Tiaira Brown
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Human Resource professional who is eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Analyst Senior
Arizona Department Of Child Safety
Phoenix, AZ
04.2023 - Current
- Manages ADA accommodation requests for a diverse workforce of 3,000 employees, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while promoting a supportive and inclusive workplace environment.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation, contributing to success.
- Develops and implements comprehensive FMLA policies and procedures tailored to Arizona state law, reducing administrative errors and enhancing employee satisfaction with leave processes
- Serves as a key liaison between various departments, ensuring clear communication and understanding of resource needs and constraints.
- Collaborates with legal counsel to interpret ADA regulations specific to Arizona, advising management on reasonable accommodations and mitigating risks associated with disability discrimination claims.
- Utilizes advanced analytical tools to identify patterns or trends within complex datasets that could lead to more effective resource allocation decisions.
- Collaborates with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Create and deliver HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
USAF Personalist
Luke AFB
AZ
05.2021 - Current
- Manage the Virtual Out Processing vOP in the Military Personnel Flight for over 1K military personnel
Human Resource Leave Mgmt Specialist
PetSmart
Phoenix, AZ
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Proficiently gathered and completed all necessary paperwork, assessed leave eligibility, designated qualifying leaves under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), proactively requested medical certification as required, and meticulously accounted for intermittent and reduced schedule leave utilization, ensuring comprehensive compliance and efficient leave management processes.
Human Resource Assistant
New Path New Beginning Family Services
Mesa, AZ
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Established and maintained employee files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal regulations
Admin Support
West Valley Veterans Center
Peoria, AZ
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Schedule intake appointments for Veterans seeking mental health counseling
Associate Relations Intern
PetSmart
Phoenix, AZ
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Analyze weekly reports in HR analytics to demonstrate success of department
Lead Contractor Processor
Luke AFB
AZ
11.2018 - 05.2021
- Initiated background checks for over 25,000 contractors and employees
- Vetted 13K people/ identified 381 felons, 6 sex offenders, denied 565 individuals with criminal history unfit for access to installation
Entry Controller
Luke Air Force Base
AZ
12.2016 - 11.2018
- Deployed to Muwaffaq Salti Air Base (MSAB) in support of Operation Inherent Resolve
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business and Human Resources
W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2023
Associates degree - Business
Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ05.2021
Skillsactivities
- Knowledgeable of FMLA laws and qualifications
- Knowledgeable of ADA laws and qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Excellent customer service
- 3+ years of related HR Operations shared service experience.
- Ability to identify, analyze and solve complex problems and recommend effective solutions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel concepts and functions, and the ability to independently complete a range of real-world tasks.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize to manage a multitude of cases at once
- Ability to communicate both written and verbal, effectively engaging with employees, HR management team members, and stakeholders through clear and concise communication channels. Proficiently facilitate group presentations and meetings, ensuring information dissemination and fostering collaboration among team members.
Leadership Experience
Flight Supervisor, United States Air Force Airman Leadership Course, 08/2020, Current, Advise members on official and personal obligations incident to relocation, training, and promotion, Ensure Airmen are readily up to date on all tasks and in compliance with personnel policies, directives, and procedures, Facilitated group training activities that contribute to airmen readiness, Discovered discrepancies and recommended corrective action for multiple airmen, Manages Air Force retention programs, assists military personnel in making career decisions, and advises on benefit programs, Ensured unit compliance with regulations, laws, policies and squadron commander directives
Timeline
Human Resource Leave Mgmt Specialist
PetSmart
06.2023 - 02.2024
Human Resource Analyst Senior
Arizona Department Of Child Safety
04.2023 - Current
Human Resource Assistant
New Path New Beginning Family Services
02.2023 - 06.2023
Admin Support
West Valley Veterans Center
10.2022 - 02.2023
Associate Relations Intern
PetSmart
06.2022 - 08.2022
USAF Personalist
Luke AFB
05.2021 - Current
Lead Contractor Processor
Luke AFB
11.2018 - 05.2021
Entry Controller
Luke Air Force Base
12.2016 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business and Human Resources
W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
Associates degree - Business
Estrella Mountain Community College