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Work History
Education
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PEARL TRINIDAD

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic Human Resources Executive with over 25 years of experience in spearheading HR transformations across higher education, academic medicine, and public health. Specializes in operational excellence through scalable HR systems, fostering inclusivity, and innovative strategies. Notable achievements include enhancing data governance and workforce performance while empowering cross-functional teams to drive institutional culture. Committed to aligning HR technology with business strategy to implement future-ready workforce solutions.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Technology Consultant, Human Capital and Finance Management

Ryzen Solutions
04.2024 - Current
  • Developed enterprise-wide HR and finance technology roadmaps aligned with business strategy.
  • Created the Program Project Plan for change management and implementation execution.
  • Designed Center of Excellence (COE) model to optimize HR and finance service delivery.
  • Advised on pay equity, data governance, and compliance priorities across HR systems.

Executive Director, People Data, Systems, and Processes / Executive Director, Human Capital Management

UC San Diego, Department of Human Resources
04.2015 - 04.2024
  • Spearheaded implementation of enterprise HCM/payroll systems and analytics platforms.
  • Launched People Services division and established PMO for HR program governance.
  • Partnered with academic, staff, and union leadership on workforce strategy and alignment.
  • Championed DEIB-focused HR practices and faculty/staff advancement systems.
  • Directed remote HR operations across 9 time zones, ensuring service excellence.
  • Led customer satisfaction transformation—13 consecutive Customer Service Awards.
  • Implemented financial modeling systems for compensation, benefits, and labor forecasting.

Executive Director, Business Transformation and Optimization

UC San Diego, Department of Human Resources: Business and Financial Services
11.2009 - 03.2015
  • Directed UCPath system implementation—recognized as UC’s most successful rollout.
  • Launched Rapid Response Center (RRC) for integrated HR and academic support.
  • Created STRIVE leadership development program to cultivate internal talent.
  • Led initiatives for wellness, retention, succession, and DEIB engagement.

Senior Director, Human Resources and Payroll

UC San Diego
05.2005 - 10.2009
  • Oversaw payroll disbursements exceeding $1.5B and benefits for 35,000+ employees.
  • Unified campus and health payroll operations across seven offices.
  • Served as chief payroll/HR advisor to the Controller and Office of the President.
  • Transformed culture of HR service—top 3 ranked unit 85%+ of the time.

Director, Human Resources and Payroll

UC San Diego
04.2000 - 04.2005
  • Pioneered data stewardship model and self-service systems adoption.
  • Improved data quality by 75%; led secure HRIS redesign.

Human Resources and Payroll Manager

UC San Diego
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Supported HR operations during major system transitions and organizational redesigns.
  • Led efforts in improving payroll accuracy and streamlining reporting processes.
  • Managed staff teams responsible for benefits processing and employment data integrity.
  • Represented the university in overseeing the establishment of union representation for Continuing Medical Education students, including residents and interns, ensuring compliance with labor laws and supporting the institution’s commitment to collaborative labor relations while balancing the needs of both employees and the academic mission.

Education

M.A. - Organizational Leadership

Point Loma Nazarene University

B.S. - Quantitative Economics & Decision Science

UC San Diego

Skills

  • HR Technology Strategy & Implementation
  • Executive Operational Leadership
  • Organizational Transformation & Development
  • HR Digital Transformation & Change Management
  • People Analytics & Workforce Planning
  • Executive Leadership & Collaboration
  • Training & Staff Development
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Policy Development & Implementation
  • Talent Development & Management
  • Business Intelligence & Analytics
  • Labor Relations
  • DEIB Strategy

Certification

  • SHRM-SCP
  • PMP
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
  • PROSCI Change Practitioner
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Accomplishments

  • Named Outstanding Employee, UC San Diego
  • Named Outstanding Leader – UCSD Staff at Work Survey
  • 13 consecutive Customer Service Awards
  • Reduced implementation costs of UC enterprise system by two-thirds during pandemic
  • Innovation Awards: MyTime, Onboarding, EmployeeLink

Affiliations And Board Leadership

  • Appointed: UC San Diego LEAD Fellow – Equity Advancement & Diversity
  • Appointed: Advisor – Chancellor’s Committee on the Status of Women
  • Appointed: Member – Task Force on Gender Recognition and Lived Name
  • Board Chair – Compensation Committee, Operation Samahan
  • Board Member – RestorVault
  • Board Member – OPSAM (Federally Qualified Health Centers – HR governance and strategy)

Timeline

Senior Technology Consultant, Human Capital and Finance Management

Ryzen Solutions
04.2024 - Current

Executive Director, People Data, Systems, and Processes / Executive Director, Human Capital Management

UC San Diego, Department of Human Resources
04.2015 - 04.2024

Executive Director, Business Transformation and Optimization

UC San Diego, Department of Human Resources: Business and Financial Services
11.2009 - 03.2015

Senior Director, Human Resources and Payroll

UC San Diego
05.2005 - 10.2009

Director, Human Resources and Payroll

UC San Diego
04.2000 - 04.2005

Human Resources and Payroll Manager

UC San Diego
01.1995 - 01.2000

M.A. - Organizational Leadership

Point Loma Nazarene University

B.S. - Quantitative Economics & Decision Science

UC San Diego

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