Experience

Indyme Solutions

• HR Generalist

  • Oct 2017 - Present

  Manage full life cycle recruiting process for employee and intern recruitment that includes job postings, reviewing resumes, interviewing, background checks, and drafting offer letters. Conduct new hire and on-boarding process.Manage and perform benefits administration that includes, communicating benefits information to employees, new enrollments and terminations, qualifying events, and open enrollment preparation and processing. Negotiate rates with insurance brokers and… Manage full life cycle recruiting process for employee and intern recruitment that includes job postings, reviewing resumes, interviewing, background checks, and drafting offer letters. Conduct new hire and on-boarding process.Manage and perform benefits administration that includes, communicating benefits information to employees, new enrollments and terminations, qualifying events, and open enrollment preparation and processing. Negotiate rates with insurance brokers and PEO’s.Manages timecard administration for all employees. Track time off balances such as PTO, Floating Holiday and Sick Time accruals.Provides payroll support, timesheet entries and benefits deductions. Partners with accounting and payroll to maintain the HRIS database. Assists with on-boarding and off-boarding activities such as orientation, new hire reporting, COBRA, prepares new hire packets, enters information in HRIS, benefits portals and other applicable systems. Monitors the performance evaluation process. Tracks completed evaluations to ensure documentation is received and assess employee/organizational training needs. Maintains personnel files, employee-related databases. Ensures confidentiality of employee information and data. Manage leave of absence process for company in the area of FMLA, CFRA, ADA, PFL, PDL and Work Comp process. Administer 401(k) retirement plan by managing employee enrollments & terminations, audits and filings such as 5500’s, non-discrimination testing, loans and and compliance with other regulatory requirements.Responds to requests for employment verifications and unemployment claims. Support employee engagement and a positive employee environment through timely and conscientious responses to employees and managers on HR related inquires and employee relations issues. Conducts workplace investigations.Assists with employee communication and feedback through such avenues as all-staff meetings, employee committees etc. Show more Show less



Competitor Group, Inc.

• HR Specialist

  • Dec 2015 - Oct 2017

  Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of exempt and non-exempt staff. Conducted & coordinated interviews, background checks, offers, screened resumes, drafted job ads, on-boarding process and new hire orientations. Benefits Administration: Responsible for administering company insurance including FSA, AFLAC, COBRA and 401(k) retirement. Enrolled and terminated plan participants. Assisted with open enrollment process that include broker negotiations… Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of exempt and non-exempt staff. Conducted & coordinated interviews, background checks, offers, screened resumes, drafted job ads, on-boarding process and new hire orientations. Benefits Administration: Responsible for administering company insurance including FSA, AFLAC, COBRA and 401(k) retirement. Enrolled and terminated plan participants. Assisted with open enrollment process that include broker negotiations. Reconciled insurance invoices and assisted with 401(k) audits, ACA reporting and resolved complex billing and coverage issues. Assist with annual Health and Wellness Fair employee event.Leave of Absence Administration: Administer company’s leave of absence process to those on maternity and medical leave. Extensive working knowledge of but not limited to, FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, USEERA, PFL and Worker’s Compensation.Compensation & Classification: Created company-wide paygrade salary range by utilizing the compa-ratio method. Studied and analyzed over 120 different company positions to identify grade level placement. Drafted job descriptions and conducted FLSA analysis to determine exemption status. Conducted various salary analysis to determine pay level of new hires, newly promoted or demoted staff and staff working out of class.Performance Management: Assisted with annual performance management process. Responded to questions on how to correct performance issues, how to create goals (SMART), how to track goals, how to draft reviews and how avoid any legal pitfalls. Assisted with drafting performance improvement plans (PIP) and how to determine merit increase level. Compliance: Drafted company’s annual Affirmative Action Plan, VETS reporting, administer company’s Work Opportunity Tax Credit Program with state of California, conduct e-verify process on new hires, and assist with EEO-1 annual reports. Responded to EDD inquiries on medical and unemployment claims. Show more Show less



City of Carlsbad

• Recruiter (Temporary)

  • Jun 2015 - Dec 2015

  Conducted recruitment and coordinated selection activities with various City departments. Developed job announcements, preparation of test materials, proctored and graded examinations, employment verifications, determined test criteria and screening methods, established eligibility lists and coordinated final selection of candidates. Conducted salary and benefit surveys; responded to inquiries about standard policies and practices; provided general employment information to both… Conducted recruitment and coordinated selection activities with various City departments. Developed job announcements, preparation of test materials, proctored and graded examinations, employment verifications, determined test criteria and screening methods, established eligibility lists and coordinated final selection of candidates. Conducted salary and benefit surveys; responded to inquiries about standard policies and practices; provided general employment information to both internal and external clients. Show more Show less



Apidel Technologies

• HR Generalist Contract with San Diego International Airport

  • Mar 2015 - Jun 2015

  Recruitment: Responsible for the on-boarding process of new hires (interns and Veterans Fellowship). Responsible for screening candidates, conducting background checks, and completing the on-boarding process. Conducted benefit enrollment during on-boarding process.



HR Solutions

• HR Analyst ( with San Diego Port District)

  • Oct 2014 - Mar 2015

  Recruitment: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of non-exempt and exempt positions. Responsible for placement of recruitment ads, screening candidates, background checks and the on-boarding process. Conducted benefit enrollment during on-boarding process.Compensation/Classification: Conducted job studies to determine appropriate grade placement of jobs and if employees were working outside of their classification. Conducted compensation analysis to determine pay levels for new… Recruitment: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of non-exempt and exempt positions. Responsible for placement of recruitment ads, screening candidates, background checks and the on-boarding process. Conducted benefit enrollment during on-boarding process.Compensation/Classification: Conducted job studies to determine appropriate grade placement of jobs and if employees were working outside of their classification. Conducted compensation analysis to determine pay levels for new hires that was competitive and complied with union agreement.Performance Management: Reviewed completed performance evaluations for legal compliance and union compliance in regards to Step increase pay level.Exit Process: Conducted the exit interview process for staff leaving the San Diego Port District. Show more Show less



California Coast Credit Union

• HR Generalist

  • Sep 2007 - Apr 2014

  Compensation: Determined pay for new hires, promotions, demotions, transfers, and equities that were competitive, fair and aligned with market pay level. Conducted yearly merit matrix analysis for performance review rating and increases. Provided analysis for salary grade range and determined how much to adjust every year. Assisted with the credit union’s annual incentive payout analysis. Drafted and participated in salary, job, and benefit surveys.Classification: Drafted job… Compensation: Determined pay for new hires, promotions, demotions, transfers, and equities that were competitive, fair and aligned with market pay level. Conducted yearly merit matrix analysis for performance review rating and increases. Provided analysis for salary grade range and determined how much to adjust every year. Assisted with the credit union’s annual incentive payout analysis. Drafted and participated in salary, job, and benefit surveys.Classification: Drafted job descriptions for exempt and non-exempt staff, including executives. Conducted FLSA/job analysis to determine the exemption status of positions and range. Assisted with broad banding implementation. Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of non-exempt and exempt positions. Conducted annual workforce staffing analysis to determined appropriate staff levels for each department. Performance Management: Assisted with administration of the credit union’s pay for performance review program. Assisted with implementation of Cornerstone performance management system.HRIS & Reporting: Responsible for data entry of new hires and other status changes in Ceridian, Benetrac and Cornerstone. Provided extensive amount of ad-hoc and standard HR reports for management team. Provided EEO1 and VETS reporting to federal government. Drafted credit union’s annual Affirmative Action Planning Report and several survey analysis reports during the 2008-2009 merger.Safety: Visited the branch on a quarterly basis to observe and report safety issues. Provided consultation to management team and employees on safety related topics and how to avoid workplace injuries.Benefits Administration: Assisted with the benefit enrollment process through the use of Benetrac system. Training: Assisted with providing HR training to branch and corporate staff during monthly HR Pulse Visits. Presented informational meeting training on the Gen Y population. Show more Show less



HR Solutions

• HR Analyst (with Olivenhain Municipal Water District)

  • Jan 2007 - Sep 2007

  Compensation: Assisted with determining starting pay for new hires that is competitive and one that complies with union agreements. Drafted and participated in salary and benefits surveys in preparation for the annual negotiation with employee union.Classification: Drafted job descriptions for exempt/non-exempt staff. Conducted FLSA/job analyses to determined exemption status of positions and pay grades.Recruitment & Term Process: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of… Compensation: Assisted with determining starting pay for new hires that is competitive and one that complies with union agreements. Drafted and participated in salary and benefits surveys in preparation for the annual negotiation with employee union.Classification: Drafted job descriptions for exempt/non-exempt staff. Conducted FLSA/job analyses to determined exemption status of positions and pay grades.Recruitment & Term Process: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of non-exempt and exempt positions. Conducted annual workforce staffing analyses to determined appropriate staff levels for each department. Administered the agency’s termination process that includes assisting with employee investigations and termination of employee benefits.Performance Management: Assisted with company’s annual performance review administration. Provided consultation service to management staff on performance issues, corrective actions, appropriate ratings to give and the use of SMART goal principle.Workers Comp & Leave of Absence: Administered the agency’s worker’s compensation and leave of absence program. Extensive knowledge in CA work comp law, FMLA, ADA, CFRA, HIPPA and other related disability laws.HRIS & Reporting: Responsible for inputting new hires and other status changes into PeopleTrak. Provided numerous amounts of ad-hoc and standard HR reports for management team.Benefits Administration: Assisted with benefits enrollment process for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability and life insurance. Reconciled benefit invoices on a monthly basis, Assisted with CalPERS pension enrollment and provided general consultation of the plan to staff. Administered the agency’s internal COBRA enrollment process. Employee Events: Assisted with coordinating employee events such as General Manager’s monthly employee meetings, birthdays and public open house. Show more Show less



Plaza Associates

• HR Generalist

  • Apr 2004 - Jan 2007

  Recruitment & Term Process: Responsible for recruitment of non-exempt and exempt staff. Interviewed and screened candidates for job openings. Conducted on boarding process that includes new hire orientation. Administered the company’s termination process that includes conducting employee investigations and determining whether termination is justified. Responsible for creating job descriptions and FLSA analyses for San Diego office.Performance Management: Responsible for administering… Recruitment & Term Process: Responsible for recruitment of non-exempt and exempt staff. Interviewed and screened candidates for job openings. Conducted on boarding process that includes new hire orientation. Administered the company’s termination process that includes conducting employee investigations and determining whether termination is justified. Responsible for creating job descriptions and FLSA analyses for San Diego office.Performance Management: Responsible for administering the company’s performance review program. Provided consultation service to management staff on performance issues, corrective actions, appropriate ratings to give and the use of SMART goal principle.Workers Comp & Leave of Absence: Administered worker’s compensation and leave of absence program. Worked closely with employees, medical providers and carrier to ensure proper care treatment. Extensive knowledge in CA work comp law, FMLA, ADA, CFRA, HIPPA and other disability laws.Employee Relations: Provided work conflict resolution support and consultation for San Diego office. Conducted workplace investigation on employee issues such as sexual harassment, discrimination, personality conflicts and other workplace conflicts. Coordinated company events such as birthdays and holiday parties. Responsible for attending EDD hearings to resolve unemployment claims. Benefits Administration: Administered the company’s benefits enrollment process for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Assisted with 401(k) administration. Introduced Union Bank’s discount banking benefits to San Diego employees. HRIS & Time Card Administration: Responsible for inputting new hires and other status changes in AS400 HRIS and timecard system. Assisted Payroll department with timecard process for San Diego region and assisted with resolving any payroll issues. Principal player with implementing the company’s Alternative Workweek Program. Show more Show less



San Diego Unified School District

• Personnel Clerk

  • Nov 2003 - Mar 2004

  Recruitment Support: Provided complex administrative support for recruitment and staffing department. Provided guidance to staff and public on recruitment procedures set by the District and union through collective bargaining agreements. Assisted with applicant testing administration.HRIS Support: Process employee status changes in PeopleSoft HRIS.



YWCA Metropolitan Chicago

• HR Generalist

  • Jul 2002 - Oct 2003

  Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle of non-exempt and exempt staff. Responsible for placement of ads, screening candidates and background checks. Conducted on boarding process that includes new hire orientation. Attended job fairs at local colleges to attract top talents.HRIS & Reporting: Responsible for data entry of new hires and other status changes in HRIS. Provided ad-hoc reports for management team. Provided EEO1 and monthly new hire report to federal and state… Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle of non-exempt and exempt staff. Responsible for placement of ads, screening candidates and background checks. Conducted on boarding process that includes new hire orientation. Attended job fairs at local colleges to attract top talents.HRIS & Reporting: Responsible for data entry of new hires and other status changes in HRIS. Provided ad-hoc reports for management team. Provided EEO1 and monthly new hire report to federal and state government agency.Performance Management: Assisted with company’s annual performance review program. Provided general consultation to management staff on performance issues, corrective actions, appropriate ratings to give and the use of SMART goal principle.Benefits Administration: Administered the benefit enrollment process for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Reconciled benefit invoices on monthly basis. Assisted with 403(b) pension administration, worker’s compensation and leave of absence. Coordinated employee events such as holiday parties and Employee Appreciation Day. Show more Show less



Guardsmark

• HR Specialist

  • Dec 2001 - Jul 2002

  Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of licensed security officers and clerical staff. Responsible for placement of ads, screening candidates via interviews and background checks. Conducted on boarding process that includes new hire orientation and training. Attended local job fairs to attract top talents.Training & Development: Trained security officers on the topics of basic criminal law, basic security, safety procedures, workplace violence, tort law… Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment of licensed security officers and clerical staff. Responsible for placement of ads, screening candidates via interviews and background checks. Conducted on boarding process that includes new hire orientation and training. Attended local job fairs to attract top talents.Training & Development: Trained security officers on the topics of basic criminal law, basic security, safety procedures, workplace violence, tort law, OSHA and public and client relations. Show more Show less



The Art Institute of Chicago

• Employee Relations Coordinator

  • Sep 1999 - Dec 2001

  Provided conflict resolution support and consultation for Special Events department. Conducted workplace investigation on employee matters such as sexual harassment, discrimination, personality conflicts and other workplace issues. Assisted external counsel with workplace investigations. Responsible for attending unemployment hearings to resolve unemployment claims.Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment for Special Events department. Responsible for… Provided conflict resolution support and consultation for Special Events department. Conducted workplace investigation on employee matters such as sexual harassment, discrimination, personality conflicts and other workplace issues. Assisted external counsel with workplace investigations. Responsible for attending unemployment hearings to resolve unemployment claims.Recruitment & Staffing: Responsible for full life cycle recruitment for Special Events department. Responsible for placement of ads, screening candidates via interviews and background checks. Conducted on boarding process that includes new hire orientation. *Training & Development: Trained special events staff and chefs on the topics of safety, security, human resources, customer service, food safety, OSHA and workers compensation basics. Show more Show less