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Chula Vista,CA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Human Resources GeneralistSenior Benefits SpecialistBenefits SpecialistHuman Resources Representative

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: Chula Vista, CA, US
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsCareer advancement

Summary

Human resources professional with solid foundation in HR operations and benefits management. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills. Key contributor to team success and adaptable to changing business needs.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Generalist

4LEAF, Inc.
Pleasanton, CA
12.2013 - 07.2025
  • Manage all benefit programs, leave programs and 401(k) Plan for 4LEAF, Inc. Ensure alignment of benefit plans with business goals, balancing employee concerns with company needs and requirements.
  • Manage payroll process on Paylocity. Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS system, ensuring data integrity for payroll, benefits, and compliance reporting.
  • Facilitate benefits enrollment for new hires and mid-year changes for current employees.
  • Consult and advise employees on eligibility, provisions and other matters related to benefits and the 401(k) Plan.
  • Work directly with all benefits eligibility contacts and account managers with various issues and process all outstanding vendor invoices.
  • Manage annual 401(k) audit.
  • Manage and administer Leave of Absences, Worker’s Compensation claims and OSHA compliance reporting.
  • Coordinate the preparation of the employee handbook and other employee benefit communication such as the annual Open Enrollment period.
  • Compliance Management: Medicare Part D, ACA compliance, 1095-C requirements, payroll reporting requirements.
  • Coordinate mandatory compliance training sessions for employees on relevant HR policies and legal requirements.

Senior Benefits Specialist

WD Media, Inc. (formerly Komag, Incorporated)
San Jose, CA
05.2004 - 04.2008
  • Job duties as previous position below, with additional responsibilities as follows:
  • Administer all benefit programs and 401(k) Plan for Komag, Inc.
  • Ensures alignment of benefit plans with business goals, balancing employee concerns with company needs and requirements.
  • Consult and advise employees on eligibility, provisions and other matters related to benefits and the 401(k) Plan.
  • Coordinate the preparation of the employee benefits handbook and other employee benefit communication such as the quarterly Health & Wellness newsletters.
  • Managed the successful implementation of the Employeease (ADP) online benefits network for Komag employees.
  • Provide general H.R. support to the department.
  • Proficient knowledge of ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, EGTRRA, PPA and similar legislation.

Benefits Specialist

Komag, Inc.
07.2002 - 04.2004
  • Contractor to regular employee conversion at Komag, Inc.
  • Job duties as previous position below, with additional responsibilities as follows:
  • Review current benefits for Komag, Inc. employees and coordinate the annual Benefits Open Enrollment process including the preparation of the Open Enrollment guide and the distributions of Open Enrollment packets to employees.
  • Organize and manage the annual Benefits Health & Wellness Fair for Komag, Inc.
  • Complete annual 401(k) non-discrimination testing with the 401(k) record keeper and 401(k) auditors.
  • Complete annual 401(k) audit information - submitted to the 401(k) Auditor for Komag, Inc.
  • Complete annual 5500 benefits requirements.
  • Review 401(k) and Benefits Summary Plan Descriptions, and revise as necessary, prior to distribution to Komag, Inc. employees.
  • Continuing review of current legislative changes affecting 401(k) and Benefits Plans, including new Privacy Regulations and Benefits Claims Procedures, and assist in updating the company’s practices accordingly.

Human Resources Representative

ProStar Staffing Co.
San Jose, CA
02.2001 - 07.2002
  • Manage all day-to-day benefits and 401(k) issues for employees.
  • Process benefits enrollment for new hires and update benefits changes for Komag, Inc. employees both online and with benefits enrollment and change forms.
  • Work directly with all benefits eligibility contacts and account managers with various issues and process all outstanding vendor invoices.
  • Process all benefits and 401(k) related purchase requisitions for all benefits and 401(k) invoices.
  • Record keeping of benefits invoices and archiving of invoices from previous years.
  • Complete special projects for the Benefits Manager and H.R. Manager.
  • Provide support to Komag, Inc.’s HR Express office.
  • Contractor position at Komag, Inc.

Personal Banking Officer

Wells Fargo Bank
Gilroy, CA
08.2000 - 01.2001
  • Open consumer / business accounts and loans.
  • Handle various customer inquiries and resolve customer issues.
  • Assist branch manager with daily branch activities.

Human Resources Assistant

Employment Systems, Inc.
San Diego, CA
04.2000 - 06.2000
  • Coordinated open enrollment for all ESI employees.
  • Assisted all employee inquiries regarding benefits.
  • Processed salary increase, promotion and termination paperwork.

Human Resources Assistant

GEICO Direct
Poway, CA
04.1998 - 02.2000
  • Assist all associates with issues regarding benefits, payroll, tuition reimbursement, 401K, FMLA and other work related inquiries.
  • Handle all verification of employment inquiries.
  • Complete special projects for the H.R. Manager and H.R. Director.

Human Resources Assistant

TLC Staffing
San Diego, CA
12.1997 - 04.1998
  • Duties listed above.
  • Contractor position at Geico Direct.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Benefits and Retirement Plan administration
  • HR policies implementation
  • Payroll administration
  • HRIS systems
  • Onboarding processes
  • Workers compensation administration
  • Leave Management
  • Policy implementation

Timeline

Human Resources Generalist

4LEAF, Inc.
12.2013 - 07.2025

Senior Benefits Specialist

WD Media, Inc. (formerly Komag, Incorporated)
05.2004 - 04.2008

Benefits Specialist

Komag, Inc.
07.2002 - 04.2004

Human Resources Representative

ProStar Staffing Co.
02.2001 - 07.2002

Personal Banking Officer

Wells Fargo Bank
08.2000 - 01.2001

Human Resources Assistant

Employment Systems, Inc.
04.2000 - 06.2000

Human Resources Assistant

GEICO Direct
04.1998 - 02.2000

Human Resources Assistant

TLC Staffing
12.1997 - 04.1998

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management

San Diego State University

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