Kirsten Wahid
Highland,CA
Summary
Experienced HR professional with 2+ years in HR and 5+ years in administration. Proven ability to develop strong interpersonal and organizational skills in collaborative and dynamic environments. Specializes in employee relations and talent management, with a focus on compliance and strategic HR initiatives. Seeking new opportunity to leverage these skills, drive impactful results, and foster growth in a fresh and challenging field.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Specialist
Kohl's E-Fulfillment Center
11.2022 - Current
- Provide administrative, operational, and technical HR support to ensure smooth day-to-day human resource functions ensuring 100% compliance with state requirements
- Serve as the primary point of contact for hourly associates, escalating issues when necessary
- Analyze, research, and resolve issues independently by applying sound judgment to solve complex HR-related problems
- Facilitate and assists executives and hourly associates with Annual Open Enrollment for benefits selection
- Answer and provide guidance on topics such as Leave of Absence (LOA) FMLA, CFRA, PDL, Military Leaves, ADA accommodations, Workers' Compensation (WC), payroll, time off, and benefits
- Interpret and communicate company policies, procedures, and regulations for exempt and nonexempt employees
- Ensure accuracy in data entry for timekeeping and scheduling systems, including managing aspects such as gross pay, overtime, final pay, and shift differentials. Process payroll exceptions and perform timecard audits as necessary.
- Resolve employee complaints regarding payroll discrepancies, attendance issues and policy questions in a timely manner
- Process and manage employee data changes, promotions and terminations ensuring compliance with California state requirements
- Handle unemployment claims via Equifax and act as an employer witness during legal hearings
- Post internal job openings, schedule interviews, and oversee pre-employment processes, including drug screenings and background checks
- Collaborate with departments to improve operational efficiency, such as Loss Prevention, IT, and Maintenance to provide administrative support to Operations management on scheduling, building rosters, and employee relations
- Lead and facilitate new hire orientation, ensuring proper onboarding, I-9 verification, and HIRS entry for 1600 - 2000 new hires during peak season
- Supervise and coach a team of 12+ Q4 Seasonal HR Assistants during peak hiring, ensuring successful onboarding classes and smooth operations in front HR tasks
- Maintain accurate personnel files and HR records, ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal standards
- Proactively take on additional projects outside of HR responsibilities to support other business functions
- Maintained confidentiality
- Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database
SOAR Summer Class Instructor
Redlands Christian Schools
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Planned and instructed multi grade level STEM courses and oversaw 15+ students during lab time
- Created and maintained a safe environment for students to explore STEM concepts
Extended Care Supervisor
Redlands Christian Schools
07.2016 - 06.2022
- Supervised staff of 8-10, managed activities for 150+ students, and maintained a financial budget for the program
- Communicated and collaborated with companies to set up field trips including transportation
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and student accounts
- Maintained the student registration, emergency and records
- Developed and distributed schedules to staff
- Oversaw new employees through training and mentoring
- Observed, instructed, guided and conducted bi-annual evaluations for Extended Care Staff
- Lead Zoom meetings with staff
- Developed and implemented curriculum for camps during school breaks
- Designed brochures, reviewed product needs, ordered supplies to conduct day camps
One to One Aide
Walden Family Ministries
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Applied ABA techniques for student success in communication with peers and staff
Owner/Operator
Wahid Family Child Care
03.2006 - 07.2014
- Operated an In Home Daycare for 8-10 children
Education
Diploma -
Rim of The World High School
Lake Arrowhead, CAAssociate of Science - Organizational Leadership
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE06.2026
Skills
- Escalation resolution
- Employee supervision
- Onboarding process
- Employee relations
- Presentations
- Recruitment
- Unemployment claims
- HR policies
- Benefits administration
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Specialist
Kohl's E-Fulfillment Center
11.2022 - Current
SOAR Summer Class Instructor
Redlands Christian Schools
07.2022 - 07.2022
Extended Care Supervisor
Redlands Christian Schools
07.2016 - 06.2022
One to One Aide
Walden Family Ministries
04.2014 - 06.2016
Owner/Operator
Wahid Family Child Care
03.2006 - 07.2014
Diploma -
Rim of The World High School
Associate of Science - Organizational Leadership
Wilmington University
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