Desiree Ruiz Alegria
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
01.2015 - 01.2025
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into the workplace culture.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined HR policies and procedures.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Provided support during organizational restructuring efforts, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while ensuring fair treatment of affected employees.
- Coordinated employee training programs to boost skills development and improve overall performance.
- Developed performance management systems that allowed for accurate tracking of employee progress and goal achievement.
- Assisted employees in resolving conflicts through mediation services, leading to improved working relationships among team members.
- Led diversity and inclusion initiatives, creating more inclusive workplace.
- Implemented workforce planning techniques to adeptly match talent with task requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions, equipping staff with necessary skills for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and strategize recruitment efforts.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Resource Management
American Public University
West Virginia10-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Public University
West Virginia09-2024
Skills
- Customer relations
- HR policies and procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Training development
- Diversity and inclusion
- Employee relations
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Compensation and benefits
- Organizational development
- HR analytics
- Performance management
- Staff management
- Workforce planning
- Talent management
- Paperwork verification
- HR services
- Microsoft office
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
01.2015 - 01.2025
Master of Arts - Human Resource Management
American Public University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Public University
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