Jody Farland
Tehachapi,CA
Summary
Dynamic Human Resource Specialist II at JT4 LLC with expertise in employee onboarding and records. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiencies through effective communication and meticulous recordkeeping. Skilled in utilizing ADP Recruiting Manager to streamline processes, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in managing over 800 employee files.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resource Specialist II
JT4 LLC
Edwards AFB, CA
11.2022 - Current
- Utilizes ADP recruiting program to schedule interviews and process background checks.
- Facilitates onboarding presentations covering company policies, procedures, and benefits for new hires.
- Audits and processes employee files for new hires and terminations weekly.
- Maintains internal reports for management review.
- Maintains records of leave of absence requests, including short-term disability and parental leave.
- Maintains filing systems for over 800 employee files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Manages calendar coordination for executive leadership team.
- Assisted management with highly confidential matters involving sensitive information.
Travel Coordinator / H.R. Admin. Asst.
Vertex Aerospace - NASA Edward AFB
Edwards, CA
07.2018 - 11.2022
- Spearheaded travel arrangements for management personnel, coordinating logistics for seamless execution of NASA missions.
- Managed payroll processes for travel pay and per diem distribution, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement.
- Executed expense report preparations and reconciliations to align with budgetary expectations.
- Developed comprehensive travel and maintained accurate records of all travel expenses.
- Acted as HR Administrative Assistant, managing employee relations and communication effectively.
- Coordinated onboarding and offboarding processes for employees in compliance with company policies.
- Streamlined coordination between HR and employees, improving communication and response times.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, ensuring quality services and cost-effectiveness.
Area Administrative Assistant
EDF Renewable Services
Rosamond, CA
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Coordinated travel arrangements for management supervisors and technicians to ensure timely attendance at key events.
- Ordered supplies, including technician tools and safety equipment, maintaining adequate inventory levels to support operational needs.
- Created and managed filing systems for safety forms, ensuring easy access to NERC compliance documentation for audits.
- Scheduled training sessions for CPR, first aid, forklift operation, and fire extinguisher use.
- Facilitated new hire orientation and vendor safety orientations.
- Managed uniform requirements for 20 employees across two locations.
- Organized corporate lunches, managerial meetings, and investor breakfasts.
- Conducted semi-annual audits of million-dollar inventory.
Office Manager
E.R. Moore Termite and Pest Control
Tehachapi, CA
05.2009 - 01.2013
- Scheduled and coordinated termite inspections and pest control services to ensure timely service delivery
- Utilized termite-specific software to streamline inspection processes and maintain accurate records
- Reviewed and prepared termite inspection reports for client distribution
- Managed accounts receivable processes
Server / Hostess
The Oaks Restaurant
Tehachapi, CA
05.2006 - 01.2009
- Developed relationships and enhanced dining experiences for community in Bear Valley Springs.
Real Estate Agent Assistant
Jeffery Prestage Coldwell Banker
Tehachapi, CA
04.2005 - 05.2006
- Coordinated open house events, managing logistics to enhance client engagement and showcase properties effectively.
- Assisted in preparing property listings and marketing materials for online platforms.
- Managed daily scheduling for real estate showings and client meetings.
- Completed property listings on real estate program, opened escrows, scheduled reports, and organized files for properties to streamline transaction processes.
Escrow Officer / Asst.
Chicago Title
Tehachapi, CA
09.2004 - 04.2005
- Opened, processed, balanced, and disbursed escrows for refinance, new, and resale homes while coordinating with real estate agents, title department, home inspectors, and termite and septic companies to ensure timely ordering and review of reports.
- Prepared and reviewed closing documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared legal documents such as Grant Deeds, Interspousal Deeds, and Powers of Attorney, and reviewed title policies to identify and remove non-transferable items, ensuring clear and marketable titles.
- Facilitated closing transactions for residential and commercial properties.
- Coordinated with lenders, real estate agents, and clients throughout the process.
Office Manager
Golden State Investors
Tehachapi, CA
04.2003 - 09.2004
- Coordinated daily office operations for pest control services, ensuring seamless workflow and client satisfaction.
- Managed scheduling and dispatching of service technicians efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and service requests to support service quality and responsiveness.
- Managed Real Property Default Program, locating and preparing documentation for owners to acquire real estate properties.
Consultant
Mary Kay Cosmetics
Tehachapi, CA
02.2000 - 06.2003
- Executed marketing strategies via telephone calls, fostering new business ideas and strengthening relationships with existing customers.
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and preferences.
- Coordinated product launches and promotional events across various regions.
- Developed training materials for new consultants and team members.
Escrow Officer
Hallmark Escrow
Irvine, CA
07.1991 - 05.1995
- Executed the full process of escrow management by organizing documents, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and disbursing settlement statements and funds accurately.
- Managed escrow funds exceeding $1,000,000.00 with precision and care.
- Collaborated with another escrow office to manage full unit responsibilities, from initiating sale escrows to ensuring accurate closing balances for all sales and refinances.
- Established professional relationships with real estate agents, lenders, and contractors to facilitate seamless escrow closings.
- Assisted escrow managers with full sale desk tasks, including 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange, preparation of private trust deeds and notes, and trust accounting documentation.
- Including 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange and investor clients.
Education
Certification - Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Administrative
Mexican American Opportunity Foundation
Bakersfield, CA06-2018
Business
Cypress College
Cypress, CA01-1987
High School Diploma -
El Cajon, Foothills Adult School
El Cajon, CA01-1984
Skills
- ADP Recruiting Manager
- UltiPro
- Concur Solutions
- Document management
- Compliance auditing
- Employee onboarding
- New hire onboarding
- Termination documentation
- Hiring documentation
- Employee surveys
- Recordkeeping management
- Report preparation skills
- Project management
- Process optimization
- Federal travel regulations
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Scheduling coordination
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- HR consultation
- Active listening skills
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Report preparation skills
Volunteer Experience
- Hosted, planned and organized a Woman's Retreat - based on the book Emotionally Healthy Woman by Geri Scarrzero
- Stallion Springs Community Church, Marriage ministry - Coordinated a group of 30 people 15 couples; 4 leader couples (8 individuals) with preparation of an agenda for each week, including worship music; speakers and topics; led a marriage group of 10 other individuals with my husband in leading them to a healthier marriage and guided the groups into Teams to continue our meeting during Covid, Added an additional marriage outreach via online during Covid for approximately a dozen couples., Children's Ministries, Woman's Bible Study Leader, Greeter, Praise Team, Greeter
- Christian Life Assembly Church - Tehachapi, Greeter
Training
Fundamentals of Human Resources Management, 03/01/24
Small Business
Create and built crafts to sell at local craft fairs, 01/01/22, 12/31/23, Scheduling Events with hosts between full time career and part time business, Budgeting finances for events with two business accounts
Clearance
Secret Clearance, 12/01/22
Certification
Typing Certificate of 55 wpm
Timeline
Human Resource Specialist II
JT4 LLC
11.2022 - Current
Travel Coordinator / H.R. Admin. Asst.
Vertex Aerospace - NASA Edward AFB
07.2018 - 11.2022
Area Administrative Assistant
EDF Renewable Services
01.2013 - 08.2017
Office Manager
E.R. Moore Termite and Pest Control
05.2009 - 01.2013
Server / Hostess
The Oaks Restaurant
05.2006 - 01.2009
Real Estate Agent Assistant
Jeffery Prestage Coldwell Banker
04.2005 - 05.2006
Escrow Officer / Asst.
Chicago Title
09.2004 - 04.2005
Office Manager
Golden State Investors
04.2003 - 09.2004
Consultant
Mary Kay Cosmetics
02.2000 - 06.2003
Escrow Officer
Hallmark Escrow
07.1991 - 05.1995
Certification - Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Administrative
Mexican American Opportunity Foundation
Business
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
El Cajon, Foothills Adult School