Christina Mason

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Supervise and support the Recruitment Specialist throughout the hiring process - including candidate sourcing, interview coordination and participation, completing reference checks and job offer management. Will also step into the role as needed to provide full-cycle recruitment.

Employee Engagement & Retention

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee morale, motivation and overall job satisfaction. Responsible for designing, planning and executing employee engagement events and retention initiatives in collaboration with departments to foster a positive and supportive work environment. Partner with Senior Leadership team and department heads to identify and address specific engagement needs across the organization.

Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees; addressing concerns, conflicts and inquiries promptly and confidentially. Conduct timely investigations into complaints involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, safety and ethical issues while ensuring fair, thorough and consistent resolution while upholding workplace dignity and respect. Provide guidance to managers on employee relations matters and foster a culture of open communication. Support employees in conflict resolution efforts while honoring the established chain of command.

Compensation and Benefits

• Administers employee benefits, including medical, life, disability, 401(k), and FSAs. Maintains accurate benefit data, supports open enrollment, and assists employees with benefit inquiries. Manages workers’ compensation claims and coordinates return-to-work programs. Oversees FMLA and disability leave processes, ensuring compliance, timely communication, and accurate tracking. Enters benefit data into HRIS and manages ACA reporting. Facilitates accommodation requests and supports managers with leave-related guidance.

Performance Management

• Manages the employee evaluation process, including notifying managers of upcoming reviews and providing education on current compensation and handbook-aligned pay options. Supports goal-setting by assisting managers in establishing clear objectives and tracking employee progress. Coaches managers on delivering clear expectations and helps them develop effective, constructive language to communicate performance feedback and corrective action documents that align with the vision and values of The Coquille Indian Tribe.

Organizational Development

• Manages all administrative tasks related to onboarding, new hire orientations, and exit interviews, including HRIS data entry and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance. Coordinates and facilitates new hire orientations to support a smooth onboarding experience. Collaborates closely with fellow HR Generalists to maintain consistent and seamless HR operations across all work locations. Promote diversity, equity and inclusion as integral components of organizational development.

HR Compliance

• Serve as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for handbook-related policies, assisting with updates and providing guidance and interpretation to staff. Manage and process a wide range of forms and documents, many of which are confidential or complex, including personnel action forms, benefits enrollments, billing, unemployment claims, and other HR documentation. Review and approve personnel action forms to ensure accuracy and alignment with business objectives. Provide documentation and support as needed, and act as the primary contact for all human resources and benefits-related inquiries and requests.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Supported the recruiter by assisting with thorough background checks, coordinating pre-employment drug screenings, and managing internal transfer processes. Scheduled and facilitated new hire orientations, delivering a welcoming and informative onboarding experience. Ensured accurate completion of all onboarding documentation and checklists, maintaining compliance and meticulous organization of personnel files.
  

Employee Engagement & Retention

• Collaborated in the planning and execution of employee appreciation and recognition events designed to boost morale and promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture. Represented the Human Resources department on the Potlatch Committee, supporting community engagement and cultural celebration initiatives that reflect organizational values.

Compensation & Benefits

• Provided administrative support to the Benefits & Safety Manager by handling clerical tasks related to benefits enrollment, billing, and employee communications. Assisted in the administration of Leave of Absence programs, including tracking and documentation of FMLA and personal leave. Maintained accurate and up-to-date benefits data within the HRIS, ensuring compliance and seamless benefits processing.

HR Compliance & Administration

• Ensured timely completion, accurate storage, and strict compliance of I-9 documentation in accordance with federal regulations. Managed comprehensive data entry and updates within the HRIS system, including new hires, terminations, transfers, and other status changes. Oversaw the generation, tracking, and distribution of signature cards to relevant departments. Processed all approved personnel action forms efficiently within established deadlines. Coordinated purchase order generation and maintained inventory levels of HR departmental supplies to support smooth operations.

Organizational Development & Safety

• Served as Vice Chair and Co-Chair of the Safety Committee, meticulously compiling daily injury and accident reports and delivering comprehensive monthly summaries to leadership. Played an active role in safety-related administrative functions, fostering a culture of health, compliance, and workplace safety. Efficiently coordinated company-wide travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistics and support across all departments.