Julissa Hernandez
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Exceptional Human Resources professional with nearly a decade of experience in talent acquisition, employee development, employee relations, and payroll and benefits administration. Proven ability to enhance HR processes and drive a positive impact across key stages of the employee lifecycle.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Manager
FilmRise/Radial Entertainment
Brooklyn , NY
04.2024 - Current
- Partner with the HR Director to develop and enhance processes for: talent acquisition, onboarding and offboarding, performance management, payroll, benefits, employee relations, and compliance across North America
- Lead onboarding; conduct new hire orientation, and execute all onboarding processes
- Manage recruitment for all departments; compile and deploy job postings, screen and interview candidates, complete background and reference checks as well as finalize offers
- Collaborate with senior management to address and resolve employee relations issues
- Manage employee performance including facilitating goal setting, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, as well as recognition and rewards
- Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive productive environment as well as improve office culture
- Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations related to HR management and operations
- Assist with compiling and implementing the DEI plan, participate in quarterly meetings and ensure the executions of activities to achieve DEI Plan goals
HR Generalist
1000Heads
NY, NY
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with the management team to develop and deliver HR initiatives that ensured employees were engaged and motivated, while simultaneously supporting the achievement of business objectives.
- Assisted managers with the annual performance management process, compiling and delivering feedback, individual development plans, as well as team development.
- Collaborated with managers and employees across North America, NY, DC, CA, TX, and CH to address employee relations issues.
- Developed and delivered onboarding activities: new hire orientations, and benefits orientations.
- Conducted 30, 60, and 90-day check-ins to facilitate employee engagement, as well as ensure alignment between individual, team, and organizational goals.
- Regional and global payroll administration: executed all payroll processes.
- Served as the go-to person for employee questions about benefits, such as leave, payroll, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, 401(k) plans, and ensuring that everything follows state and federal laws.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts, such as posting job openings, reviewing resumes and conducting interviews.
HR Coordinator/HR Specialist
VMLY&R
NY, NY
07.2016 - 03.2020
- Supported daily HR operations, including recruitment coordination, new hire onboarding, and employee file management.
- Scheduled interviews, communicated with candidates, and prepared offer letters in collaboration with the recruiting team.
- Maintained accurate employee records in the HRIS and ensured compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
- Assisted with payroll processing by gathering timecard data, updating employee records, and resolving payroll discrepancies.
- Coordinated benefits enrollment, processed life event changes, and addressed employee questions related to benefits and leave.
- Prepared HR reports, supported internal audits, and maintained confidential personnel files.
- Helped plan and execute employee engagement activities and training sessions.
- Acted as a point of contact for general HR inquiries, providing timely and professional support to employees and managers.
Education
Bachelor's - Business Administration
Baruch College
New YorkSkills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Word Office Suite
- Google Suite
- Expensify
- HRIS software (ADP Workforce Now, SAP HR, TriNet, and PeopleSoft)
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Native
Certification
- SHRM-CP Certification Expected 11/2025
Timeline
HR Manager
FilmRise/Radial Entertainment
04.2024 - Current
HR Generalist
1000Heads
10.2021 - 04.2024
HR Coordinator/HR Specialist
VMLY&R
07.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor's - Business Administration
Baruch College
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