Danielle Harris
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Productive and knowledgeable Graduate Enrollment Counselor motivated to positively impact program operations and participant success with diligent support. Well-trained in program management and always seeking ways to enhance strategies and optimize assistance. Highly organized and hardworking with strong attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
HR ANALYST
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
Tallahassee, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Review, evaluate, analyze position descriptions to ensure proper classification in accordance with the broadband classification system
- Responsible for entering and maintaining accurate position data for all position actions in People First (PF)
- Responsible for reviewing and coordinating the approval of the new hire onboarding processes and forms for selected applicants to ensure compliance with the Federal and State requirements and DEP procedures, including E-Verify on all new employees
- Responsible for assisting program areas in the proper hiring of foreign national applicants and maintaining authorizations for employees to work in the U.S
- Coordinates the annual update of agency positions required to file Financial Disclosure with the Commission on Ethics and provides guidance to program areas regarding disclosure requirements
- Assists in developing and presenting training for Organizational Management and DEP New Hire Onboarding process.
Leave and Attendance Specialist
Department of Revenue
Tallahassee, FL
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Process Sick Leave Pool (SLP) and Sick Leave Transfer (SLT) cases.
- Determine employee eligibility for participation in the SLP and SLT program.
- Enter and approve timesheets in People First.
- Process Leave audits for separating employees.
- Identify Leave Without Pay (LWOP) and report to accounting.
- Determines eligibility for payment or transfer of leave based on the requirements in DMS rule 60L-34.
- Manages AskBenefits email account, forwarding customer emails to the appropriate staff for review and response.
- Provide technical assistance to management and supervisors regarding Attendance and Leave in People First System.
- Provide customer service to Department employees.
- Respond to emails received directly and through HR’s central email account.
- Correspond with employees over the phone and face to face.
- Provide guidance on complex situations, including clarification regarding State rules and Department policies
- Prepare, track, and manage employee leave records.
- Provide support for all employee LOA needs to include open communication with employees, supervisors and agency HR personnel.
- Work with the ADA coordinator to gather information related to issues being analyzed and/or examined
- Receive and review FMLA leave request, ensuring complete and accurate documentation is provided by employees and supervisors.
- Assess and determine eligibility for FMLA leave, considering factors such as medical certification, duration of leave requested and applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with supervisors and injured employees to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all workplace injuries and illneses.
HR GENERALIST
The Salvation Army
Tallahassee, FL
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and nonmandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments
- Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified applicants for open positions; collaborates with department managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
- Conducts or acquires background checks and employment eligibility verifications
- Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs
- Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensations, benefits and leave; disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations; performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
- Handles employee related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
- Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
HR Coordinator/Executive Assistant
Department Of Health in Leon County
Tallahassee, FL
01.2017 - 08.2020
- Created job descriptions to attract targeted talent pool within market wage range
- Explained human resources policies and procedures to all employees
- Primary HR Liaison for 200 employees
- Supported top talent identification processes by interviewing candidates and executing all HR steps, including onboarding, orientation, and benefits
- Worked with department managers to assess need
- Helped training and development staff with all aspects of training coordination
- Partnered with IT department to create streamlined onboarding process for new hires
- Conducted new hire orientations making new employees feel welcome and ready to succeed
- Managed daily operations within Administration office by supporting continuous delivery of excellent services and care.
Veteran Services Program Support Specialist
Human Services & Community Partnerships
Tallahassee, FL
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with external partners such as housing authorities, educational institutions, and job placement agencies to identify resources for veterans.
- Monitored compliance of federal regulations pertaining to veteran service programs.
- Responded to inquiries from veterans regarding their benefits and services.
- Coordinated with other agencies to ensure veteran service program eligibility requirements are met.
- Coordinated volunteers who provided support services for veterans through the department's volunteer network.
- Participated in public forums advocating for additional funding for veteran service programs.
- Maintained confidentiality of all information relating to veterans' cases.
- Researched potential grant opportunities that could be used to expand or enhance existing programming related to veteran services programs.
- Provided case management assistance to veterans enrolled in the program.
HR ASSISTANT
Department Of Health (OPQI)
Tallahassee, FL
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Support all internal and external HR-related inquiries or requests
- Maintain digital and electronic records of employees
- Serve as point of contact with benefit vendors and administrators
- Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates, performing reference checks, and issuing employment contracts
- Maintain calendars of the HR management team
- Oversee the completion of compensation and benefit documentation
- Assist with performance management procedures
- Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events, and maintain agendas
- Coordinate training sessions and seminars
- Liaise between internal and external stakeholders to provide updated project status and performance reports.
Education
Master of Science - Human Services Administration
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08.2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL05.2014
Skills
- Organization and planning
- Ethics and integrity
- Critical thinking
- Effective planning
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership and Coaching
- Report analysis
- Empathy and interpersonal
- Relationship building
- Training and Development
- Relationship Building
- Needs Assessment
- Counseling
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
HR ANALYST
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
04.2024 - Current
Leave and Attendance Specialist
Department of Revenue
08.2023 - 03.2024
HR GENERALIST
The Salvation Army
07.2022 - 01.2023
HR Coordinator/Executive Assistant
Department Of Health in Leon County
01.2017 - 08.2020
Veteran Services Program Support Specialist
Human Services & Community Partnerships
02.2015 - 01.2017
HR ASSISTANT
Department Of Health (OPQI)
02.2013 - 02.2015
Master of Science - Human Services Administration
Saint Leo University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Florida State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tallahassee Community College
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