Cristian Romero
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Results-driven Workday Benefits Specialist with a proven ability to configure, maintain, and enhance Workday HCM modules, with a specialty in the Benefits suite. Certified in Workday Connectors and Data Transformation, adept at implementing integrations, optimizing operational efficiency, and fostering compliance. Known for exceptional collaboration, analytical problem-solving, and delivering client-focused solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Benefits/HRIS Specialist
Vertex Education
Chandler, AZ
09.2021 - Current
- Administer leave policies and lifecycle processes for a 2,000+ employee workforce, enhancing compliance and user experience.
- Developed 25+ custom Workday reports leveraging advanced tools such as calculated fields and dashboards to drive data-informed decisions.
- Spearheaded six open enrollment cycles across multiple sub-companies, reducing benefits discrepancies by 20%.
- Conducted training sessions for employees on benefits policies, boosting program participation by 25%.
- Designed and implemented 10+ outbound integrations, streamlining data exchanges and improving HR efficiency by 15%.
- Led the integration of AbsenceSoft with Workday, revolutionizing HR processes and absence management.
- Troubleshot system issues related to data entry and processing.
- Assisted employees with their leave of absence requests, including providing information on the process and requirements.
- Responded promptly to complaints from employees regarding their rights during a period of leave.
- Reviewed existing policies related to leaves in order to identify areas where improvements could be made.
- Processed paperwork for FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation and other types of leave of absences.
- Provided guidance to managers on how to handle employee's return from a leave of absence.
Human Resources Regional Coordinator
Amazon
Tempe, AZ
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed payroll accuracy and leave eligibility evaluations, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Served as the primary point of contact for employee queries on time and attendance, contributing to enhanced payroll accuracy, and adherence to leave regulations.
- Resolved complex cases under the Job Abandonment policy.
Air Traffic Control Trainee
Federal Aviation Administration, FAA
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Participated in training sessions designed to improve knowledge of aviation rules, regulations and safety procedures.
- Utilized radar systems and other equipment to track aircraft movements and identify conflicts between aircrafts in order to maintain safe separation distances.
- Assessed potential hazards such as weather conditions or air traffic congestion and took appropriate action to ensure safety.
Operations Specialist First Class
US Navy
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI
08.2007 - 06.2018
- eSupervised 20+ personnel, overseeing daily operations and critical mission activities while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Delivered technical training as a certified Navy Instructor and Master Training Specialist, ensuring knowledge transfer across 20 commands.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07-2021
Skills
- System implementation
- System upgrades
- Data security
- Data migration
- Customization management
- Quality assurance (QA) threshold development
- HR policies compliance
- HRIS administration
Accomplishments
- Most Valueble Player 2022 - Vertex Education
Timeline
Benefits/HRIS Specialist
Vertex Education
09.2021 - Current
Human Resources Regional Coordinator
Amazon
10.2020 - 09.2021
Air Traffic Control Trainee
Federal Aviation Administration, FAA
01.2020 - 10.2020
Operations Specialist First Class
US Navy
08.2007 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Management
Grand Canyon University
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