Led the planning and execution of recruitment process for various states, including California, Utah, and Nevada to ensure the selection of reliable candidates with right skillset. Built positive working relationships with employees to promote employee longevity. Assisted in the development and implementation of policies and safety programs by liaising effectively with cross-functional team members.• Recognized by executive members for consistently ensuring complete compliance with regulatory standards, including OSHA, I-9, and E-verify.• Successfully deployed new HRIS and payroll system, designed for improved accuracy and efficiency.

Envisioned and directed a broad range of HR operations, including new hire orientation, annual open enrollment, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) program in line with predefined policies. • Provided education, counseling, and resources for participating employees by liaising effectively with Nevada Public Employees Retirement System.• Educated employees and management on organizational benefits, investment options, and 457(b) plan through effective coaching and training while proficiently handling all changes to benefits utilizing One Solution Software.

Trained applicants, employees, and managers on company policies and procedures related to benefits. Coordinated the planning and successful running of new hire orientation and annual open enrollment events, ensuring huge success. Recorded enrollment events and changes in benefits using Workday. Liaised effectively with cross-functional teams to communicate information, pertaining to pension plan, leaves of absence, short- and long-term disability, and 457(b) and 401(a) plans. Collected and maintained accurate information related to COBRA benefits program for former employees.• Prepared and disbursed health insurance benefits for over 300 retires monthly in an accurate manner.• Reconciled operational expenses exceeding $1.8M while accurately handling payroll and monthly billing.

Oversaw a broad range of HR activities, including onboarding paperwork, I-9 verifications, employee record keeping, employee handbook creation, job description development, and payroll administration. Devised and applied measurable policies and programs focused on meeting business needs and objectives in close collaboration with executive members. Reviewed vendor contracts to check and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. • Facilitated the acquisition of operational requirements of the business by offering vital HR support.• Updated employee handbook by customizing benefits, policies, and procedures in line with unique needs of each business unit.

Performed a wide variety of HR tasks, such as screening applications, interviewing and hiring new candidates, and maintaining administrative records for both new and existing employees. Supported successful running of numerous HR initiatives, including retired employees’ benefits, FMLA program implementation, and COBRA administration by interacting well with Arizona State Retirement System /Public Safety Personnel Retirement System. Orchestrated automated benefits tracking while overseeing HRIS system.• Acquired monthly health and dental subsidies by more than $2K per retired COBRA participant by strategically negotiating employee benefits subsidies.• Slashed payroll processing time by + 50% through crafting and enforcing an automated benefits process.