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Shannon Finney-Candelario
Watsonville,CA
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Summary
Dedicated Human Resources Specialist with expertise in compliance and employee relations, streamlining processes to enhance engagement and retention.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
DC & Associates Insurance Services, Inc.
Watsonville, CA
11.2013 - Current
- Streamlined recruitment processes, enhancing candidate experience and reducing time-to-hire.
- Developed and implemented training programs to improve employee engagement and retention.
- Managed employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws and organizational policies.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback to employees and facilitating professional development plans.
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Led open enrollment periods for health insurance coverage options, assisting employees in making informed decisions regarding their benefits selections.
- Provided support during organizational restructuring efforts, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while ensuring fair treatment of affected employees.
- Negotiated with benefits providers, securing advantageous packages for employees.
- Oversaw compliance with labor laws and regulations, minimizing risk of legal issues.
Employee Benefits Specialist
Protected Profits Insurance Services, Inc.
San Jose, CA
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Administered employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Analyzed and resolved complex benefit inquiries from employees regarding coverage and eligibility.
- Developed training materials for staff on benefits enrollment processes and system navigation.
- Collaborated with insurance carriers to negotiate terms and improve service delivery for clients.
- Conducted regular audits of benefit plans, identifying areas for improvement and recommending strategic changes.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07-2014
Skills
- Customer relations
- HR policies and procedures
- Onboarding and orientation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Compensation and benefits
- Organizational development
- Payroll administration
- Benefits administration
- Confidential document control
- Performance management
- Presentation preparation
- Event planning
- Exit interviews
- Labor relations
- HR software proficiency
- Contract negotiation
- Tax reporting
- Employment law
- HRIS maintenance
- Grievance handling and redressal
- Recruiting
- Training and mentoring
- Training development
Affiliations
- Society of Human Resource Management
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
DC & Associates Insurance Services, Inc.
11.2013 - Current
Employee Benefits Specialist
Protected Profits Insurance Services, Inc.
01.2012 - 08.2013
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Phoenix