Human Resources Resource
Resume:
Kerstan S. Camacho, MBA
San Antonio, TX 78245
********@*****.***
Ladies & Gentlemen,
This letter is to express my interest in the position currently available. I have an eclectic mix of Project/Program Management and HR management experience that has given me the skill set necessary to be successful in this role. I also have experience in highly regulated industries that maintain government contracts and require legal compliance. My experience is backed by a strong education. I possess an Associate’s degree in Office Administration, a Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, and an MBA in Human Resource Management. My next educational goal is to complete a SHRM-SPC Certification. I am also the spouse of a 22-year Air Force veteran and have experience recruiting military members separating and/or retiring.
I believe my many years of broad HR, PM and business administration experience makes me the perfect candidate for this role. I have the knowledge and ability to tackle any issue with a sincere drive to produce successful results that benefit the organization and its employees. If given the opportunity, I have every confidence that I can shine in this position, and as a member of the team. If you should have any further questions regarding my experience or education, please feel free to contact me. I have attached my resume for your review. My salary requirements would be within the 115-140k range. I am anxious to apply my experience, skills and education towards a challenging new position.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Kind Regards,
Kerstan S. Camacho
September 7, 2016
To Whom It May Concern:
It is my pleasure to offer this letter of reference on behalf of an applicant for employment, Kerstan Camacho.
I had the good fortune to work with Ms. Camacho at Dr. John Folks Middle School and was able to see, firsthand, her ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and teams. Her work ethic in practice is awesome! I know her to be dependable and consistently positive. Her demeanor was always upbeat and her ability to tackle any problem or tough situation was never in question. She is an effective communicator and brought to her position at Folks a wealth of prior experience from which to draw. Likewise, Ms. Camacho’s previous role required that she be organized, and she was able to demonstrate her skill in this area.
I offer my recommendation of Kerstan Camacho for your consideration, and I am available to answer any additional questions you may have in making your selection.
Barry Perez
Prior Principal
Dr. John Folks Middle School
Current Director of Communications NISD
Additional Reference:
Steven Lee - Supervisor, Beaird Co.
work email is: ****@****************.***
personal email is: ***************@*****.***
Kerstan Camacho
San Antonio, TX
********@*****.***
EDUCATION:
Masters Business Administration: Human Resource Management
Bachelors of Science in Business: Human Resource Management
Associate of Applied Science: Administrative Office Technology
EXPERIENCE:
Project/Program Manager - Compensation
USAA (Contract)
September 2022 - Present
●Manage project/schedule for compensation projects across multi-state enterprise environment across multiple COSAs
●Coordinate project activities with Compensation team and track/log completed tasks.
●Communicate milestones, status, issues, and risks to Executive leadership.
●Continually track progress of Compensation Advisor team on project work and report on status.
● Build reports, slide decks, and document/packages for presentation to executive leadership and other partners needed for compliance related to compensation projects.
●Use Microsoft Office and JWM to track and complete project deliverables.
●Perform reviews/audits for defined controls and compliance activities
●Project manage other Compensation projects/initiatives as requested by executive leadership.
●Engage with Executive Director and Compensation Advisors on projects to ensure deadlines are met
●Help create/build presentations and dashboards
●Assist with compensation analysis work, as needed and maintain/troubleshoot UDA
HR Project Manager - (Compensation Manager)
City of San Antonio - Classification and Compensation Division
June 2021 - August 2022
Determine the City's classification plan through compensation and classification-related evaluations of whole job classifications and families, as well as individual employee job studies.
Develop, maintains, and administers the City's Pay Plan and classification system through salary surveys and other internal alignment measures to ensure pay equity and maintain proper classification structure.
Leads a team of HR analysts in the design, assessment, implementation and/or administration of total compensation programs, practices and policies. Ensures alignment with the total rewards philosophy and HR strategy. Provides guidance and solutions covering a wide range of compensation areas including salary structure, base pay administration, short-term and long-term incentive pay administration, and salary guidance. Works collaboratively with all areas of HR.
Review and analyze qualifications of employees being considered for hire, promotion, demotion. Prepares formal salary recommendations.
Maintains job descriptions and other compensation actions in SAP.
Oversee and participate in annual market study and salary research.
Coordinates and approves the creation and revision of written job classification specifications.
Makes recommendations to leadership on compensation related policy
Makes recommendations to management and HR Executive leadership on compensation related issues.
Establishes and implements communication strategies for the improvement and awareness of compensation issues across all City departments.
Manages the development and revision of compensation procedures.
Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries, complaints, and issues from both internal and external sources.
Oversees and prepares comprehensive and detailed reports by compiling, reviewing, and analyzing data; provides written and/or oral reports.
Manages and coordinates special projects in collaboration with divisions of Human Resources.
HR Associate II/HR Administrative Services
Valero Energy HQ
2017 - March 2021
Responsible for managing the Valero onboarding process to include the review of salary requisitions and calculation of vacation accrual dates.
Proven success in managing and supporting initiatives across Payroll, HR and Time Management departments.
Successful in completing data patrols and queries to ensure payroll data integrity.
Performed processing and support for bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll validation for 200-1000 employees.
Responsible for inquiries on leave balances including updates to leave accruals, payouts, and inter-company transfers.
Successfully Performed audits of employee payroll and employee master data as requested.
Proven track record of identifying opportunities to streamline processes. and make recommendations for implementation.
Responsible for managing employee master data across multiple software platforms. Which includes position classification data, promotion, termination, compensation changes, transfers, tax information, banking information and paycheck deductions.
Support projects and initiatives across Valero HRAS/Time Management, Compensation and Payroll departments for multi-state enterprise and global locations in Canada, UK, and Mexico.
Execute data patrols and queries to ensure compliance and data integrity and mitigate business risk.
Support for bi-weekly and semi-monthly multi-state and global payroll validation.
Answer inquiries on leave balances including updates to leave accruals, payouts, and inter-company transfers.
Support audits of employee data as requested.
Test applicable time administration/labor processes on an as needed basis.
Update process documents and training aids to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Coordinate with other departments across enterprise and global locations to address time administration, compensation and payroll matters
Participate in annual I-9 self audits of designated locations.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes. and make recommendations for implementation.
Responsible for employee master data across multiple software platforms. Which includes position classification data, promotion, termination, compensation changes, transfers, tax information, banking information and paycheck deductions.
Perform verification of team members work for data integrity and accuracy of entry. Report to leadership data anomalies or concerning data trends or discrepancies.
Exercise extreme confidentiality and attention to detail regarding employee information. Strive for error free entry and management of data.
Serve as point of contact and support for employees regarding HR related questions including HR portal issues and master data entry problems. These activities are performed for employees and refinery HR personnel across a multi state and global environment.
Northside ISD
Robert L. Vale Middle School 2014 - 2017
Technology Support &Training Specialist
Managed all technology Training for campus teachers and staff on NISD iPad Initiative, and other campus mobile devices.
Trained teachers and staff on computer hardware, software, and applications including GAFE and Microsoft Office
Assists with special projects and cross departmental projects
Helped coordinate Volunteers for annual Career Day
Experienced in presenting to groups as big as 90 staff members.
Experienced in creating campus communication, and training materials in both written and digital form.
Complete, training surveys, and inventory surveys to capture data using Google forms and survey software.
Maintain Campus Social Media Accounts
Maintain Campus and Professional Websites
Provided technology and communications training to campus staff on in-service days.
Make recommendations to administration for campus technology acquisitions.
Experience with Google Apps, Mail, Docs, Excel, Word, Power Point, Publisher, Photos Shop, Adobe, and other publishing software.
Compiled raw data and analysis reports on inventory projections for procurement and allocation purposes.
Analyze captured data using various techniques in Excel and producing reports and infographics for the purpose of answering specific department and campus questions regarding technology inventory and use.
Created forms for compiling work order data and following up on action items to ensure repair of campus assets.
Responsible for maintaining campus mobile device data.
Knowledge of the use and support of personal computers, mobile/wireless devices and related peripheral devices.
Push updates to devices as necessary. Report issues to MD Manager as necessary.
Northside ISD. 2012 - 2014
Pupil Personnel Assistant to VP
Perform clerical and secretarial duties as assigned by Vice Principal, Academic Dean, and Assistant Principal.
Prepare correspondence, spreadsheets, reports, and various other forms of paperwork.
Maintain student VPO files in SIS
Assist with special projects and functions of the department
Highly proficient in: E School Plus SIS,Smart Find Express, N-Time, Grade Speed, ERO, and TEAS.
Handle claim form for Work related injuries and communicate with Human Resources
Maintain N-Time system for VPO office.
Produce Student Reports as Necessary
Create Attendance Warning Notices, and the necessary paperwork involved in the TEAS system.
Maintain positive contact with students, parents, and staff.
Maintain referrals from teachers and distribute to appropriate administrator for discipline disposition.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity.
Assisted in coordination of campus volunteers Watch Dog Progrsm.
Natures Herb Farm 2010 - 2012
Office/Human Resource Manager
Responsible for recruiting, selecting, on-boarding, and training employees
Responsible for accounts receivable
Assist in accounts payable and payroll
Consult with business leaders on HR priorities and strategy
Provided guidance to management and employees on HR-related concerns
Responsible for implementing strategic and operational HR plans
Assists with special projects
Maintained office services by organizing office operations and procedures; controlling correspondence; designing filing systems; reviewing and approving supply requisitions; assigning and monitoring clerical functions.
Maintained office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems, layouts, and equipment procurement.
Designed and implemented office policies by establishing standards and procedures; measuring results against standards; making necessary adjustments.
Performed compensation analysis and maintained job descriptions
Created and executed reports using QuickBooks HRIS to pull data for analysis purpose by the owner.
Completed operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
Maintained office staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
Maintain Company Website and Social Media
Responsible for invoicing
Responsible for monthly billing and maintain accounts receivable
Responsible for customer service
Freelance Human Resource Coordinator/Student/Temp (Relocated by Military) 2008 - 2011
Responsible for completing various freelance HR projects from home. These projects include internet research, data entry, resume writing, reference checking, and other administrative duties as needed.
Also attended classes in pursuit of my BS degree in Human Resource Management.
Beaird Company Manufacturing 2007 - 2008
Human Resources Manager/Executive Assistant
Maintained personnel files, applications, I-9 forms, drug screening and medical documents.
Consult with business leaders on HR priorities and strategy
Responsible for implementing strategic and operational HR plans
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and processing all new hires.
Attended area job fairs.
Responsible for writing and revising job descriptions
Responsible for salary surveys, and analysis
Responsible for conducting new employee orientations.
Responsible for maintaining workers’ compensation claims and program maintenance.
Participated in employee investigations and provided recommendations on solutions.
Responsible for assigning light duty and modified duty.
Responsible for reviewing Section 125 forms for accuracy and completeness.
Responsible for assisting with FMLA leave administration.
Maintained employee training files.
Provided guidance to management on HR-related matters and concerns.
Responsible for state IWTP Training Grant administration and planning.
Responsible for reports pertaining to the LA departments of Labor, OSHA, and LA DEQ.
Participated in special projects specified by executive management.
Compiled and composed the monthly company newsletter.
Participated in several internal ISO audits.
Participated in annual union negotiations.
Conduct new employee orientation on standard safety procedures for the plant.
Responsible for preparing materials for upcoming training classes and safety meetings.
Participate in bi-weekly safety meetings for plant safety captains and supervisors.
Responsible for building and implementing OSHA tool box training modules.
Facilitate and perform training for "Powered Industrial Trucks” Generate PIT licenses and maintain database of new employees' training and certifications.
Responsible for developing company-wide emergency response guide.
Write safety policies/procedures and distribute to employees when necessary.
Address safety concerns from employees and safety captains with upper management.
Maintain maintenance request database, and follow up with maintenance department on status or work orders.
Update MSDS sheets and keep plant records current.
Research OSHA and EPA regulations. Assist Safety director and EHS Director with any and all projects.
Responsible for maintaining various databases and pull reports as needed to answer specific EHS questions.
Responsible for executing reports on injury trends for Safety Director and Operations Director.
Conco Food Service 2006 - 2007
Human Resource/Payroll Manager/Executive Assistant
Maintained personnel files, applications, I-9 forms, W-4 forms, drug screening and medical documents.
Actively recruited employees by participating in local job fairs
Involved with the Transition Assistance Program at Barksdale AFB.
Also responsible for maintaining job openings on various websites and job boards.
Searched resume databases for qualified candidates.
Set up interviews with potential candidates for job openings and made recommendations to supervisors.
Arranged for candidates skill testing and drug screening.
Responsible for maintaining department of labor documents and reports.
Processed all new hire paperwork.
Explained benefits program and signed new hires up for health, dental, life and AFLAC insurance.
Recorded work-related accidents/injuries/illnesses, and was responsible for reporting these to worker’s comp carrier.
Responsible for maintaining workers comp files and following up on claims.
Reported all terminations to department of labor and completed termination paperwork.
Answered employee inquiries on benefits, hours, payroll, etc.
Responsible for writing and reviewing job descriptions
Responsible for salary surveys, and analysis
Processed weekly payroll for 85 employees and ran reports for accuracy and completeness
Maintained employee hours in e-time system and ran reports for accuracy and completeness
Responsible for the upkeep of attendance logs, and various HR spreadsheets which tracked employee pay rates, and other important employee information.
Created and ran filters for captured HR
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