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Yomaira Valdez

Dedham,MA

Summary

Dynamic Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Crocs Inc. with a proven track record in talent management and employee engagement. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced organizational development and streamlined HR operations, resulting in improved workplace collaboration. Expert in benefits administration and conflict resolution, driving significant retention improvements and fostering a culture of inclusivity.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Crocs Inc.
Westwood, MA
01.2022 - 05.2025
  • Implemented HR strategies aligned with business objectives for 250+ employee population, enhancing employee relations, and organizational development. After brand acquisition, created and rolled out role charters for each department's usage ensuring employees are fully aware of their responsibilities, and decision making abilities eliminating role unclarity and increasing operations efficiency.
  • Guided leaders in performance management, talent development, and workforce planning. Counseled leadership during annual employee cycles for merit increase, promotions, and during annual talent management process to ensure the organization had the right talent in the right role for long-term success.
  • Facilitated training sessions on HR topics, conflict resolution, and team dynamics resulting in improvement of workplace collaboration, learning, and development.
  • Collaborated with department heads to forecast future personnel needs based on projected business growth capturing appropriate budgets each year.
  • Planned and executed events such as networking, summer, and holiday parties which resulted in higher employee engagement in company portals and in-office hybrid environment.
  • Supported creation of succession plans targeting critical positions within organization to position business successfully in the future.

Human Resources Manager

Ver-Tex Construction
Canton, MA
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Designed an effective employee orientation and training sessions for new hires resulting in a positive onboarding experience and reduced turnover rates.
  • Counseled leaders on labor law compliance matters encompassing FMLA, ADA, Title VII minimizing company legal risks.
  • Navigated conflicts involving different departments or personnel employing sound judgment to ensure a harmonious workplace environment and reduced escalation of employee relations matters.
  • Crafted job postings, evaluated applicants, organized the applicant tracking system, and interviewed potential employees to ensure the right talent for the right role is hired ensuring business continuity.
  • Oversaw the implementation and administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401k plans ensuring employee satisfaction and total rewards competitiveness within the current market. Used HR data and metrics to determine benefit usage and changes needed increasing retention efforts.
  • Managed involuntary and voluntary terminations confidentially and with caution to minimize legal risks following off boarding activities. Exit interviews documented key data points discussed with employees to implement organizational changes.

Human Resources Generalist

Ver-Tex Construction
Canton, MA
03.2019 - 01.2021
  • Spearheaded diversity and inclusion initiatives and events, fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diverse perspectives.
  • Organized employee recognition programs aimed at elevating morale and celebrating outstanding achievements increasing employee engagement and company favorability.
  • Designed and streamlined HR procedures such as rolling out a new HRIS system used for efficient and paperless benefits enrollment, and to have a centralized database for company policies ensuring compliance with labor laws.
  • Oversaw in-house payroll processing functions for union and non-union employees encompassing timekeeping records, deductions, and tax withholding calculations. This included paying quarterly federal and state taxes resulting in correct wage payments to employees and government agencies.
  • Created employee handbook in partnership with legal for employment law accuracy and in partnership with marketing to feature a comprehensive design and layout improving understanding of company policies and reducing company liability.

Employee Relations Specialist

UniFirst Corporation
Wilmington, MA
07.2017 - 03.2019
  • Provided advice and guidance on employment law, policies, and procedures to leadership.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into workplace complaints and grievances for prompt resolution resulting in minimizing company liability.
  • Evaluated and assessed data trends in employee relations issues for training or policy implementation opportunities for the employee population. This resulted in policy clarity and implementation of new policies for organizational development.
  • Monitor all unemployment and legal claims and attend hearings as necessary.

Human Resources Coordinator

Hilton Boston Downtown
Boston, MA
10.2014 - 07.2017
  • Organized employee files to ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements.
  • Managed the inventory, budget, and supplies of administrative office to ensure materials were available when needed for business continuity.
  • Facilitated onboarding for new hires by providing name badge, email configuration, time clock setup (if hourly), and phone line access. This ensured a smoother onboarding process with tools necessary.
  • Finalized and distributed monthly employee newsletters to various departments improving employee engagement and involvement in various yearly employee events.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Hotel, Restaurant, and Service Management

Newbury College
Brookline, MA

Skills

  • Benefits administration and optimization
  • Talent management and development
  • Employee engagement and retention
  • Compensation analysis
  • HR policies and procedures
  • Conflict resolution
  • Labor law compliance
  • Change management
  • HR operations
  • Employee training

Certification

  • SHRM-CP (Certified Professional), Society for Human Resources Management, 2019
  • CPR & AED Certification, American Heart Association, 2024

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Crocs Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2025

Human Resources Manager

Ver-Tex Construction
01.2021 - 01.2022

Human Resources Generalist

Ver-Tex Construction
03.2019 - 01.2021

Employee Relations Specialist

UniFirst Corporation
07.2017 - 03.2019

Human Resources Coordinator

Hilton Boston Downtown
10.2014 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Hotel, Restaurant, and Service Management

Newbury College

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