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Danielle DeGaeta

Matawan,NJ

Summary

Results-driven Human Resources Business Partner skillful in strategic planning, policy integration and performance improvements. Always pursuing ways to maximize efficiency, employee satisfaction, cost savings and strong parternships.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Human Resource Business Partner

Care.com Inc
02.2024 - Current
  • Championed change management initiatives during periods of organizational transformation, mitigating potential resistance from staff members.
  • Advised senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives.
  • Implemented succession planning initiatives to ensure continuity of leadership within the organization.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and performance evaluation processes.
  • Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
  • Collaborated closely with internal teams to develop and implement successful human resources systems and processes.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to align HR strategy with overall business objectives, driving organizational success.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.

Human Resource Business Partner

Care.com Inc
10.2022 - 02.2024
  • Collaborated with business leaders to understand their strategic objectives and provide HR insights and recommendations to support their goals
  • Acted as a liaison between HR and business functions, ensuring effective communication and alignment of HR programs and initiatives
  • Provided coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution to promote a positive work environment
  • Led talent management efforts, including workforce planning, succession planning, and talent acquisition to ensure the organization has the right talent in place to achieve its objectives
  • Drove employee engagement and culture initiatives by developing and implementing programs that foster a positive and inclusive workplace
  • Analyzed HR metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance overall organizational performance
  • Partnered with the Learning and Development team to identify training needs and develop relevant programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities
  • Managed and facilitated employee performance reviews and goal-setting processes in collaboration with managers
  • Stayed current with HR best practices, legal requirements, and industry trends to ensure compliance and proactively address potential HR issues
  • Participated in special projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing HR processes, systems, and policies

HR Generalist II

Care.com Inc
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Built effective and productive working relationships at all levels of the organization and ensures everyone is communicated with in a timely fashion.
  • Provided HR guidance to employees and managers with regards to pre-boarding, onboarding and benefits, as well as various HR related inquiries.
  • Acted as the main contact person leading up to a new hire's first day, reaching out regularly between their offer and first day to ensure they have everything they need.
  • Led Company Orientation and Benefits Orientation for all corporate new hires
  • Entered and maintained new hire records both in our HRIS system and through personnel record management while maintaining proper filing and storage of physical and digital copies
  • Ran pre-employment verification for all new hires (including, but not limited to CORI, FCRA, I9, etc.)
  • Runs various reports regarding employees when needed
  • Supported the HR Business Partner with various tasks and priorities
  • Ensured policies and procedures are up to date and in compliance with employment laws.
  • Designed professional development opportunities that aligned with individual career goals as well as overall business objectives.

HR Generalist

Rosa Mexicano
11.2018 - 01.2021
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Responsible for recruitment for both hourly and salary positions including posting all open positions on various job sites and conducting initial phone screenings and scheduling further interviews
  • Administered New Hire Orientation, Onboarding paperwork, and exit interviews for Managerial staff
  • Oversaw and administered the 401k program for all 1200 company employees
  • Counseled employees and management on personal policies and procedures
  • Assisted in various HR projects i.e establishing KPIs, reviewing the employee handbook, I 9 audits, salary surveys, etc.
  • Created and revised offer letters and all job descriptions
  • Developed and implemented training calendars for newly hired managers, while recruiting for a Director of Training
  • Prepared and provided various documents needed such as status change notices, separation notices, unemployment information based on State, etc.
  • Assisted in administering and tracking Sexual Harassment Training for all 1200 employees

HR Generalist

NoHo Hospitality
02.2018 - 11.2018
  • Responsible for Benefits Administration for 1300 employees across 9 different venues.
  • Managed all programs including health, dental and vision insurance, 401k, Above & Beyond, employee referral rewards, birthday calendars, contests, company-wide holiday party and more
  • Managed benefit eligibility for all employees, processed insurance enrollments and payroll deductions, monitored active enrolled employees on a monthly basis to maintain ACA compliance, ensured terminations and COBRA notifications were processed in a timely manner
  • Responsible for recruitment including posting all open positions on various job sites, attending job fairs, and determining qualified candidates.
  • Conducted New Hire Orientation for all new employees
  • Filed all employee injury reports with workers’ compensation carriers and communicated with brokers
  • Counseled employees, resolved complaints, conducted investigations and sought legal counsel
  • Coordinated and managed employee leaves, including FMLA, STD, and PFL, in accordance with policies and regulations
  • Assisted in creating the company culture by organizing monthly events

HR Administrator

NoHo Hospitality
02.2017 - 02.2018
  • Assisted employees through with new hire paperwork and onboarded new hires through HRIS
  • Maintained employee personnel files, processed terminations and communicated with managers when needed
  • Processed address changes, W4 updates, employment verifications, rate of pay adjustments, transfers, promotions, etc.
  • Responded to unemployment claims
  • Audited I9’s to ensure compliance

Education

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Family And Child Studies

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
05.2013

Skills

  • Employee Relations Oversight
  • Data and Trends Analysis
  • Employee Relations
  • Management Support
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Strategic Planning
  • Compliance
  • Leadership Training and Development
  • Succession Planning
  • Employee Development
  • Performance Management Systems
  • Organizational Development

Timeline

Sr. Human Resource Business Partner

Care.com Inc
02.2024 - Current

Human Resource Business Partner

Care.com Inc
10.2022 - 02.2024

HR Generalist II

Care.com Inc
01.2021 - 10.2022

HR Generalist

Rosa Mexicano
11.2018 - 01.2021

HR Generalist

NoHo Hospitality
02.2018 - 11.2018

HR Administrator

NoHo Hospitality
02.2017 - 02.2018

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Scranton

Bachelor of Arts - Family And Child Studies

Montclair State University
Danielle DeGaeta