Jennifer Karpinskas
San Marcos,CA
Summary
My passion for human resources stems from my academic and athletic background. I hold a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from The George Washington University and a Master of Science in Sports and Exercise Psychology from Northumbria University. As a form water polo assistant coach and a student-athlete, I learned the importance of teamwork, leadership and time management which are essential for any HR professional. My goal is to leverage my skills and knowledge to enhance the employee experience and contribute to the success of the organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Assistant
Fuse Integration
11.2024 - Current
- Supported ERP implementation and handled core HR operations, including timekeeping, PTO/sick leave approvals, Paychex profile updates, and OSHA compliance documentation.
- Lead recruiting and onboarding efforts by creating job descriptions, posting roles, conducting interviews, preparing new hires, and running new hire orientation.
- Manage employee lifecycle initiatives such as exit interviews, surveys, handbook updates, open enrollment co-management, and maintaining accurate HR records.
- Coordinate company-wide programs and communications, including Fusion Friday presentations, monthly open positions emails, end-of-year bonuses support, and company events.
- Improve HR processes by creating centralized tracking tools, surveys, checklists, and documentation to increase efficiency, visibility, and consistency across teams.
Administrative Coordinator (Contract Position)
City of Oceanside
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Entered Data into spreadsheets, databases, and other software programs.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails and distributed mail.
- Developed filing systems that makes it easier to locate important documents.
Human Resources Coordinator
King & Spalding
06.2021 - Current
- Execute the onboarding of employees, preparing onboarding materials to processing and submitting new hire paperwork through HR orientation
- Prepare all termination paperwork and checklist for employees during the offboarding process
- Discreetly, promptly and accurately answer day to day questions from employees
- Organize and execute various office-wide programming, including, but not limited to: Staff Appreciation Week, the Annual Health Fair, the Annual Flu Shot, Luncheons
- Create and maintain electronic employee records for three offices personnel in the firm’s systems
- Assist with talent acquisition and manage open requisitions
Human Resources Intern
Prescient Edge
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Created employee handbook and affirmative action plan for sister company
- Managed onboarding new employees and employees that exited
- Revitalized the manager training program
- Created job descriptions and post over forty job postings
- Assisted the HR Manager prepare for payroll twice a month
Assistant Water Polo Coach
The George Washington University
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Recruited and analyzed fifteen potential future players to increase the skill level of the team
- Mentored athletes both in academics and athletics to strengthen the team atmosphere
- Arranged logistics of travel arrangements for all teammates
- Graduate Assistant
Intern
Stonecastle Land & Home Financial
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Shadowed two mortgage brokers to gain skills and learn principles of real estate lending industry loan products
- Engaged in onsite wholesale mortgage lending training at United Wholesale Mortgage in Pontiac, Michigan
Education
Master of Human Resources Management -
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Washington, DC05.2021
MSc - Sports and Exercise Psychology
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Newcastle, UK12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Minor in Speech and Hearing Sciences
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Bloomington, IN05.2018
Skills
- Communication
- Recruitment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- HR policies and procedures
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Indiana University Collegiate Division 1 Water Polo Player and Team Captain August 2014 - May 2018
- Student Athletic Advisory Committee Rep August 2016 - May 2018
- Volunteer at the School of Imagination Summer 2016
Timeline
HR Assistant
Fuse Integration
11.2024 - Current
Administrative Coordinator (Contract Position)
City of Oceanside
05.2024 - 11.2024
Human Resources Coordinator
King & Spalding
06.2021 - Current
Human Resources Intern
Prescient Edge
01.2021 - 05.2021
Assistant Water Polo Coach
The George Washington University
01.2020 - 05.2021
Intern
Stonecastle Land & Home Financial
06.2018 - 08.2018
MSc - Sports and Exercise Psychology
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Minor in Speech and Hearing Sciences
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Master of Human Resources Management -
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF BUSINESS