Leah ViCENTE
Human Resources Professional
Ambridge,PA
Summary
Energetic and ambitious HR practitioner focused on creating an engaged culture. Can-do attitude with a passion for helping to develop others. Offers impeccable follow-up, provides advanced communication skills and values an ethical environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Generalist/HR Lead Specialist II
Xpanxion/UST
01.2022 - Current
- Ensure seamless transitions into the organization by conducting new hire orientation sessions and facilitating onboarding activities for both exempt and non-exempt employees.
- Serve as primary Human Resource contact for the Step It Up Program, focusing on minorities and veterans to enhance their technological skillset
- Successfully rolled out an improved onboarding experience for UST by revamping the process which consisted of UAT testing new systems
- Partnered with HR Leadership for the conversion of 100 Xpanxion plus employees to the UST organization
- Investigate employee complaints and conduct interviews with all parties
- Manage and process E-verify checks through Form I-9, ensuring all new hires are legally authorized to work in compliance with federal regulations
- Respond promptly to inquiries from internal staff members regarding employment matters which consist of benefit questions and leave of absence requests
- Facilitate delivery of HR services by establishing and maintaining positive relationships with teams and leadership across organization.
- Collaborate with department heads to tailor compliance training that is specific to the needs of the business
HR Generalist
American Bridge
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Implemented new hire orientation for union/ nonunion (hourly, salary) employees
- Managed benefit administration for multiple plans including health, dental, vision, and 401K with Voya and Lincoln.
- Maintained and updated EEO records including EEO-1 and Vets documentation.
- Conducted thorough investigations and research on management and employee matters
- Maintained compliance with employment laws at federal, state, and local levels.
- Organized staff events such as team building activities, holiday parties.
Oracle Administrator – HR Generalist
LOANCARE
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Processed all internal departmental transfers, job title, location, and coding allocations
- Accurately entered new hire payroll information for multiple locations
- Ensured efficient employee terminations.
HR Generalist
Beemac Trucking
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Conducted full cycle recruitment utilizing ATS and participated in career fairs
- Processed benefit invoices and administration
- Administered employee background checks and drug screenings
- Managed and enhanced employee recognition initiative.
HR Coordinator
Verizon Wireless
06.2013 - 03.2019
- Ensured best in class employee onboarding procedures, including coordination of new hire paperwork/i9
- Delivered face to face and virtual training covering a range of technical and operational and management areas, including but not limited to, new hire orientation and civil treatment for employees
- Served as relationship manager with third party service providers for FML, Disability and Parental Leaves
- Resolved conflicts related to payroll and time off
- Assisted hiring managers in full cycle high volume recruiting
- Posted and sourced resumes on social media and company career pages
- Maintained accurate records through the applicant tracking system
- Fostered partnerships with two and four-year universities to ensure high visibility with potential candidates
- Supported HR department with special invents in multiple locations, including domestic violence, take your child to work day, leadership summits and wellness days.
Business Support
Verizon Wireless
09.2002 - 06.2013
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Processed customer orders, exchanges and returns and kept customers informed about progress.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Strayer University
09.2018
Associate Degree Liberal Arts -
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA06.2001
Skills
- Employee engagement
- HRIS systems (Paycom, Peoplesoft, JDEdwards, Oracle, ADP Workforce Now , Workday, RippleHire, ADP Workforce Manager)
- Training and succession planning
- Benefits administrator
- Employee Onboarding
- New employee orientations
- Termination procedures
- Employee programs
- In-depth knowledge of HR Compliance
- Diversity programs
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
HR Generalist/HR Lead Specialist II
Xpanxion/UST
01.2022 - Current
HR Generalist
American Bridge
01.2021 - 01.2022
Oracle Administrator – HR Generalist
LOANCARE
06.2020 - 12.2020
HR Generalist
Beemac Trucking
07.2019 - 10.2019
HR Coordinator
Verizon Wireless
06.2013 - 03.2019
Business Support
Verizon Wireless
09.2002 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Strayer University
Associate Degree Liberal Arts -
Community College of Beaver County
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