Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, training and payroll management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Technician
Jurupa Unified School District
06.2007 - Current
Develop and implement onboarding and orientation programs for new Certification employees.
Brief job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
Review and screen applicant applications, letters of interest, letters of recommendation and resumes to identify qualified candidates for both certificated and substitute teachers.
Maintain accurate employee records by notifying and following up with certificated staff on upcoming credential expirations.
Served as a knowledgeable resource for employees regarding company policies and benefits information, promoting transparency within the organization.
Field employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
Optimized payroll processes through close collaboration with the payroll department, reducing errors and ensuring timely payment to employees.
Conduct regular audits of FMLA/CFRA policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and legal requirements.
Serve as a knowledgeable resource to certificated staff for maternity leaves. To include guiding employee, providing necessary forms and information related to maternity leave and communicating with supervisors, benefits, payroll and site secretaries for accurate entries into our GETA system.
Support company growth by efficiently managing high-volume recruitment efforts and selecting top talent by attending various university job fairs and conferences.
Assist HR Coordinator in managing the Annual Offer and Notice of Reemployment for all certificated staff, both teaching and non-teaching.
Manage the completion of Employment Verifications for loans for all certificated staff to include working with the benefits department to ensure timely completion.
Provide support on special projects to include the annual new hire reception for certificated staff and the annual employee of the year event.
Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
Provide excellent customer service to employees, parents and the community members I come in contact with.
Benefit Specialist
Jurupa Unified School District
09.2005 - 05.2007
Maintained accurate records of all employee benefits transactions, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Successfully managed leave of absence requests, ensuring timely communication with employees and proper documentation.
Ensure accurate deductions related to employee benefits were applied each pay cycle by balancing the medical statements.
Managed relationships with insurance carriers, ensuring prompt resolution of claims and issues.
Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing efficient benefits administration processes.
Ensured full compliance with government regulations such as HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA by following proper protocols.
Coordinated and conducted employee orientations to promote understanding of coverage and options.
Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
Trained new team members in policies and procedures and offered insight into best ways to manage job tasks and duties.
Counseled employees experiencing life events, guiding them through the necessary steps to update their benefit elections accordingly.
Conducted annual open enrollment sessions, providing clear guidance to employees on plan changes and updates.
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