Overview
Professional Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
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Fernanda Arellano

Genius Road
DALLAS,TX
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
2
Languages

Detail-oriented Human Resources professional with extensive experience in HR operations and Workday implementation. Skilled in data conversion, project coordination, process improvement, and training development. Leverages 7+ years in banking to enhance employee coaching, scheduling, and compliance efforts. Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management, targeting roles in HR, HRIS, or People Operations.

Work History

Project Support Specialist

8 Months
Genius Road | 01.2026 - 09.2026
  • Supported the end-to-end Workday implementation lifecycle by coordinating project activities, tracking deliverables, and monitoring timelines, milestones, and dependencies.
  • Collaborated with HR, Finance, IT, business stakeholders, functional leads, and external consultants to support implementation activities and project objectives.
  • Tracked action items, dependencies, and status updates using project management tools and shared trackers.
  • Coordinated project schedules, deliverables, and stakeholder communications to keep workstreams aligned.
  • Monitored deadlines and priorities, escalating risks and bottlenecks to prevent project delays.

City Manager's Office Intern

6 Months
City of Grande Prairie | 06.2025 - 12.2025
  • Supported HR and payroll data conversion initiatives for Workday deployment using data validation and mapping strategies to ensure accurate migration and system readiness.
  • Directed citywide operations, aligning departmental priorities with council goals and adopted strategic plans.
  • Coordinated agenda preparation, council briefings, and policy implementation across executive departments.
  • Monitored compliance with local regulations, ordinances, and municipal governance requirements.
  • Maintained department productivity and standards through proactive management of teams and policies.
  • Maintained confidential HR candidate documentation in Perceptive Content while supporting HR data management and administrative operations.

Lead Teller

5 Years 1 Month
Comerica Bank | 06.2020 - 07.2025
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in increased loyalty among existing clients and referrals of new business opportunities from satisfied customers.
  • Led teller operations, resolving escalations and maintaining consistent service quality.
  • Trained new tellers on transaction accuracy, security procedures, and branch standards.
  • Enforced branch compliance with dual control, confidentiality, and anti-fraud procedures.
  • Audited transaction records to identify discrepancies and maintain operational accuracy.
  • Processed new accounts, maintenance requests, and documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.

Administrative Manager

5 Months
The Madd House | 10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Directed daily administrative operations, ensuring efficient workflow across scheduling, records, and office support
  • Managed correspondence, filing systems, and document control for accurate office organization
  • Coordinated vendor communication, procurement requests, and supply inventory to prevent interruptions
  • Prepared reports, maintained confidential records, and supported leadership with reliable information
  • Oversaw calendar management, meeting logistics, and internal communications for smooth coordination
  • Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management

University of North Texas At Dallas | 05.2028

In Progress

Associate Degree - Human Resource Management

Dallas College | Dallas | 05.2026

Skills

Time management
Critical thinking
Effective communication
Detail-oriented
Office administration
Conflict management
Project coordination
Quality assurance

Certification

Human Resources Associate (HRA) Certification, 2026

PMI Project Management Ready™ Professional Certification, 2025

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Project Support Specialist

Genius Road
01.2026 - 09.2026Read More

City Manager's Office Intern

City of Grande Prairie
06.2025 - 12.2025Read More

Lead Teller

Comerica Bank
06.2020 - 07.2025Read More

Administrative Manager

The Madd House
10.2019 - 03.2020Read More

University of North Texas At Dallas

Bachelor's Degree from Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management
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Dallas College

Associate Degree from Human Resource Management
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Fernanda Arellano