Karlina Wilkinson
Human Resource Specialist
Chico,CA
Summary
Methodical and versatile Human Resources Specialist with 10 years of hands-on experience in consulting sales-related organizations. Proficiency in compliance with policy and employment laws and internal protocol. In-depth knowledge of employee management, training program implementation and HR operational efficiency strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Human Resources Analyst
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Recommended process improvements to continually identify, analyze and fix constraints and challenges.
- Organized system operating procedures to strengthen controls.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes and talent management.
- Maintained work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for positions.
- Identified clear connections between policies and business results to eliminate or reduce confusion and help employees achieve goals.
- Helped solve diverse program problems with in-depth analysis.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Performed budget analysis to control expenditures and predict future budget needs.
- Synthesized current business intelligence data to produce reports and polished presentations, highlighting findings and recommending changes.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Performed budget management to review estimated with actual results and set realistic targets.
- Helps staff and faculty with interpreting and implementing complex HR policies across the college
- Utilizing strong and open communication skills to navigate difficult situations while demonstrating critical thinking skills to develop recommendations
Human Resources and Payroll Administrator
Costco Wholesale Corp
Chico, CA
01.2013 - 08.2021
- Responsible for interpreting and applying complex human resources policy and procedure
- Aids in training and development as well as employee relations
- Effectively utilized interpersonal communication skills to interact with individuals of varying backgrounds to interpret complex procedures, resolve sensitive situations and provide guidance
- Successfully implemented a benefit and leave program in accordance with company policy and state law for employees
- Aided management in recruitment and developing an effective training program for new employees.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes.
- Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staff.
- Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits and other details.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Oversaw exit interviews and off-boarding process for resigned and terminated employees.
- Addressed employee conflicts with appropriate urgency, following all corporate procedures.
- Managed benefits enrollment by answering questions and aiding employees with login details.
- Oversaw hiring, staffing and labor law compliance.
- Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts and corporate policies.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
- Directed and controlled 401K, medical, dental and vision benefit packages.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish and Bilingual Liberal Studies
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA 09.2009 - 01.2014
Skills
Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPointundefined
Timeline
Human Resources Analyst
University of California, Davis
08.2021 - Current
Human Resources and Payroll Administrator
Costco Wholesale Corp
01.2013 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish and Bilingual Liberal Studies
California State University - Chico
09.2009 - 01.2014
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