Iliana Rodas
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills. Well-qualified HR professional with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
People Operations Specialist
Tacombi / Vista Hermosa
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Ensured company compliance with labor laws and regulations through diligent monitoring and proactive policy updates.
- Collaborated closely with department managers to address employee relations issues effectively and fairly.
- Managed benefits administration tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations.
- Spearheaded onboarding initiatives that helped new hires acclimate quickly to the company culture and expectations.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions between employees when necessary, resulting in improved workplace harmony.
- Evaluated current policies and procedures for best practices in human resources management which led to improved organizational functioning.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Recruitment Manager
Pinehurst Resort & Country Club
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Streamlined the recruitment process by implementing a centralized applicant tracking system, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate experience.
- Developed comprehensive job descriptions for various positions, attracting high-quality candidates and ensuring a smooth onboarding process.
- Built strong relationships with hiring managers through consistent communication, resulting in better understanding of their needs and more efficient candidate selection.
- Conducted thorough interviews and assessments to identify top talent, ultimately increasing employee retention rates within the company.
- Organized successful recruiting events such as job fairs and campus visits, raising awareness of company culture and career opportunities.
- Implemented diversity initiatives within the recruitment process, resulting in a more inclusive workforce that fosters innovation and collaboration.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation changes, ensuring compliance throughout the hiring process.
- Partnered with external agencies to supplement internal efforts when necessary, expanding talent pool reach while maintaining control over the selection process.
- Optimized onboarding processes by tailoring orientation programs specific to new hire roles, enhancing overall initial experiences with the company.
- Created a positive candidate experience by maintaining transparent communication and providing timely feedback throughout the recruitment process.
- Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications and characteristics of top candidates.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Human Resources Coordinator
Southbound Hospitality
04.2016 - 11.2019
- Enhanced employee engagement by implementing comprehensive HR programs and initiatives.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
- Led recruitment efforts to attract top talent in a competitive job market.
- Improved employee retention with targeted professional development opportunities.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate recordkeeping.
- Coordinated onboarding processes, providing new hires with a smooth transition into the company culture.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas of improvement and offering constructive feedback.
- Supported managers in addressing employee concerns, fostering positive workplace relationships.
- Implemented training programs to enhance employee skillsets, driving productivity improvements across the organization.
- Complied with labor laws and regulations while managing payroll functions efficiently.
- Reduced time-to-hire by streamlining the recruitment process and utilizing effective candidate sourcing techniques.
- Organized corporate events to foster team bonding experiences that contributed to higher camaraderie among staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of employee information using up-to-date human resource databases.
- Championed the development of an updated employee handbook which clarified company policies for all team members.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
Recruitment Coordinator
Sixty Hotels
05.2013 - 09.2016
- Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and improving communication channels.
- Reduced time-to-fill rates by implementing efficient sourcing strategies and prioritizing urgent hiring needs.
- Boosted employer branding by collaborating with marketing teams to create engaging job advertisements and career pages.
- Supported diversity initiatives, ensuring a fair recruitment process for candidates from various backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their requirements and providing tailored talent pipelines.
- Optimized applicant tracking system usage, keeping accurate records of candidate data for future reference.
- Partnered with external agencies when needed to expand the reach of talent pools and improve candidate quality.
- Coordinated training programs for new hires leading to increased performance levels within a shorter timeframe.
- Continuously updated job descriptions and requirements to ensure alignment with evolving company needs, promoting accurate candidate targeting.
- Devised recruiting strategies and implemented through marketing campaigns, grassroots advertising initiatives and innovative presentations.
Human Resources Coordinator
IL Mulino
10.2009 - 02.2013
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
- Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
- Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
- Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts / Restaurant Management
The Art Institute of New York City
New York, NYSkills
- Organizational Development
- Workforce Planning
- Succession Planning
- Internal Communications
- Employee Retention
- Employee Relations
- Talent Acquisition
- Employment law compliance
- Onboarding Processes
- Recruitment
- Employee Handbook Development
- Legal Compliance
- New Employee Orientation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
People Operations Specialist
Tacombi / Vista Hermosa
07.2023 - 03.2024
Recruitment Manager
Pinehurst Resort & Country Club
07.2021 - 04.2023
Human Resources Coordinator
Southbound Hospitality
04.2016 - 11.2019
Recruitment Coordinator
Sixty Hotels
05.2013 - 09.2016
Human Resources Coordinator
IL Mulino
10.2009 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts / Restaurant Management
The Art Institute of New York City
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