Talented HR leader with 20 year career overseeing human resources operations, including employee relations, organizational structuring and policy development. Well-versed in benefits administration and legal compliance. Forward-thinking with superior problem-solving, conflict management and organizational skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
People Operations Manager
Kaspien, Inc (aka etailz)
Spokane Valley, WA
01.2020 - Current
Partnered with stakeholders to strategize and execute best-in-class hiring practices.
Provided guidance to managers regarding best practices in recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, and development of staff members.
Partnered with stakeholders to strategize and execute best-in-class hiring practices.
Implemented strategies to increase retention rates by providing competitive benefits packages.
Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
Conducted performance reviews, salary surveys and job evaluations to maintain competitive compensation levels.
Designed strategies to promote organizational growth by identifying high potential employees and developing their skillsets.
Oversaw payroll processes including time tracking systems, benefits administration and tax filing requirements.
Facilitated change management projects by providing support during periods of transition or restructuring.
Sr. Human Resources Specialist
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
Santa Ana, CA
05.2007 - 07.2019
Developed and maintained HRIS tables, reports, interfaces, and data integrity.
Participated in testing activities prior to releasing new functionality and updates into production environment.
Assisted in the design of user interface for employee self-service applications.
Maintained confidential personnel files in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Developed compensation plans including salary surveys, job evaluations, bonus plans.
Provided technical support to users of various HRIS systems.
Analyzed complex business problems and developed innovative solutions using HRIS tools.
Generated ad hoc reports as requested by management team or other departments.
Performed software installation, configuration, testing and maintenance activities for various ADP products.
Conducted training sessions on proper usage of ADP services for end-users.
Human Resources Generalist
Aspen Education Group
Cerritos, CA
09.2004 - 05.2007
Conducted new hire orientation sessions and onboarding activities to ensure successful transition into the organization.
Coordinated employee benefits including health insurance plans, 401k savings plan, vacation and sick leave policies and other programs.
Researched best practices in human resources management to identify areas of improvement within the organization.
Prepared reports related to personnel activity such as turnover rate or hiring process metrics.
Worked on 401(k) administration, FMLA and workers' compensation claims and benefits.
Processed salary changes stemming from merit increases, promotions, bonuses and pay adjustments.
Conducted benefits administration for 500 benefit-eligible employees.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Long Beach State College
Long Beach, CA
Skills
Performance Assessment
Employee Relations
Payroll Administration
Compensation Structuring
Benefits Administration
Compensation and Benefits
Employee Support
Microsoft Office Proficiency
Talent Management
Human Resources Operations
Benefits Programs
Certification
Profession in Human Resources Certification - pending
Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) - Professional Member