Elizabeth G. Soto

• Developed and implemented HR strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Collaborated with senior management to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment plans.
• Conducted job analysis to determine job requirements and qualifications for each position.
• Managed the onboarding process for new hires, including orientation programs and training.
• Designed compensation packages that are competitive in the marketplace.
• Facilitated employee relations by resolving disputes between employees or between employees and supervisors.
• Advised managers on issues related to labor law compliance; provided guidance on progressive discipline practices when needed.
• Regularly updated HR databases to reflect employee information, changes in benefits and other details.
• Worked with department managers to assess needs.
• Facilitated delivery of HR services by establishing and maintaining positive relationships with teams and leadership across organization.
• Developed hiring and recruitment policies to drive transparent and fair hiring process for selecting candidates on basis of merit and relevance with job.
• Supervised HR Department employees by directing activities and monitoring performance.

• Monitored compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations.
• Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and programs related to employee relations.
• Provided guidance on employee relations issues such as performance management, disciplinary action, grievances.
• Conducted investigations into workplace complaints or violations of company policy.
• Interpreted employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, personnel policies and procedures for managers and employees.
• Advised managers on effective resolution of employee relations issues in a timely manner.
• Facilitated training sessions for managers on topics related to employee relations including harassment prevention, diversity awareness.
• Maintained accurate records of all employee relation activities including complaint investigations, counseling meetings.
• Collaborated with other departments to ensure consistency in HR practices across the organization.
• Addressed conflicts between employees by providing mediation services.
• Guided managers and supervisors on resolving discipline issues and employee grievances.
• Facilitated new hire orientations, processed transfers and managed employee separations.

• Created and maintained personnel records, such as hiring documents, benefits information and payroll data.
• Collaborated with other departments to create a positive work environment that promotes collaboration among teams.
• Ensured compliance with all state and federal employment laws including wage and hour regulations.
• Prepared and led new employee orientation to familiarize with company policies, procedures, culture and campus.
• Proactively identified and solved complex HR problems that impacted operations management and business direction.
• Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.

• Assisted in the development of policies related to human resources management.
• Ensured compliance with all state and federal employment laws including wage and hour regulations.
• Prepared reports summarizing recruitment activities, turnover rates, absenteeism trends.
• Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
• Compiled reports to provide management with accurate information and comply with policies and procedures.
• Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.

• Directed HR programs, policies and processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Developed hiring and recruitment policies to drive transparent and fair hiring process for selecting candidates on basis of merit and relevance with job.
• Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.

• Provided guidance on labor law regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Created and maintained personnel records, such as hiring documents, benefits information and payroll data.
• Coordinated training programs for new employees and existing staff members.
• Developed processes for onboarding new hires into the organization's culture.
• Ensured compliance with all state and federal employment laws including wage and hour regulations.
• Administered employee benefits and led open enrollment process, informing and coaching employees.

• As the Interim HR Manager -Managed all aspects of the Human Resources Department's functionality
• Guided and advised management on interpreting and complying with the union contract
• Delivered guidance on legal requirements, the negotiation and arbitration processes, and effective problem resolution.
• Organized and facilitated team-building activities, including monthly staff meetings.
• Proactively identified and solved complex HR problems that impacted operations management and business direction.

Human Reources Assistant Manager

• Successfully executed training workshops in accordance with corporate policies
• Provided guidance on employee relations issues such as performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, terminations and workplace conflicts.
• Performed regular audits of HR processes to ensure accuracy of information stored in HR systems.
• Coordinated benefits administration activities such as open enrollment periods and insurance claims processing.
• Provided support during union negotiations regarding wages and working conditions.

Interviewer

• Developed interview questions based on the position and company culture.
• Scheduled candidate interviews with hiring managers and other stakeholders.
• Reviewed resumes, applications, and other pertinent documents prior to interviews.
• Coordinated post-interview follow up activities between hiring manager, HR team, and candidates.
• Analyzed data from previous recruiting efforts to identify areas for improvement in the recruitment process.
• Conducted employee orientations to explain benefits programs.
• Assisted employees with enrollment in health and welfare plans.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of all benefit plan provisions, policies, and procedures.

• Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
• Analyzed financial data to identify discrepancies or trends.
• Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
• Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
• Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process through timely provision of requested documents and prompt response to inquiries.
• Prepared monthly closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
• Handled the daily management of public fund investments.
• Managed diverse portfolio ranging from $250,000 to $5 million in public funds through diligent monitoring. Utilized expertise to invest funds in secured investments efficiently.
• Conducted bond sales as requested by County Auditor.

• Ensured accurate reporting of all accounting transactions through the University's computerized accounting system
• Managed cashier staff to ensure accurate balancing of cash boxes at end of each day
• Maintained accurate records of cash movement by reconciling at the beginning and end of each workday.
• Oversaw daily deposits, ensured timely report submissions, and effectively managed the student loan program