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Genesis Mesa Ramirez

Clifton,NJ

Summary

Results-driven Human Resource professional with a proven track record in diverse industries, including Travel & Leisure, Retail, Civil Engineering and Banking. Proficient in full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and data management. Successfully managed high-volume Leave of Absence cases, facilitated performance appraisals, and administered employee referral programs. Genesis expertise’s extends to managing various HRIS systems, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, and providing strategic HR solutions to enhance organizational efficiency. With strong skills in record keeping and multitasking, Genesis consistently delivers high satisfaction rates and effective HR support.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

People Solutions Consultant II

Valley National Bank
Morristown, NJ
02.2023 - 06.2025
  • Provided ongoing support for employees, serving as a Human Resources subject matter expert using implemented solutions for various HR programs; not limited to Benefits, Payroll, L&D, Leave of Absence, and Talent Management.
  • Built strong relationships with internal cross-functional teams, not limited to Payroll, Benefits, L&D and HRIS, and third-party vendors to drive advanced and efficient solutions and communication for employees.
  • Improved overall customer satisfaction ratings with a satisfactory rating of 95%, overseeing 200 - 400 solutions on a quarterly basis.
  • Analyzed customer needs, challenges, and opportunities to develop appropriate solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations while developing new solutions.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting complex production incidents.
  • Created a comprehensive chart and summary sheet detailing all variables of our LOA process and procedures. Guiding employees on Leave of Absence (LOA) procedures, summarizing Federal and State laws.
  • Decreased quality assurance issues by effectively maintaining confidential patient databases and auditing reports and employee information.

HR Generalist II

SESI Consulting Engineers
Parsippany, NJ
03.2021 - 02.2023
  • Developed full cycle recruiting process, achieving a 40% increase of new hires by year one for Geotechnical, Environmental and Site Civil Land Development roles.
  • Coordinated the full cycle recruiting process including phone screens, interviews, extending offers, and onboarding.
  • Facilitated candidate sourcing via Indeed and LinkedIn Recruiter, managing candidate pipelines and recommending InMail templates.
  • Conducted biweekly meetings with C-level executives to advise on recruitment strategies and anticipated staffing needs.
  • Assisted HR Manger in analyzing KPI metrics to inform data-driven recruiting decisions.
  • Strategized branding and marketing initiatives to attract top talent internally and externally, including attending Career Fairs.
  • Interpreted and explained Human Resources policies and procedures or regulations, not limited to I9s, Benefits, Employee Handbook, including enrollment process etc.
  • Supported performance management processes by scheduling evaluations and tracking feedback.
  • Trained new HR Generalist our recruiting procedures and onboarding orientation to ensure consistency.

HR Specialist

Paris Baguette America
Moonachie, NJ
04.2020 - 01.2021
  • Administered payroll system updates using Paylocity, Harri, and formerly, ADP Workforce Now.
    Updates included new hire and rehire documentation, termination, merit increase and wage adjustments, or store transfers to support operational structures.
  • Generated offer letters for Service Managers and Assistant General Managers, requested background checks and drug screenings for new hires, and
    sent welcome emails containing benefit enrollment information.
  • Managed benefits portal, approving payroll benefits and updating information in UHC portal.
    Configured payroll deductions in Paylocity for accurate employee benefit administration.
  • Created Weekly reports such as Payroll Management (7 Pay Codes), Tip Allocation (36 stores), Weekly Labor Report (New Hires, Terminations, Overtime, Meal Penalties, etc.), Health Check Report (Covid19), Turnover Active reports, as well as ad hoc reports.
  • Implemented electronic employee files while overseeing paper filing system to maintain precise records for over 1000 employees, including terminated and active.

Recruiting Manager

Robert Half
Rutherford, NJ
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • Coordinated 50+ daily calls and facilitated 10-15 interviews in office on a weekly basis with candidates who specialized in Human Resources, Customer Service, Logistics, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bookkeeping or entry-level backgrounds.
  • Generated a pipeline of new candidates passively or actively seeking new opportunities using Salesforce, Indeed, CareerBuilder, LinkedIn and connecting with referrals for recruitment of new talent for full-time permanent opportunities.
  • Assessed candidates on technical and soft skills, aligning them with ideal roles.
  • Coached candidates with interview and resume writing techniques, leading to successfully career placements. Continued to maintain a supportive relationship throughout their 90-day onboarding experience with our clients.
  • Developed new business relationships and clients through marketing calls, client visits, educating new and existing clients on the local market trends and providing salary guides.
  • Conducted reference calls to supervisors and peers.

HR Coordinator

Avis Budget Group
Parsippany, NJ
11.2015 - 01.2019
  • Supported Talent Acquisition through management of new hire packets and generating offer letters. Strategically assisted Talent Management in the consolidation of 100+ offer letters to 16 templates for our recruiting ATS (extend offer letters, hire through eArcu, keep track of process).
  • Managed data entry for Workday including Employee Files, I9’s, LOA/FMLA, Terminations, Bonuses, Safety Reports, etc.
  • Assisted candidates with their application processes by answering questions concerning new hire documents, background checks, I-9 forms and overseeing drug screening paperwork.
  • Provided an enhanced onboarding experience to acclimate new hires reporting to our Corporate HQ by conducting on site new hire Orientation and tours.
  • Led the Internship Program of 18-35 students; overseeing the entire life cycle of onboarding and exit interviews, calendar management of team meetings, events, and lunch-and-learns with C-Level Executives.
  • Monitored employees' timecards concerning payroll accuracy regarding FMLA/LOA/STD, terminations, or requests for live checks for employees missing hours using EV5.
  • Conducted Exit interviews and maintained termination Checklists (collected assets, terminate access via email, closed out eTime ADP).
  • Supported Benefits team in conducting Union Billing Report audits aligned with regulations for three distinct unions regarding Medical, Dental, and Pension
  • Administered Rewards and Recognition program, including technical support, inquiry requests, preparation and processing of service awards letters, U.S. Gross Up reports for Payroll, monthly invoices for charge back allocations, and distributions of Quarterly point cards.
  • Collaborated with educational institutions on contract renewals and onsite events while advising employees on Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Served as a primary point of contact for general HR related inquiries.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Communication; minor in Psychology

William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ
05.2015

Associate’s Degree - Liberal Arts

Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ
08.2013

Skills

  • Core Competencies: Basic Labor Laws (ADA, FMLA, PWFA, I-9 E-Verify) Customer Service, Effective Communication, Employee Relations, Employee Life Cycle, Time Management, Multitasking, Planning/Organizing, Problem Solving, HR Policies and Procedures Interpretation, Talent acquisition, Onboarding and orientation
  • HRIS Management Systems: ADP, ADP eTime, EV5, TAM, WFN, DocuSign, eArcu ATS, Salesforce, SAP SuccessFactors, Sterling – Veritable Screening, Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter
  • Technical Skills: MS Suite, VLOOKUP function, Pivot Tables, Data evaluation

Internship Experience

  • HR Generalist Intern
  • Avis Budget Group, 6 Sylvan Way Parsippany, NJ 07054
  • 05/19/2014 – 08/08/2014

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Elementary

Certification

  • Certification of Training FMLA, ADA, And PWFA Compliance
  • Micro HR: Employee Relations & Employee Life Cycle
  • Micro HR: Employment

Affiliations

Powerlifting

  • 1st place - 2023 - 825 lbs Total
  • 1st place - 2024 - 840 lbs Total
  • 1st place - 2024 - 865 lbs Total - State Record Holder

Timeline

People Solutions Consultant II

Valley National Bank
02.2023 - 06.2025

HR Generalist II

SESI Consulting Engineers
03.2021 - 02.2023

HR Specialist

Paris Baguette America
04.2020 - 01.2021

Recruiting Manager

Robert Half
07.2019 - 04.2020

HR Coordinator

Avis Budget Group
11.2015 - 01.2019

Bachelor’s Degree - Communication; minor in Psychology

William Paterson University

Associate’s Degree - Liberal Arts

Bergen Community College

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