Jennifer Garcia De La Garza
Guymon,OK
Summary
Accomplished professional with several years of experience leading human resources operations. Well-versed in employment laws, performance appraisals, salary structure and benefits program management. Seasoned expert at protecting company interests and building successful office culture to promote employee retention and performance. Additionally, a strategic professional in human resources management known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in talent acquisition, employee relations, immigration, maintaining a harmonious relationship with Union, and performance management. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Immigration Specialist
Seaboard Foods, LLC
Guymon, OK
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained current knowledge of changes in immigration policies, procedures, and law.
- Assessed qualifications of non -immigrants applying for visas based on eligiblity set forth by US Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Department of State.
- Assisted in the preparation of immigration forms including petitions and applications.
- Answered inquiries from clients regarding the progress of their cases.
- Monitored changing trends in immigration law developments at the state level.
- Collected and organized documents, such as birth certificates, passports, visas, marriage certificates, affidavits of support, and other evidence for review.
- Coordinated with government agencies to facilitate visa processing times.
- Reviewed and evaluated immigration applications to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Translated immigration documents to explain relevance to potential residents.
- Collaborated with interested parties to share information on permanent residence and visa processing.
- Gathered required immigration application documents and assisted with filing.
- Processed visa and immigration services with accurate and complete applications.
Human Resources Manager
Seaboard Foods
Guymon, OK
12.2014 - 08.2021
- Drafted compensation packages that are competitive based on the current wage scale determined by the band level and job description of the role.
- Resolved conflicts between different departments or personnel using sound judgment to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff by conducting regular meetings to discuss concerns or suggestions.
- Maintained employee records in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements.
- Provided guidance on labor law compliance issues such as FMLA, ADA, Title VII.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.
- Identified, screened and interviewed potential employees.
- Created job postings, tracked applicants and maintained applicant database.
- Reviewed job descriptions regularly to ensure accuracy of duties assigned to each position.
- Evaluated current HR processes and recommended changes when necessary to improve efficiency.
- Investigated employee relations matters through interviews with involved parties to ensure a fair resolution.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Conducted background checks and reference checks of prospective employees.
- Investigated workplace issues with professionalism and sensitivity and detailed incidents in reports to senior executives.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.
- Suggested promotions and wage increases according to employee performance.
- Helped with employee transfers and referrals.
- Scheduled meetings with employees to address concerns and grievances.
- Liaised between management and employees by relaying work information, adjustments and grievances.
- Handled employee discipline and termination to address policy infractions.
Quality Assurance Technician
Seaboard Foods
Guymon, OK
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Supported internal audits by verifying accuracy of documents against actual conditions.
- Provided training on proper inspection techniques to other members of the team.
- Ensured that all products meet customer requirements prior to shipping.
Human Resource Specialist
Seaboard Foods
Guymon, OK
12.2010 - 10.2012
- Prepared reports related to HR activities such as turnover rate analysis, absenteeism rate.
- Provided guidance to managers on disciplinary action and performance management.
- Maintained confidential personnel files in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Drafted offer letters and employment contracts according to company guidelines.
- Conducted investigations into workplace complaints or grievances raised by employees.
- Conducted exit interviews with departing employees to identify areas of improvement in the organization.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience.
- Managed recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, and interviews, ensuring timely and efficient hiring.
- Worked cross-functionally to optimize efficiency and execute on HR business processes.
- Prepared or maintained employment records using human resources management system software.
- Handled all the grievance process for upper HR management for resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice: Department of Homeland Security
Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampshire01-2025
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Problem-solving abilities
- Presentation abilities
- Delegation and Supervision
- Interviewing techniques
- Compliance Monitoring
- Critical thinking abilities
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational skills
- Internal Communications
- Talent Acquisition
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Immigration Specialist
Seaboard Foods, LLC
08.2021 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Seaboard Foods
12.2014 - 08.2021
Quality Assurance Technician
Seaboard Foods
10.2012 - 12.2014
Human Resource Specialist
Seaboard Foods
12.2010 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice: Department of Homeland Security
Southern New Hampshire University
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