Ellen M. Walker
Franklin,MA
Summary
Experienced Human Resources, Operations, and Benefits Administration professional with 20+ years of expertise in HR administration, employee benefits, transportation coordination, payroll, compliance, facilities management, and project administration. Proven ability to manage complex operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide exceptional support to employees, students, families, and community partners. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with a collaborative leadership style.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation / Facilities Rental Coordinator
Medfield Public Schools
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee transportation operations serving more than 2,500 students districtwide.
- Develop and maintain safe, efficient bus routes and schedules.
- Coordinate emergency transportation procedures, weather-related decisions, and evacuation drills.
- Collaborate with administrators, transportation vendors, law enforcement, and community agencies.
- Investigate and document transportation incidents, complaints, and safety concerns.
- Manage scheduling of school facilities, athletic fields, and community rentals.
- Prepare billing invoices for external organizations utilizing district facilities.
Human Resources Assistant
Medfield Public Schools
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Managed all recruitment, onboarding, and employee documentation processes.
- Maintained job postings and candidate communications through SchoolSpring.
- Processed onboarding compliance including CORI, SORI, SAFIS, I-9, retirement enrollment, and benefits forms.
- Maintained employee records and entered new hire information into ADP.
- Coordinated FMLA administration, leave tracking, and return-to-work documentation.
- Monitored DESE licensure compliance for teaching staff.
- Processed employment verifications, lane changes, course reimbursements, and work permits.
- Supported Superintendent’s Office and maintained administrator contracts.
Administrative Assistant
Ann M. Irons, CPA, LLC
Medway, MA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed front office operations, scheduling, client communications, and workflow coordination.
- Processed and maintained tax and bookkeeping documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Prepared tax organizers, engagement letters, and final tax return packages.
- Maintained organized filing systems and assist with payroll-related administrative tasks.
- Assisted with training materials and office procedure documentation.
Tax Assistant (Seasonal)
Liscombe & Parrella, PC
Medway, MA
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Assembled and finalized tax return packages for distribution.
- Maintained client databases and supported administrative operations during tax season.
Senior Employee Benefits Analyst
Waters Corporation
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Managed retirement programs for over 5,000 employees and retirees in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
- Administered Defined Benefit, Defined Contribution, Deferred Compensation, and Cash Balance Plans.
- Led ERISA compliance activities including audits, Form 5500 filings, PBGC filings, and nondiscrimination testing.
- Supported implementation of retirement plan changes and 401(k) program updates.
- Calculated annual 401(k) true-up contributions and coordinated pension payments.
- Provided retirement counseling and reviewed QDRO documentation.
- Participated in wellness initiatives, benefit fairs, and employee communications.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
Suffolk University
Skills
- Human Resources Administration
- Employee Onboarding
- Leave & Benefits Administration
- Transportation Operations
- Facilities Coordination
- Payroll Support
- Regulatory Compliance
- Project Management
Timeline
Transportation / Facilities Rental Coordinator
Medfield Public Schools
01.2025 - Current
Human Resources Assistant
Medfield Public Schools
01.2020 - 01.2025
Administrative Assistant
Ann M. Irons, CPA, LLC
01.2019 - 01.2020
Tax Assistant (Seasonal)
Liscombe & Parrella, PC
01.2019 - 01.2019
Senior Employee Benefits Analyst
Waters Corporation
01.2003 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
Suffolk University
Career Pause for Family & Community Leadership
Franklin, MA, 2008, 2019, Dedicated time to raising two children while serving in multiple volunteer leadership roles including Scholarship Chair for Franklin Wrestling Boosters, Chairwoman of Save for America, Assistant Treasurer for the Parent Communication Committee, Cub Scout Pack Buyer, CCD Teacher, and committee volunteer for school and community programs.
Prior Experience
- Senior Health & Welfare/401(k) Systems Analyst — Watson Wyatt Worldwide
- Defined Contribution Team Leader — Putnam Investments
- HRIS Payroll Implementation Team — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Payroll Unit Leader — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Senior Auditor, Medicare Audit & Reimbursement — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts