Natalie Ellis
Boise,Idaho
Summary
Dynamic HR professional and Certified Professional skilled in optimizing HR operations, recruitment, employee relations, and compliance across diverse industries. Expertise includes onboarding, performance evaluations, benefits administration, HRIS management, and policy implementation. Recognized for coaching managers and fostering employee development while effectively influencing leadership to create employee-centric policies that align with organizational goals. Possesses in-depth knowledge of work authorization laws, and HR reporting, ensuring a comprehensive approach to human resources management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Onboarding & Safety Coordinator
Stoneway Electric Supply
09.2025 - Current
- Streamlined onboarding processes to enhance employee integration and retention.
- Developed training materials and resources to support employee orientation and compliance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to warehouse safety regulations and guidelines.
- Monitored warehouse safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations and reducing workplace accidents.
Onboarding Coordinator (Contract)
Albertsons
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Scheduled and coordinated onboarding activities, including orientation sessions, department introductions, and training schedules.
- Oversaw onboarding schedules, monitored key deadlines, and ensured completion of all pre-employment requirements.
- Coordinated with IT, Facilities, and Security to ensure equipment, access, and workspace readiness.
- Worked as the initial point of contact for new employees.
Benefits Coordinator
Boise School District
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Administered employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Assisted with open enrollment processes, enhancing communication and understanding of available options.
- Weekly and month file imports for new employees and midyear changes in order for benefit plans to roll out efficiently.
- Collaborated with IT, Payroll, and other departments to implement HR and payroll systems successfully.
- Analyzed benefit plan performance to optimize cost-effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
Human Resources Generalist
Block 22, LLC
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Facilitated onboarding processes for a workforce of 600 by designing and implementing comprehensive training materials and orientations.
- Managed comprehensive processing of workers' compensation claims to ensure employee assistance and satisfaction during the claims journey.
- Guided managers in navigating complex employee relations issues while ensuring adherence to work authorization regulations.
- Orchestrated monthly and annual management training programs to cultivate leadership skills.
- Advocated for employee-centric policies by influencing leadership in negotiations for benefits and compensation.
- Fostered collaboration and communication with executive leadership, enhancing organizational alignment.
Human Resources and Safety Specialist
Student Transportation of America
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Executed thorough investigations of accidents and incidents to ensure workplace safety.
- Oversaw workers' compensation claims management to ensure adherence to DOT federal regulations.
- Led the development and execution of safety strategies, supervised field evaluations, and managed disciplinary processes to enhance team performance.
- Managed compliance initiatives within driver training department to uphold local and federal legal standards.
- Facilitated monthly safety meetings and oversaw drug testing programs to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
Hiring Coordinator/Driver Trainer
First Student
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Facilitated interview scheduling and conducted candidate assessments to enhance recruitment efficiency.
- Conducted new-hire orientations, classroom training, and behind-the-wheel training to ensure compliance with state and Oregon Department of Education standards.
- Executed driver evaluations and systematically logged documentation into DMO system.
- Coordinated with management to ensure timely updates regarding progress of new employee integration.
Education
BA - Human Resources
Washington State University
05-2014
Skills
- Workers Compensation
- Performance Management
- HRIS & ATS Systems Management
- Communication
- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
- Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
- Benefits Administration
- Microsoft & Data Reporting
Certification
SHRM-CP
Timeline
Onboarding & Safety Coordinator
Stoneway Electric Supply
09.2025 - Current
Onboarding Coordinator (Contract)
Albertsons
03.2025 - 08.2025
Benefits Coordinator
Boise School District
08.2024 - 02.2025
Human Resources Generalist
Block 22, LLC
07.2022 - 08.2024
Human Resources and Safety Specialist
Student Transportation of America
05.2021 - 05.2022
Hiring Coordinator/Driver Trainer
First Student
07.2019 - 05.2021
BA - Human Resources
Washington State University