Loreta Zvinklyte
Roseville,CA
Summary
Driven and decisive HR professional with 5+ years of experience managing leave of absence and general HR practices to deliver compliance, personnel communication and workforce programs. Experienced in recruitment and retention, staff training and development and complex problem resolution. Develops and implements HR strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business strategy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Leave of Absence Consultant
OneDigital Inc.
Pleasanton, CA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted market research to identify trends and customer needs.
- Developed and implemented new client portfolios to facilitate business growth.
- Organized meetings between stakeholders to discuss project details and timelines.
- Created reports and other documentation for stakeholders.
- Provided recommendations based on data analysis results.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements across the organization.
- Processed paperwork for FMLA, CFRA, ADA, Workers' Compensation and other types of leave of absences.
- Assisted employees with their leave of absence requests, including providing information on the process and requirements.
- Drafted letters to employees confirming their eligibility for leave of absence benefits.
- Provided guidance to managers on how to handle employee's return from a leave of absence.
- Maintained databases related to employee's leaves of absences, including tracking duration, type, status and reason for each leave request.
- Collaborated with Human Resources department in order to ensure that all necessary documents are completed accurately prior to granting an employee's request for a leave.
- Conducted research and analysis of market trends, customer behaviors, and competitive landscape.
Benefits Specialist
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Foster City, CA
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Processed benefit enrollment forms, changes, and terminations.
- Researched and resolved employee inquiries regarding benefits programs.
- Maintained records of employee taking leave of absence, generated reports.
- Processed letters for FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation and other types of leave of absences.
- Provided guidance to managers on how to handle employee's return from a leave of absence.
- Maintained databases related to employee's leaves of absences, including tracking duration, type, status and reason for each leave request.
- Participated in meetings between managers and employees seeking information regarding their rights under different types of leaves.
- Maintained LOA records using human resources management system software.
Integrated Claims Examiner
Matrix Absence Management Inc.
Santa Clara, CA , CA
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Drafted letters to employees confirming their eligibility for leave of absence benefits.
- Processed paperwork for FMLA, CFRA, PFL, ADA, Workers' Compensation and other types of leave of absences.
- Recommended appropriate actions based on review findings including denial or approval of benefits payments.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding claims status in a timely manner.
- Adhered strictly to company standards when evaluating cases for payment authorization.
- Provided guidance to managers on how to handle employee's return from a leave of absence.
- Maintained databases related to employee's leaves of absences, including tracking duration, type, status and reason for each leave request.
- Reviewed existing policies related to leaves in order to identify areas where improvements could be made.
HR Operations Associate
Satellite Healthcare Inc.
San Jose, CA
12.2017 - 10.2018
- Compiled employee records such as personal information, attendance, benefits, performance reviews, and terminations.
- Coordinated payroll data including hours worked, overtime, vacation time tracking, garnishments and deductions for employees on LOA.
- Responded to inquiries from employees regarding various human resources issues such as benefits eligibility or policy interpretation.
- Prepared reports related to LOA tracking.
- Audited LOA case activity.
- Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations for LOA administration.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to employee, customer, vendor inquiries, and directed customers to the appropriate department or personnel.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing documents, preparing reports, and updating databases.
HR Assistant
Heartland Hospice
Santa Clara, CA
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted in the recruitment and interviewing process by scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, and providing administrative support to hiring managers.
- Conducted employment verification and background investigation to facilitate hiring process.
- Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
- Processed onboarding paperwork for new hires and rehires.
- Responded to inquiries from employees regarding various human resources issues such as benefits eligibility or policy interpretation.
- Conducted job applicant background checks in accordance with policy and procedures.
- Developed and maintained training materials and benefits packets for new hires.
- Gathered employee records such as personal information, attendance, benefits, performance reviews, and terminations.
- Processed employee status changes, keeping human resources systems and employee records up to date.
- Processed payroll data including hours worked, overtime approval, vacation time tracking, garnishments and deductions.
- Coordinated with department heads to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Ensured that employees received proper training on safety regulations and other relevant information necessary for their job duties.
- Drafted letters of offer to new hires outlining terms of employment.
- Reviewed and processed payroll-related actions to drive data accuracy and comply with company policy and federal and state regulations.
- Issued company devices: laptops, phones, phoebes, name tags.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management
University of California - Santa Cruz
Santa Clara, CA06-2016
Associate of Arts - Sociology and International Business
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA07-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Education And Psychology
Klaipeda University
Klaipeda, Lithuania 06-2000
Skills
- Full -cycle Talent Acquisition
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Compensation and benefits administration
- Policies Implementation
- Training, compliance, license verification
- HR Information Systems
- Employee Onboarding
- HRIS Systems
- Payroll and Benefits Administration
Timeline
Leave of Absence Consultant
OneDigital Inc.
05.2021 - 01.2022
Benefits Specialist
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
11.2020 - 03.2021
Integrated Claims Examiner
Matrix Absence Management Inc.
10.2018 - 10.2020
HR Operations Associate
Satellite Healthcare Inc.
12.2017 - 10.2018
HR Assistant
Heartland Hospice
03.2016 - 11.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management
University of California - Santa Cruz
Associate of Arts - Sociology and International Business
Foothill College
Bachelor of Arts - Education And Psychology
Klaipeda University