Jessica Weaver
Houston,Texas
Summary
Resourceful professional in law enforcement known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and documentation accuracy. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork to achieve goals in high-pressure environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Officer
USCIS, U.S. Citizenship Immigration Service
Houston, Texas
07.2023 - Current
- Investigated potential fraud cases involving false claims made by individuals seeking to enter the U.S. illegally.
- Analyzed complicated cases involving multiple countries or jurisdictions requiring extensive research into respective policies and procedures.
- Reviewed and visas, passports and immigration applications to verify adherence to requirements.
- Conducted interviews with applicants to assess their eligibility for entry into the United States.
- Attended hearings before an Immigration Judge representing government interests while presenting evidence relating to removal proceedings against aliens living in the U.S. illegally.
- Interpreted applicable statutes, executive orders, regulations, policies and procedures related to immigration law.
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Department of Commerce (Census)
Buffalo, New York
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Full cycle life recruitment of personnel
- Managed the diversity and inclusion branch of our agency
- Participating in numerous trainings to develop leadership skills
- Evaluated and revised external processes to reduce cost and increase efficiency
- Developed and built pipeline for open positions through sourcing and recruiting both passive and active candidates
- Handled EEOC claims, worker's compensation claims, and unemployment claims and hearings
- Administered employee benefits and worked with providers to facilitate accurate and updated information
- Conducted enrollment meetings and advised personnel on eligibility, application and conditions of benefit programs
- Oversaw preparation of new hire paperwork and managed on-boarding process
- Addressed employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns
- Provided management with information and training related to interviewing, performance appraisals, counseling techniques and documentation of performance issues
- Prepared and maintained employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, and promotions, used human resources management system software
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations
- Informed job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities
- Maintained current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Performed searches for qualified job candidates, using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, recruiting firms, and employee referrals
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Department of Interior (USFWS)
Basom, New York
10.2011 - 10.2018
- Managed employee lifecycle processes by handling onboarding, employee performance and discipline tasks
- Maintained records and compiled statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals and absenteeism rates
- Prepared and followed budgets for personnel operations
- Supervised and coordinated work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations and employee relations
- Served as link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Department of Homeland Security (USCIS)
Buffalo, New York
02.2009 - 10.2011
- Due to Federal Budget Sequestration, office was downsized significantly
- Full cycle life recruitment of personnel
- Managed human resource aspects of department including hiring, retention, terminations, and recruitment
- Trained new employees and walked them through a thorough orientation process
- Initiate security clearance checks in accordance with all applicable DHS/USCIS laws and policies
- Oversaw evaluation, classification and rating of occupations and job positions
- Advised managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment and recommended needed changes
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Internal Revenue Service
Cheektowaga, New York
10.1998 - 02.2009
- Full cycle life recruitment of personnel
- Trained and developed new hire employees
- Developed training materials and administered relevant training to new employees
- Engaged in large networking events to recruit potential employees
- Utilized social media to recruit and promote IRS vacancies
- Developed organization strategies by identifying and researching human resources issues; contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to organization strategic thinking and direction; establishing human resources objectives in line with organizational objectives
- Implemented human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, AA/EEO compliance, and labor relations
- Managed human resources operations by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining staff; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing staff job contributions; maintaining compensation; determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies; designing systems; accumulating resources; resolving problems; implementing change
Education
BACHELORS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - HUMAN RESOURCES AND MARKETING
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALABAMA01.2018
ASSOCIATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - HUMAN RESOURCES AND MARKETING
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALABAMA, USSkills
- Employee Relations
- Customer Service
- PeopleSoft
- Change Management
- ATS
- Project Management
- File And Records Management
- Staff Development
- Personnel Engagement
- Talent Management
- Performance Management
- New Employee Orientation
- Compensation And Benefits
- Payroll Processing
- Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Employment Law Knowledge
- Termination Procedures
- ADP Workforce Now
- Policy Implementation
- FMLA Comprehension
- Interviewing Expertise
- In-Depth Knowledge Of HR Compliance
- Diversity Programs
- Analytical And Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Mentoring
- Offboarding
- Boolean
- Cultural awareness
- Background checks
- Interview techniques
- Immigration interviews
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Immigration Officer
USCIS, U.S. Citizenship Immigration Service
07.2023 - Current
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Department of Commerce (Census)
09.2018 - 09.2022
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Department of Interior (USFWS)
10.2011 - 10.2018
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Department of Homeland Security (USCIS)
02.2009 - 10.2011
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Internal Revenue Service
10.1998 - 02.2009
BACHELORS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - HUMAN RESOURCES AND MARKETING
Columbia Southern University
ASSOCIATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - HUMAN RESOURCES AND MARKETING
Columbia Southern University