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Senior Human Resources Advisor, SMB
BambeeSenior Human Resources Advisor, SMB
May. 2017 - Jan. 2018Santa Monica, CABambee allows you to hire an HR manager for just $99 a month. Plus small businesses get access to a free suite of powerful HR tools and services that help them stay compliant. Manage and advise multiple small businesses and act as their primary HR Advisor for termination related issues Review the specifics of each case with the small business owner surrounding them and their employee Offer guidance to small business owners who are terminating an employee and coach them through each of their terminations Prepare and send business owners exit paperwork and walk them through best practice guidelines Act as the general coach for small business owners as it relates to each case and answer questions they might have All internal Human Resource duties for Bambee employees Advise engineering department on HR mandates and Bambee.com content.
Intermittent Director of Human Resources
Adelson, Testan, Brundo, Novell & JimenezIntermittent Director of Human Resources
Mar. 2015 - Jun. 2015Westlake Village, CA
Senior Human Resources Manager
Adelson, Testan, Brundo, Novell & JimenezSenior Human Resources Manager
Dec. 2013 - Jun. 2015Westlake Village, CARecruit applicants via online and internal postings including; Clerks, Legal Secretaries, Attorneys and Partners. Ensure compliance with DOL, EEOC, OSHA, and ADA Consults with legal counsel as appropriate, and/or as directed by the CEO and VP of HR Perform background checks via Intellicorp.com Management of HRIS: ADP / HRB Workforce Now and Pay Expert Portals Proficient in ADP/ HRB workforce now REPORT Generation. Facilitate benefits renewals and open enrollments: STD, LTD, Medical, Dental, Vision plans, AFLAC enrollment, FSA, 401k (Loans and enrollments) Manage Employee recognition programs Process Workers Compensation claims, Quarterly claims reviews, and Renewals Process STD/ LTD with state disability. Process FMLA /PDL / CFRA Leave letters and claim forms Perform terminations, new hire orientations, disciplinary action, and office safety assessments Manage benefit invoices for MetLife, Eyemed, Intellicorp, AFLAC, and United Health Care Process employment verifications Management of current / former employee records and files Responsible for Bureau of Labor Statistics Quarterly Worksite Reporting for all properties nationally Proficient knowledge and implementation of labor and safety laws in California, Texas, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Nevada, Oklahoma, Florida, Nebraska and Illinois. Manage employee safety program through Travelers Insurance Facilitate Ergonomic Assessments for all properties and implement changes accordingly Inform and Collaborate with General Counsel on various employee relation matters such as: terminations; disciplinary action; subpoenas; and litigations against the firm Process unemployment claims and EDD interviews for all 12 states. Attend and represent the firm in Unemployment Appeals hearings Attend Human Resources annual conferences for SHRM, PIHRA, ALA, and GLAALA Revised and Implemented new company policies handbook Created and Implemented formal Job Descriptions for all positions throughout the company
Human Resources Manager
Thomas Keller Restaurant GroupHuman Resources Manager
Mar. 2012 - Nov. 2013Bouchon Beverly Hills, CARecruit applicants via online postings, schools, and job fairs. Conduct all phone screenings, schedule interviews, and perform all introductory interviews. Process all new hire paperwork with HRIS system Ceridian and ADP Workforce Now. Conduct all new hire orientations and facility tours. Manage HRIS and personnel files for hourly and salary staff of 200 employees in accordance to HIPPA and confidentiality laws. Coordinate and organize the annual All Staff meeting with Chef Thomas Keller. Process Workman’s Compensation claims, FMLA, LOA, EDD audits, and Unemployment claims. Perform Worker’s Compensation and OSHA walkthroughs and ensure compliance through facilitating monthly staff safety training. Input payroll deductions, direct deposits, management parking and phone allowances, and reimbursements. Facilitate employee satisfaction surveys bi annually. Facilitate all 401 (k) processes including enrollments, rollovers, withdrawals, and loans. Proficient use of MICROS POS back office procedures which include, but not limited to: adding new hires, adjusting pay rates, job codes, and time cards changes, creating labor reports, etc. Process insurance benefits packages, open enrollment, life insurance, and long term disability. Facilitate COBRA upon termination. Perform performance counseling’s and corrective action plans for all employees. Process termination paperwork, delivery of separation notices, and complete termination processes and protocols. This includes collecting uniforms; canceling benefits, parking cards, and elevator cards; conducting exit interviews; send final paychecks and resignation/ term letters with EDD. Manage new manager on boarding processes and protocols. Coordinate externship opportunities and observations. Coordinate travel for all management team members. Coordinate monthly manager meeting agendas Direct and manage employee programs such as: Employee Gratitude Program, Mentors Club, Future Leaders Program, Core Value Program.
HR recruiter
Minuteman Parking CompanyHR recruiter
Feb. 2012 - Mar. 2012El segundo, CAUtilized online recruiting software Pre screen applicants through phone interview Schedule personal interviews Email correspondence to site managers across California and Seattle, Washington Investigate application status Answer phones
Independent Business Owner
Aunt Funky's Closet, Inc.Independent Business Owner
Jun. 2010 - May. 2017Greater Los Angeles AreaSetup of designer Showroom Third Eye Studios LA Acquisition of retail buyers specific to brand target market Utilization of design techniques and tools involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Presenting, promoting, and selling showroom products and services, including marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. Designing original avant-garde design concepts by topic or inspirational mood boards. Matching and detecting differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. Direct and train interns and apprentices on new design techniques and concepts Design original clothing and accessories Design garments and accessories that follow well established fashion trends as well as forecasting trends with fashion forward designs Develop the line of color and utilization of traditional and unconventional design materials Cultivation and creation of client design ideas Set prices for styles, Development of capsule accessory collections Acquisition of stockists / retailers through dynamic sale presentations Creation and sale of Aunt Funky’s Closet, Inc. coffee table book, mini look-book business card, and wholesale line sheet Innovative marketing through stockists, wholesale catalogs, mini look-books, website, social media and LCD video look-books. Direct and coordinate showroom personnel Identify target markets for designs, looking at factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic status Provide sample garments to agents and sales representatives, and arrange for showings of sample garments at sales meetings, fashion and trade shows. Read scripts and consulting directors and other production staff in order to develop design concepts and plan productions. Coordinate and negotiate rates for Pulls / Rentals by wardrobe stylists, creative directors and celebrity clientele
Operations Manager
Praise N' Motion Dance and Performing Arts CenterOperations Manager
Jun. 2003 - Dec. 2011Houston, Texas AreaRecruited to help open new company in Houston, TX, guiding the startup and management of a full spectrum of HR operations, systems and programs. Worked with owners to create HR policies and procedures; recruit employees; manage personnel payroll; develop orientation, training and incentive programs. Manage staff schedule and personnel records; Create and progressive student programs; administer operations budget; and handle HR generalist workplace issues.  Played a key role in ensuring the successful launch of the Houston facility. Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, incentives and new-employee orientation.  Leverage in-house recruitment efforts and online recruiting resources to examine and hire ideal candidate  Manage the selection, presentation, closing, negotiation, offer, administrative components, and hiring of new employees while maintaining well-ordered and accurate documentation on all candidates and new hires. Reduced budget costs by 35% annually through meticulous research of more efficient processes in recruiting, supply acquisitions, and vendors. Wrote employee and student operations manual Performed quarterly personnel evaluations. Create and maintain company website, logos, and marketing tools (i.e. radio advertisements, craigslist postings, flyers, etc.) Procure and maintain new after school, church, and recreational center program sites. Introduced and maintained a progressive performing arts program for children and adults with mental and physical disabilities. Manage, schedule, and facilitate facility rentals and rental agreements. Ensure renters have all facility rental requests and manage audio/ visual, catering, and other vendors for events. Facilitate conflict resolution among personnel; documented and did follow ups on all filed personnel grievances and concerns while maintaining discretion and a positive work environment. 
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