YAMILLET LOPEZ
Fort Riley,KS
Summary
Successful human resource specialist with expertise in employee benefits, leave, recruitment 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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
U.S Army
05.2026 - Current
- Facilitated recruitment processes by coordinating candidate screenings and scheduling interviews.
- Managed employee onboarding procedures, ensuring compliance with Army regulations and policies.
- Assisted in maintaining personnel records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Developed training materials for new staff, enhancing onboarding experience and knowledge retention.
- Implemented process improvements in HR workflows, increasing efficiency in document management systems.
- Provided guidance to employees regarding benefits enrollment and policy interpretations, fostering clear communication.
Human Resources Benefits Director
Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc
07.2025 - 05.2026
- Administered all HR activities, ensuring effective management of recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, background checks, payroll, employee records, FMLA, and workers' compensation processes.
- Handled all employee leaves and maintained complete and accurate internal records of leave requests and documentation of best practices along side with payroll director.
- Reviewed and updated HR policies and procedures to align with federal, state, and local legal requirements.
- Oversaw applicant tracking systems to enhance recruitment efficiency. Developed and issued offer letters to selected candidates.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive health and wellness initiatives to improve workforce productivity.
- Directed open enrollment processes, ensuring clear communication of options to all employees for informed decision-making.
- Resolved complex benefits issues promptly, providing exceptional customer service to both internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Handled all insurance and vendor bills.
Office Coordinator
Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Assisted chief operations officer, chief human resources officer, human resources benefits director, and compliance director with administrative and clerical tasks. Provided support in organizing schedules and managing communications. Helped maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Achieved improved organization of filing systems through effective management of electronic and paper records. Produced high-quality spreadsheets and documents that contributed to enhanced team productivity. Optimized record retrieval processes, resulting in time savings for team members.
- Coordinated correspondence and handled building issues by efficiently processing maintenance requests.
- Regularly updated agency organizational charts, mailboxes, and phone lists to enhance operational efficiency and information flow.
- Managed staff travel arrangements and accommodations for training and conference events.
- Oversaw management of applicant tracking systems to streamline recruitment processes. Led new hire orientations to foster employee engagement and understanding of company benefits. Collaborated with HR teams to optimize employee benefits administration and leave processes.
- Coordinated office operations to enhance workflow efficiency and support team productivity.
COVID-19 Contact Tracer/Outreach Specialist
AMN Healthcare (CT State Temp Contract)
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Facilitated accurate data collection and management to support public health initiatives within Connecticut Department of Health.
- Administered data management systems for efficient case tracking and monitoring.
- Maintained high standards of data accuracy and completeness to support informed decision-making.
- Monitored and enforced HIPAA regulations while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive health data.
- Delivered comprehensive guidance to residents regarding quarantine and isolation protocols, promoting compliance and awareness.
- Coordinated and implemented community health initiatives to enhance public wellness in Eastern CT.
Administrative Assistant/Office Manager
Hospitality Staffing Solutions, Foxwoods Resort Casino
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Coordinated administrative support services for executives and housekeeping department, ensuring seamless operations for over 1000 staff members.
- Handled and oversaw all employee leaves, accrued time and attendance.
- Administered payroll functions and confirmed accuracy of employee timesheets to support operational efficiency.
- Created and upheld staff schedules on a weekly basis to support operational efficiency and workforce management.
- Coordinated comprehensive onboarding and orientation dates for upcoming new hires.
- Coordinated with management to prepare rooms for VIP guests, prioritizing high-quality service delivery.
- Managed housekeeping operations to uphold cleanliness standards and facilitate efficient guest turnover processes.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
CT State Community College
07.2026
Skills
- Payroll processing
- Benefits and leave management
- Recruitment and onboarding
- Organizational and communication skills
- Administrative expertise
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Human Resources Assistant
U.S Army
05.2026 - Current
Human Resources Benefits Director
Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc
07.2025 - 05.2026
Office Coordinator
Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc
06.2022 - 07.2025
COVID-19 Contact Tracer/Outreach Specialist
AMN Healthcare (CT State Temp Contract)
12.2021 - 04.2022
Administrative Assistant/Office Manager
Hospitality Staffing Solutions, Foxwoods Resort Casino
12.2019 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Business Administration
CT State Community College