Ibette Tovar
Balch Springs,TX
Summary
Human Resources professional with over 13 years of comprehensive experience in human resources, specializing in payroll processing, compliance, and benefits administration. Demonstrates expertise in HRIS systems and bilingual communication, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Committed to leveraging strategic planning and Microsoft Office proficiency to drive innovative HR solutions and enhance employee relations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Assistant
Cityscape Schools
06.2024 - Current
- Manage onboarding by gathering necessary documentation and ensuring new employees are integrated into Skyward
- Handle employee separations, including removing access to systems, and ensuring final payments for employees who are separating
- Collect and verify data needed to process payroll accurately, such as timesheets, leave balances, and changes in compensation
- Run background checks through FACT Clearinghouse: Conduct background checks for new hires to ensure compliance with school policies and regulations
- Use Calendly to organize meetings, interviews, or onboarding sessions efficiently
- Sort through applicants and send them to appropriate supervisors from Jobvite and Indeed: Screen applications and forward qualified candidates to the appropriate hiring managers
- Respond to requests for employment verification from external parties such as banks or government agencies
- Plan and execute events and celebrations within the office to maintain a positive work culture
- Input and update information related to employee benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks, to ensure accurate records and facilitate benefits administration
Assistant Director of HR/Benefits
A+ Charter Schools, Inc.
09.2012 - 06.2024
- Managed all district benefits for 600 employees
- Administered the Frontline System Manage Frontline system, (entering absences, updating clock in/out times, processing new hires, creating barcodes, running time reports, and generating new hire badges)
- Monitored employee attendance data
- Processed monthly absence deductions and submitted them to payroll for processing
- Handled all unemployment claims with Texas Workforce
- Communicated with employees regarding their benefits inquiries
- Worked closely with the Payroll Department on new hires and terminations
- Processed accident claims for employees injured on the job (Worker’s Compensation)
- Tracked worker’s compensation claims
- Processed FMLA and disability claims
- Assisted in the development of the employee handbook and other department communications
- Managed medical coverage for child support cases
- Ran weekly reports for FFenroll on employees adding or dropping coverage
- Generated all district at-will agreements
- Processed 1095 forms for all district employees and filed the Employer Form 1094 electronic transmittal annually
- Participated in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of HR rules, regulations, and practices
- Provided assistance in resolving grievances
- Represented the district at job fairs to recruit personnel
- Assisted in analyzing compensation data to develop comprehensive salary ranges for new and existing positions, ensuring alignment with industry standards and organizational goals
- Collaborated with leadership to design tailored compensation packages, incorporating benefits, bonuses, and long-term incentives to attract and retain top talent
- Supported strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing workforce planning and enhancing employee satisfaction through competitive compensation strategies
- Translated documents as needed
- Reviewed and handled Tuition Reimbursements
- Managed the yearly E-Rate process
- Retrieved and processed incoming mail, ensuring timely date stamping of documents
- Entered requisitions, matched invoices with purchase orders (POs), requested POs for non-recurring invoices, reviewed POs, and prepared for data entry
- Processed payments for monthly bills
- Corresponded with clients and vendors via phone, email, mail, or in person
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Prepared and executed check runs
- Calculated employee hours worked, overtime pay, and deductions for monthly payroll
- Reconciled payroll earnings and deductions
- Adjusted quarterly wage reports for districts
- Assisted with yearly open enrollment and benefits administration
- Facilitated TEXNET payments for Teacher Retirement System (TRS) deposits
- Processed electronic funds transfers (EFT) for direct deposits
- Supported the Payroll Director with Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) reporting
Education
Master’s - Business Administration, Emphasis in HR
Texas Women’s University
Denton, TX12.2024
Bachelor’s - Business Administration
Texas Women’s University
Denton, TX12.2023
Associates - Science
Eastfield College
Mesquite, TX05.2020
Skills
- Strategic HR Leadership & Workforce Planning
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Talent Acquisition & Development
- HRIS, Payroll, and Benefits Administration Systems
- HR Systems & Operations Management
- Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
- Policy Development & Implementation
- Leadership & Communication Skills
- Customer & Employee Service Focus
- Confidentiality & Data Management Expertise
- Recruitment Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
HR Assistant
Cityscape Schools
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of HR/Benefits
A+ Charter Schools, Inc.
09.2012 - 06.2024
Master’s - Business Administration, Emphasis in HR
Texas Women’s University
Bachelor’s - Business Administration
Texas Women’s University
Associates - Science
Eastfield College
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