Sara Doxey
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Specialist known for exceptional productivity and efficiency in managing HR tasks. Specialize in benefit administration, on- boarding, and FMLA administration in accordance with Federal regulation. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring smooth HR operations and positive workplace environment. Embrace challenges with resilience and strategic thinking to support organizational goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
The City of North Charleston
North Charleston, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Administered FMLA in accordance with federal regulations, as well as assisting employees with understanding the process.
- Coordinated benefits administration activities such as enrollments, changes, terminations and transfers through direct contact with department head and employees to increase comprehension and engagement
- Prepared reports related to HR activities such as turnover rate analysis.
- Conducted investigations into workplace complaints or grievances raised by employees.
- Created training materials for new hires and provided orientation sessions, including a benefit package that assists new hires in understanding their benefits.
- Developed and implemented new employee onboarding process.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience.
- Managed employee separation processes, including exit interviews and termination paperwork, ensuring a smooth transition.
- Identified opportunities to improve HR programs and proposed solutions to increase efficiencies.
- Worked cross-functionally to optimize efficiency and execute on HR business processes.
- Partnered with senior HR team to communicate company standards and policies.
- Administered employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Administrative Specialist and FOIA Coordinator
The City of North Charleston
North Charleston, SC
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Handled confidential documents and media in a secure manner while ensuring privacy regulations were met per department policies.
- Fulfilled record requests in accordance with State and Federal regulations for privacy and redaction.
- Served as a liaison between departments within the organization to ensure efficient communication between all parties involved in FOIA requests and subpoenas.
- Created and revised systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices and recordkeeping systems.
- Increased efficiency of record request fulfillment by utilizing a shared tracking system, electronic delivery, electronic redaction, and optimizing use of IT.
- Decreased man-power hours by conferring with state agencies and comparing billing processes.
- Conducted multi-year analysis of police activity for department leaders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
The University of South Carolina
Columbia12-2016
Skills
- Benefits Administration
- Personnel engagement
- HR program development
- Training development
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Presentation Preparation
- Training Tools and Resources
Certification
- IPMA-CP
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
The City of North Charleston
08.2023 - Current
Administrative Specialist and FOIA Coordinator
The City of North Charleston
08.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
The University of South Carolina