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Emelis Garcia

Walnut Creek

Summary

Bilingual HR professional with 5+ years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and compliance. Skilled in fostering positive culture, driving engagement, and using data to align HR strategies with business goal.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Generalist

Solargistix
09.2024 - Current

• Posted job openings on various job boards and company website.

• Streamlined the onboarding processes including new hire orientation, follow ups, and training support;

reducing turnover rates.

• Managed employee status changes within the HRIS system.

• Facilitated the offboarding process for departing employees ensuring final documentation and pay

meets required deadlines and compliance.

• Managed the HR inbox, responded to employee inquiries and requests in a timely and professional

manner and escalated to proper HR team member when needed.

• Developed company’s safety compliance program and implemented safety trainings and procedures

compliant with OSHA standards.

• Conducted thorough I-9 audit following USCIS standards, and trained authorized representatives on I-9

procedures to adopt moving forward.

• Generated internal documents such as job descriptions, offer letters, and SOP’s for HR processes.

• Established employees file system compliant with regulatory standards.

• Created company’s IIP Program ensuring compliance with California Law requirements.

• Processed payroll and conducted frequent audits on employees’ timecards and break periods ensuring

compliance with California’s employee break time laws.

• Offered development training to management staff on basic HR practices and procedures.

• Managed workers compensation claims.

HR Manager

SK Builders
02.2022 - Current

• Established and developed the HR department from the ground up at SK Builders, creating foundational policies and procedures that enhanced organizational effectiveness.
• Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations by
recommending best practices and reviewing policies and practices.
• Developed and implemented OSHA compliant safety policies and procedures in order stay compliant with industry regulations.
• Recruited and facilitated the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborated with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Processed weekly payroll using Quickbooks.
• Implemented, conducted and tracked anti-sexual harassment training resulting in a more inclusive workplace culture.
• Oversaw workers' compensation program and decreased claims by 15% , implementing proactive injury prevention strategies.
• Organized team building activities and events, increasing employees morale and motivation.

Human Resources Specialist

Citarella Gourmet Markets
04.2021 - 02.2022

• Managed employee benefits programs, ensuring timely processing and accurate record-keeping.
• Oversaw the onboarding process including: pre-employment screenings, weekly new hire orientation, documentation, and safety training.
• Managed workers' compensation program and decreased claims by 35% , implementing proactive injury prevention strategies.
• Maintained employees records on HRIS system to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Conducted background checks and employment eligibility verifications.
• Maintained and updated the applicant tracking system (ATS) with candidate information and
recruitment statuses.
• Posted job openings on various job boards and company websites.
• Managed employee status changes within the HRIS system.
• Facilitated the offboarding process for departing employees ensuring final documentation and pay meets required deadlines and compliance.
• Managed the HR inbox, responded to employee inquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner and escalated to proper HR team member when needed.

Human Resources Administrator

Tao Group Hospitality
03.2019 - 05.2020

• Led orientation sessions in English and Spanish, effectively communicating company expectations, policies, benefits, and safety practices to new hires, ensuring a smooth integration into company culture.
• Handled pre-screening procedures for incoming employees, minimizing potential risks associated with negligent hiring practices.
• Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
• Oversaw workers' compensation program for employees.
• Supported recruitment efforts by attending job fairs, open houses, and recruiting events to attract diverse talent pools and source qualified candidates for various positions.
• Attended and documented employee disciplinary meetings and terminations.
• Processed unemployment insurance claims, ensuring detailed and accurate information within established time frames.
• Managed employee benefits programs, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate record-keeping.
• Executed a seamless off-boarding process, helping minimize legal risks, maintaining positive
relationships with former employees, and protecting company's reputation.
• Conducted regular audits and generated monthly reports, leading to increased compliance with labor laws and procedures.

Sales Associate/Customer Service

Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Providing differentiated customer service by anticipating customer needs, demonstrating compassion and care in all interactions, and actively identifying and resolving potential service issues
  • Focusing on the customer by giving a warm and friendly greeting, and offering help locating additional items, when needed
  • Accurately perform cashier duties - handling cash, checks and credit card transactions with precision while following company policies and procedures
  • Maintaining the sales floor by restocking shelves, checking in vendors, updating pricing information and completing inventory management tasks as directed by store manager
  • Supporting opening and closing store activities, when needed
  • Providing customer support to all departments, including photo and beauty, ensuring departments are fully stocked and operational while remaining current with all updated services and tools
  • Assisting pharmacy personnel when needed, including working regular shifts in the pharmacy as part of opportunities for growth and career development.

Administrative Assistant

Bob's Discount Furniture
01.2016 - 11.2017
  • Streamlined internal and customer communication, ensuring accurate and on-time deliveries and increasing store overall performance.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Managed high-volume payment processing tasks, consistently meeting deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality.
  • Monitored outstanding balances, following up on overdue payments to minimize loss or delay in revenue collection.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Monitored financial performance through daily reports.

Home Caretaker

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03.2022 - Current

During my time as the primary caretaker of my child, I

Community Liaison Assistant - Intern

The Office of New York City Council from District 10th
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Strengthened community partnerships by organizing and attending collaborative events.
  • Communicated with community members to assess concerns or current issues and identify corrective measures.
  • Served as liaison between different departments internally ensuring maximum efficiency in addressing community needs.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
  • Educated constituents on available resources and support services, empowering them to make informed decisions.
  • Assisted in organization of community events, fostering positive relationships with constituents.
  • Increased public awareness of government programs through targeted outreach initiatives and informative materials.
  • Managed casework for constituents, addressing their concerns and connecting them with appropriate resources.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Administration, Concentration in HR

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY

Skills

  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Benefits Administration
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Termination Documentation
  • Procedure Compliance
  • Employee Relations
  • Performance Review
  • HRIS: ADP Workforce Now, Paylocity, Valiant, Paychex
  • ATS: Jobvite
  • Personnel File Management
  • Google Suite, Sharepoint, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Fluent in Spanish

Timeline

HR Generalist

Solargistix
09.2024 - Current

Home Caretaker

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03.2022 - Current

HR Manager

SK Builders
02.2022 - Current

Human Resources Specialist

Citarella Gourmet Markets
04.2021 - 02.2022

Human Resources Administrator

Tao Group Hospitality
03.2019 - 05.2020

Community Liaison Assistant - Intern

The Office of New York City Council from District 10th
06.2018 - 08.2018

Administrative Assistant

Bob's Discount Furniture
01.2016 - 11.2017

Sales Associate/Customer Service

Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2013 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Public Administration, Concentration in HR

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Emelis Garcia