Kimberly Macaluso
Human Resources Professional
Lindenhurst,NY
Summary
Dynamic Benefits Program Partner with over 10 years of comprehensive HR experience specializing in strategic benefits administration and program management. Proven expertise in designing, executing, and optimizing healthcare and supplemental benefits programs—from open enrollment through vendor management and change initiatives. Adept at leveraging HRIS systems and data analytics to drive impactful decision-making, with a passion for fostering a superior employee experience in fast-paced, agile environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Senior Associate
Prospect Capital
New York, New York
11.2021 - Current
- Strategic Open Enrollment & Healthcare Benefits:
Led and managed three successful open enrollment periods for 150+ employees, ensuring seamless execution, clear communication, and enhanced employee understanding of benefit offerings. - Program Design & Change Management:
Designed and implemented a strategic framework for healthcare and voluntary benefits, aligning new program offerings with market benchmarks and driving improved employee engagement. - Vendor & HRIS Optimization:
Introduced a suite of voluntary benefits within a 6‑week timeframe by coordinating with external vendors and leveraging advanced HRIS analytics (ADP Workforce Now, BambooHR) to generate actionable insights for strategic decision-making. - Cross-Functional Collaboration & Compliance:
Partnered with executive leadership, finance, legal, and communications teams to drive change management initiatives—including the successful transition from Paychex to ADP Workforce Now—ensuring robust compliance and seamless benefit reporting across a multi-entity organization. - Advisory Role:
Acted as a trusted advisor on personnel policies, legal compliance, and organizational development, contributing to a holistic, employee-centric benefits strategy.
Human Resources Specialist
Ennead Architects
New York, New York
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Executed full-cycle onboarding for 70 remote hires, streamlining integration and fostering a cohesive organizational culture during the pandemic.
- Administered comprehensive benefits programs and maintained HRIS accuracy, ensuring timely, effective communication of benefits information.
- Developed and deployed strategic HR communications to support benefit enrollment, wellness initiatives, and DEI programs.
Junior Designer
Grisoro Designs
New York, NY
03.2017 - 03.2018
Design Assistant
Heather Zick Design
New York, NY
03.2017 - 03.2018
Human Resources Coordinator
Furnished Quarters
New York, NY
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to the Director of Human Resources and Payroll Administrator, enhancing departmental efficiency
- Spearheaded end-to-end onboarding process, encompassing recruitment, screening, interview scheduling, new hire orientation, paperwork processing in HRIS, benefits administration, benefit enrollment presentations, reporting, and introductory period performance evaluations
- Orchestrated monthly company-wide catered breakfasts, utilizing Skype to foster connection and communication across five distinct office locations
Human Resources Assistant
VillageCare of NY
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Served as a front desk receptionist, effectively triaging all incoming calls from the main line to 13 different facilities, while supporting a team of 8 HR professionals and overseeing seasonal interns
- Digitized and managed thousands of confidential documents into digital employee files, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
- Executed all employment verifications, worker's compensation claims, subpoenas, and disability forms while assuring completion and filing of all new hire paperwork
- Managed the execution of at least 3 background checks weekly, and meticulously compiled and documented an average of 30-40 references monthly
Education
Master of Arts - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
New York, NY 08.2014 - 05.2017
BBA - Marketing Management
CUNY Baruch
New York, NY 08.2009 - 05.2014
Skills
Timeline
Human Resources Senior Associate
Prospect Capital
11.2021 - Current
Human Resources Specialist
Ennead Architects
02.2020 - 11.2021
Junior Designer
Grisoro Designs
03.2017 - 03.2018
Design Assistant
Heather Zick Design
03.2017 - 03.2018
Master of Arts - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
08.2014 - 05.2017
Human Resources Coordinator
Furnished Quarters
09.2012 - 03.2014
Human Resources Assistant
VillageCare of NY
01.2011 - 08.2012
BBA - Marketing Management
CUNY Baruch
08.2009 - 05.2014