.
COMTO NY / DDCR Towers (Member)
Participate in leadership training, professional development, internship and scholarship programs, and networking opportunities.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
President – All Generations Employee Resource Group (ERG)
Lead the ERG as a strategic partner to agency leadership to strengthen workforce engagement and retention.
Develop and implement initiatives that promote cross-generational collaboration and professional growth.
Coordinate recruitment outreach and networking activities to support hiring needs across departments.
Manage planning, logistics, and communication for large-scale engagement events supporting over 600 employees with attendance growth of 150 participants.
Build partnerships with internal stakeholders including Labor Relations, DEI leaders, and Executive leadership to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Certification
State of New York Notary Public exp 2027
Accomplishments
Awards & Honors 🏆 Awards & Recognitions – Carrie Johnson Hero of the Week For organizing a successful Third Annual Toy and Coat Drive Date: January 7, 2022
Timeline
Payroll / Sick Substantiation Administrator | Employee Engagement Support