Elisa Valdez
Hudson,FL
Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t.
Bill Nye, the Science Guy
Summary
Dynamic HR Manager with extensive experience at International Ship Repair, adept at enhancing employee relations and implementing performance management systems. Proven track record in payroll administration and workforce planning, fostering a compliant and motivated workforce. Skilled in HR software and conflict resolution, driving employee satisfaction and retention initiatives.
Work History
HR Manager
International Ship Repair
12.2007 - Current
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Collaborated closely with department heads in executing strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned human capital resources with company goals.
- Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
- Ensured legal compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits and updating policies as necessary.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Conducted internal investigations related to harassment claims and other workplace conflicts, providing resolutions that preserved the integrity of the company''s values.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency with the use of HRIS systems.
- Reduced recruitment costs by establishing strong relationships with job agencies and schools.
- Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
- Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
- Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
- Used technologically relevant portal systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
Human Resources Assistant/Assistant Payroll Clerk
International Ship Repair
01.2005 - Current
- Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
- Assisted in payroll processing to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Supported talent acquisition efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and performing reference checks for prospective candidates.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Enhanced onboarding experience for new hires by creating comprehensive orientation materials and training programs.
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
Education
High School Diploma -
05-2002
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- New employee orientation
- HR processes
- Retention strategies
- Payroll administration
- Employee relations
- Compensation and benefits
- Employment law compliance
- HR software proficiency
- Payroll
- Payroll oversight
- Performance management
- Health benefits
- Benefits administration
- Workforce planning
- Employee benefits management
- HR reporting
- Records management
- Microsoft office and docusign
- Staff management
- Payroll coordination
- Policy enforcement
- Corrective action planning
- Online position posting
- Dispute mediation
- Unemployment claims management
- Post-hire check-ins
- HR guidance
- Employee support
- Labor law compliance
- HR leadership
Certification
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HR Certification Institute.
- SHRM Essentials of Human Resources Certificate Holder – Society for Human Resource Management.
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
English
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
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