Branch Coordinator/Human Resource Specialist
San Antonio, Texas Area
Entered new-hire data into PeopleSoft, an automated staffing software tool.Recorded and maintained employee files in Unity, a Payroll/Attendance System.Prepared materials to inform employees and retirees on benefit plans and assisted them in selecting appropriate coverage for their needs. Presented 5 workshops per week to onboard up to 30 new employees at one time.Conducted new employee orientation, completed benefit enrollment, prepared payroll records, recorded W-4 elections, and processed and verified I-9 documents.Processed medical, dental, disability, life, and deferred compensation plan paperwork.Reconciled, verified, modified, processed, and approved weekly payroll and salary adjustments for up to 130 personnel using Volt E-Time, an automated payroll application.Managed Workers’ Compensation and Disability claims; investigated cause of injuries, scheduled medical exams, reviewed doctors’ recommendations, and notified insurance company of employees’ status in compliance with Texas law.Reviewed and approved leave requests, including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) applications; maintained confidentiality per HIPAA.Promptly responded to personnel questions and concerns regarding Employee Benefits; escalated complaints when required by company policy.Posted and distributed notices of benefit changes and upcoming plan renewals; processed changes and renewals.Processed status changes, such as transfers, promotions, suspensions and terminations; organized COBRA enrollment, as needed.Corrected federal compliance issue by identifying improper filing of I-9 forms and developing a new filing system that ensured accurate record retention timelines, secure storage and proper disposal.Coordinated applicant drug screens and background investigations and verified references; scanned documents and recorded results in database for ease of retrieval.