Elizabeth Ramirez-Lopez
HR Manager
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated administrative professional with strong organizational and clerical abilities, seeking a long-term role in a positive and well-structured work environment. Interested in a company that values work-life balance, flexibility, and professional growth, where I can contribute meaningfully while growing alongside the organization.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager
City of Doral
11.2017 - Current
- Lead full-cycle recruitment activities, including requisition intake, job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and offer coordination.
- Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, required competencies, and position-specific interview criteria.
- Develop and execute targeted recruitment campaigns using NEOGOV (Attract module) to source candidates with specialized skill sets.
- Screen and evaluate resumes and applications of to assess alignment with minimum and preferred qualifications.
- Coordinate and facilitate interview logistics, including interview requests, panel selection, and interview question development.
- Ensure compliance with recruitment policies, internal procedures, and Veteran’s Preference requirements, including interview eligibility and point allocation.
- Prepare, maintain, and update job announcements and job descriptions to accurately reflect essential functions and qualifications.
- Administer recruitment systems and dashboards; track open and filled positions through position control systems.
- Prepare interview banding results and provide to hiring managers.
- Maintain accurate recruitment and interview records to ensure audit readiness and process integrity.
- Represent the organization at job fairs and recruitment events to build candidate pipelines.
- Prepare and analyze monthly HR metrics and accomplishment reports to provide insight into departmental performance.
Human Resources Coordinator
City of Doral
11.2014 - 11.2017
- Responsible for lifecycle of employees within assigned departments.
- Streamlined onboarding processes to enhance new hire experiences and reduce time-to-productivity.
- Managed employee records using HRIS software, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts, including job postings, candidate screenings, and interview scheduling.
- Maintained HRIS and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork prior to onboarding
- Drafted personnel action forms for assigned departments/employees.
- Streamlined recruitment processes by utilizing applicant tracking systems for improved hiring efficiency.
- Facilitated training sessions to promote compliance, diversity, and inclusion across all departments.
- Mentored junior HR staff, fostering their professional growth and enhancing team capabilities in HR functions.
- Explained and administered medical insurance, disability and flexible spending accounts.
HR Coordinator
Whetstone Holdings
11.2013 - 11.2014
- Supported Human Resources operations, including employee records, payroll documentation and processing, compliance, and onboarding.
- Managed company payroll processing for employees across three states.
- Developed and standardized HR forms and documentation, including status/change, disciplinary records, and payroll forms.
- Conducted new-hire orientation and onboarding, completing employment documentation and policy reviews.
- Managed employment eligibility verification through E-Verify and conducted background checks using Thomson Reuters (CLEAR).
- Assisted with recruitment under HR leadership, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination and offer letters.
- Reviewed timecards and prepared employee census reports to support payroll and benefits administration.
- Supported harassment training initiatives, serving as session witness and facilitator as needed.
Administrative Assistant to the Finance Director
City of Doral
10.2012 - 11.2013
- Reviewed and processed all departmental mail and incoming invoices, ensuring proper approvals from Directors and the City Manager.
- Assisted with accounts payable, including invoice entry, printing, and mailing vendor checks, as well as distributing tuition reimbursements and employee refunds.
- Managed user access in the City’s accounting system (Munis), including role and permission assignments.
- Supported the Finance Director with CBO grant applications and budget book preparation for Council, including cover and spine design.
- Created and maintained account ledgers for Parks and Police 4 Kids, a City nonprofit organization.
- Served as backup for the City Cashier, covering lunch hours and performing daily closing reconciliations.
- Assisted with special finance projects and administrative tasks as needed to support departmental operations.
Manager’s Assistant
BP - Brickell Trading Post
02.2007 - 10.2012
- Managed all company accounts and transactions including sales, purchases, and investments.
- Coordinated weekly payroll functions and updated all account books.
- Created excel spreadsheets to organize daily inventory, fuel invoices, bank deposits, and fuel sales.
- Updated all computer software systems to increase productivity and minimize costs.
Education
Masters in Public Administration -
Florida International University
Miami, FL08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Hospitality Studies
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2010
Magnet Program / Academy - Legal & Public affairs, Criminal Justice Program
Coral Reef Senior High School
01.2006
Skills
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
- Accounting Software: QuickBooks and Munis
Certification
- Certificate in Human Resources, Florida International University (2012)
- Public Human Resources Professional (PHRP), Florida Public Human Resources Association (2021)
- People Manager Qualification (PMQ) Certification, SHRM (2025)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
City of Doral
11.2017 - Current
Human Resources Coordinator
City of Doral
11.2014 - 11.2017
HR Coordinator
Whetstone Holdings
11.2013 - 11.2014
Administrative Assistant to the Finance Director
City of Doral
10.2012 - 11.2013
Manager’s Assistant
BP - Brickell Trading Post
02.2007 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Hospitality Studies
Florida International University
Magnet Program / Academy - Legal & Public affairs, Criminal Justice Program
Coral Reef Senior High School
Masters in Public Administration -
Florida International University