MARISA KING
Claremont,CA
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources professional with extensive experience at Los Angeles Metro, excelling in project management and compliance oversight. Successfully managed $20M in medical contracts and implemented corrective strategies, enhancing clinic performance. Proven ability to train staff and streamline processes, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering strong vendor relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Human Resources Analyst, Drug & Alcohol
Los Angeles Metro
Los Angeles, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Manages 9 medical-related contracts totaling over $20,000,000 and facilitates ongoing vendor relations.
- Drafts comprehensive scope of work, forecasted pricing schedules, and establishes qualifications for RFPs.
- Manages five staff members to achieve optimal program performance and ensure compliance with FTA regulations.
- Facilitates roundtable meetings to assess employee violations and guide disciplinary action.
- Directs special projects focused on recruitment and hiring, medical fitness for duty, and job classification.
Senior Human Resources Analyst, Clinic Project Manager
Los Angeles Metro
Los Angeles, CA
10.2022 - 04.2025
- Launched corrective action strategy for an underperforming clinic, tracking progress for over four months.
- Proposed contract modifications for new drug-testing method, overseeing costs, training, and supplies.
- Determine pre-employment hiring requirements by reviewing over 900 job specifications across the agency.
- Presented a consultant contract to the Board of Directors seeking approval for a $200,000 budget.
- Implemented random testing procedures for employees with previous violations to uphold compliance with substance abuse treatment
Human Resources Assistant, Disability Compliance
Los Angeles Metro
Los Angeles, CA
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Trained and onboarded administrative staff on federal disability laws and company leave policies.
- Developed SOPs for administrative staff to support transition to remote operations.
- Assessed intermittent FMLA requests, verifying medical certification for eligibility and accuracy.
- Granted clearance to employees returning from leave, coordinating with management for smooth reintegration.
Transportation Associate I, Disability Compliance
Los Angeles Metro
Los Angeles, CA
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Calculated and designated FMLA for 40 employees weekly based on attendance records in Microsoft Power BI.
- Utilized Asana to track, screen, and process COVID-19 cases post telehealth exams.
- Scheduled physical exams and drug screenings for medical clearance of safety-sensitive personnel.
- Recorded medical documentation and leave history to monitor employee leave timelines.
- Addressed all leave of absence inquiries from employees and management efficiently.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
California State University, Monterey Bay
Monterey Bay, California05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration; Emphasis in Marketing
University of California, Irvine, The Paul Merage School of Business
Irvine, California06.2020
Skills
- Project management
- Employee training
- Compliance oversight
- Customer relationship management
- Report writing
- Pre-employment screening
Timeline
Principal Human Resources Analyst, Drug & Alcohol
Los Angeles Metro
04.2025 - Current
Senior Human Resources Analyst, Clinic Project Manager
Los Angeles Metro
10.2022 - 04.2025
Human Resources Assistant, Disability Compliance
Los Angeles Metro
03.2022 - 10.2022
Transportation Associate I, Disability Compliance
Los Angeles Metro
03.2021 - 03.2022
Master of Business Administration -
California State University, Monterey Bay
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration; Emphasis in Marketing
University of California, Irvine, The Paul Merage School of Business
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