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Emalie S. Figueroa

Dallas,TX

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Human Resources/Payroll DirectorHuman Resources GeneralistHuman Resources Payroll SpecialistDirector of Benefits

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: Dallas, TXIrving, TX
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$110000/yr - $165000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefits401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingCompany CulturePaid time offTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

I am a proven HR professional known for strong communication, active listening, and a collaborative approach when working with employees, customers, and business partners. I bring demonstrated leadership and the ability to navigate challenges, resolve conflicts, and effectively prioritize, plan, and organize work. I have extensive experience building high-performing teams, taking initiative, and maintaining exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of my work.

Human Resources professional with strong expertise in payroll management, compliance, and employee relations. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving results. Adept at navigating changing needs and ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing. Skilled in HRIS systems, conflict resolution, and policy implementation. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and results-driven approach.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources/Payroll Director

BaylorScott&White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas - USPI/Tenet
Irving, TX
05.2014 - Current
  • I collaborate with the hospital CEO, CFO, and CNO on high-impact initiatives, providing HR expertise to support organizational strategy and operational goals. I ensure full compliance with Corporate HR standards, Joint Commission requirements, and internal controls by maintaining accurate and audit-ready employee files. I prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual HR reports with a focus on data accuracy and regulatory alignment. In addition, I oversee payroll audits, maintain payroll integrity, and serve as the primary liaison between the facility and the USPI/Tenet Home Office Payroll Department. I lead benefits administration for new hires, annual open enrollment, and benefit terminations, while also advising employees on the Fidelity 401(k) Plan, including onboarding, rollovers, and plan termination processes. My responsibilities also include updating job descriptions, performance evaluations, and HR policies to ensure consistency and organizational alignment. I manage job postings within the USPI Rival system and support talent acquisition by coordinating job fairs, new hire orientations, and hospital engagement events. Additionally, I contribute to departmental and hospital-wide budget goals by improving HR processes, promoting efficiency, and supporting responsible resource management.

Human Resources Generalist

Baylor Medical Center at Uptown – USPI/Tenet
Dallas, TX
02.2005 - 05.2014
  • I worked closely with the CEO and CFO on high-priority projects, providing HR support and operational insight to advance organizational goals. I ensured continuous HR compliance and maintained strong internal controls by adhering to corporate policies and Joint Commission standards. I managed key HR functions including payroll, benefits administration, and employee relations, and processed biweekly payroll for more than 220 employees using ADP EV6 and Kronos with a focus on accuracy and audit readiness. I supported the new hire onboarding process, including I-9 employment verification, and managed unemployment claims, disputes, and hearings to reduce organizational risk. Throughout all responsibilities, I upheld strict confidentiality of sensitive HR information and handled a variety of administrative functions such as document management, filing, scanning, and data entry to support efficient HR operations.
  • Transfer

Education

ASSOCIATES OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

Mountain View College
Dallas, TX
05-2016

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - CERTIFICATION - undefined

Mountain View College
Dallas, TX
05-2016

Skills

  • Sourcing & Recruiting
  • Interviewing & Salary Changes
  • Onboarding New Hires
  • Termination of Benefits & Employees
  • Background Checks/Drug Testing
  • Payroll Processing & Discrepancies
  • Employee Relations & Employee Orientation
  • 401k Plan Management & Unemployment Verifications
  • Kronos, ADP V5, Silkroad/Red-carpet, Rival Recruiting
  • Leadership Training & Development
  • Payroll software expertise
  • HR policies development
  • Onboarding processes
  • Employee relations

Certification

Human Resource Management - Certification, Mountain View College, Dallas, TX - May 2016

Languages

English
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Human Resources/Payroll Director

BaylorScott&White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas - USPI/Tenet
05.2014 - Current

Human Resources Generalist

Baylor Medical Center at Uptown – USPI/Tenet
02.2005 - 05.2014

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - CERTIFICATION - undefined

Mountain View College

ASSOCIATES OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

Mountain View College

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