Leah Simon
Katy
Summary
Goal-oriented and hardworking Human Resources Specialist with 7 years of experience in analyzing company needs and developing long-term solutions to meet personnel objectives. Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, training and payroll management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations. Detail-oriented team player with strong communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. The mission is to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal, time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army Reserve
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained over 200+ personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
Human Resources Administrator
United States Army Active Duty
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits, and other details.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
- Administered performance evaluations to provide constructive feedback and identify ideal candidates for promotion.
- Managed employee data and privacy to keep employee data confidential per organizational privacy policies.
- Addressed employee conflicts with appropriate urgency, following all corporate procedures.
- Managed payroll and timekeeping to track hours and accurately pay employees.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army Active Duty
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
- Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
- Maintained over 200+ personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
- Developed and coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
- Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with external vendors, insurance providers and benefits administrators to establish trust and rapport.
- Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
- Managed and updated employee benefits information.
- Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
- Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.
- Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
- Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay, occupations of new hires and changes in wage rates.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
American Public University
06-2025
High School Diploma -
Northeast Lauderdale High School
Meridian, MS05-2010
Skills
- P>Organizational Development
- P>Analytical and Critical Thinking
- P>Planning and Coordination
- P>Team Building
- P>Training and mentoring
- P>File and records management
- P>Pre-Employment Screening
- P>Contract Negotiation
- P>Microsoft tools
- P>Wages and salary
- P>Talent management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved a stagnation in promotion which led to over 10 personnel being promoted and pay increased.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Certification
Military Payroll Certification
Certifications
04-2017
Personal Information
Title: Human Resources
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army Reserve
12.2022 - Current
Human Resources Administrator
United States Army Active Duty
07.2020 - 12.2022
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army Active Duty
09.2016 - 06.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
American Public University
High School Diploma -
Northeast Lauderdale High School
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