Human Resources Generalist

SUMMARY:

Passionate, innovative and dedicated HR Generalist/Manager with more than ten (10) years of wide experience in managing a full spectrum of human resources functions including but not limited to employee relations, interpretation of policies, new employee orientation, and employee recognition programs.

Coordinates employee-relations activities and programs, exit interview process and communication of findings to management.

Develops and administers company-wide human resources policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with federal and state legal requirements

Strong strategic and communication skills, High degree of flexibility and creativity; extremely organized, detail oriented and proactive,

Personal credibility and ability to influence, coach, and build trusting relationships

Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws affecting HR administration

Proficient in MS Office, ADP EZ Labor, ADP Work Force Now, COBRA Benefits, Workday, Microsoft SharePoint, Salesforce, Equity Edge, Clear Benefits, SAP, People Soft and Oracle

Experience in hi-tech start-up environments and international organizations with presence in multiple countries

KNACKS:

MS Office 2010

HR Policies & Procedures

Legal Issues - ADA, EEO

FMLA, FLSA, Title VII

Leaves of Absence

Confidential Recordkeeping

Disciplinary Procedures

Team/Morale Building

Workers' Compensation

Event Coordination

Employee Relations

Benefits Administration

Immigration

Concur Expense

Training & Development

Staff Recruitment & Retention

Labor Laws/Negotiations

Program Management

Employee Counseling

EDUCATION:

BA in Business Administration with concentration in Human Resources Management - San Jose State University

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCES:

Exar Corporation Nov 2014 - Present

Manager, Talent Acquisition/Sr. HR Generalist

Manage existing hiring process, from sourcing and interviewing to offer negotiation.

Serve as an expert on employment and recruiting practices using ADP HRB/ Workforce Now and Open Hire

Negotiate rates and markup conditions with temporary agencies

Serve as immigration specialist/resource to client population on-site for all immigration matters.

Partner with business leaders and their teams to provide leadership and focused support in: Coaching, Performance management, employee relations, change management, identification of learning and development needs, retention strategies and career development.

Ducati North America Jan 2013 - Nov 2014

Human Resources Manager

Sole HR

Develops and administers company-wide human resources policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with stated corporate objectives and federal and state legal requirements.

Preparing bi-weekly payroll and accounting journal entries, including reconciliations of payroll related GL accounts.

Compile record and analyze payroll transactions. Maintain existing payroll programs and produce payroll reports.

Work with 401(k) journal entries, edits, and annual census, Preparing EDD and Labor Statistic reports And Year-End W-2

Date entry for all time and attendance and personnel transactions such as new hire, termination, leave of absence, benefits deductions, garnishments, etc. State and Federal taxes, including quarter and year-end reconciliations.

Cross-trains designated back-up to administer and process time and attendance and payroll.

Research and resolve problems, perform scheduled activities, and liaison with service providers.

Coordinates recruiting and retention strategies and succession planning process.

Coordinates exit interview process and communication of findings to management.

Analyzes data, prepares reports, and makes recommendations on a variety of human resources issues.

Coordinates employee-relations activities and programs including but not limited to employee counseling, interpretation of policies, new employee orientation, and employee recognition programs.

Reviews employee relation's issues and recommends appropriate responses to management.

Prepares and monitors human resources budget, Negotiates contracts with outside vendors to provide employee services.

Compass Components, Inc. Nov 2011 - Jan 2013

Human Resources Manager/Recruiter

Sole HR

Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships and build morale, increasing productivity and retention

Support supervisors with performance management, compensation,benefits, training, development and succession management.

Conducts Employee Benefits enrollment meetings to educate employees on benefits options and programs: and assist with enrollments forms

Executes and completes all phases of termination process including requesting final paychecks, conducting employee exit interviews, completing COBRA notifications, updating HRIS database, and inputting appropriate information into vendor websites

Write procedural/instructional documentation such as but not limited to job description and proposals.

Monitor, address, and manage Employee Relations throughout assigned regions for trends, issues, and problems

Develop and draft contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers

Provide coaching and counseling as it pertains to career development and disciplinary actions

Oracle Dec 2010 - Nov 2011

HR Recruiting Coordinator/HR Generalist (Contract)

Provided administrative support for 2 technical recruiters including calendar management and interview scheduling

Interacted with multiple levels of management, Assisted with sourcing and pre-screening of candidates

Drafted and managed follow-up correspondence to potential candidates via phone and email

Coordinated shipping and tracking of materials for on-campus recruiting events

Developed and oversaw recruiting policies and processes as they related to campus recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and on-boarding.

Built and established relationships with key school administrators and vendors - Used traditional and non-traditional resources to identify and attract quality candidates, Reviewed and posted all internal and external listings for open corporate positions

Partnered with hiring managers to create and review job descriptions/ requisitions, defining and validating key position requirements (i.e. education, experience, technical competencies, travel and/or relocation requirements)

Negotiated, prepared and extended new hire offers, Managed full cycle recruitment including college job fairs

Responsible for employee relations, benefits administration, facilities management, new hire orientation, terminations, payroll processing, immigration, compensation, training, and policy development.

Serves as point-of-contact for employees and responds to frequent inquiries regarding benefits, retirement plans, and vacation/sick time, leaves of absence, claims issues, and other health and welfare benefits.

Managed all Health Benefits: Cobra, FSP, 401K, LOA & Workers Compensation

Face book (Contract) May 2009 - Dec 2010

HR Generalist

Served as main point of contact for all HR related functions

Managed full cycle recruitment including college job fairs, driving all aspects of the recruiting process

Handled employee relations, benefits administration, new hire orientation, terminations, payroll processing, immigration, compensation, training, and policy development and implementation

Built and tracked annual budget for all recruiting activities including advertising, branding, and on-campus events

Utilized Radford Survey to manage performance review process including developing salary ranges and job descriptions

Actively contributed to process improvement strategies and projects within the Recruiting and Human Resources departments

Monitored/audited job requisition and candidate files; tracked applicant flow.

Shortel, Inc. Sunnyvale, CA April 2002 - May 2009

Human Resources Generalist/Recruiting Specialist

Hired as company's 1st HR employee to build out HR department; developed company's first performance review system, the on-boarding and termination process, and general HR policies and procedures

Served as main point of contact for all HR related issues. Negotiated and managed in-house and outside recruiters, compensation and benefits, training, employee relations, performance evaluation

Assisted with the development and interpretation of Human Resources plans, personnel policies and procedures

Administered, managed and tracked employee benefits, immigration requirements, workers' compensation, payroll process, compensation plans and PTO

Consulted with management on compensation and stock ranges, performance ratings, and promotions

Developed and managed full-cycle recruiting process from beginning to end, including on-boarding and termination procedures

Revised and implemented new benefits program in response to employee survey, saving the company 15% annually

Managed international hiring and benefits administration; worked with VPs/Directors on employee career planning, skill- building, and employee relations, Responsible for coordination, administration, and management of international assignments

Interfaced with outside counsel on termination and performance issues

Implemented and maintained Intranet and Workday (HRIS system)

Worked closely with the Finance Department to generate headcount, payroll projections, and PTO reports; managed the payroll process

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