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Sarahdia Renelus

San Rafael CA,CA

Summary

Dynamic Human Resources Specialist with expertise in employee benefits laws and leave management at Kelleher Corporation. Successfully resolved complex benefits issues, enhancing employee satisfaction and retention. Proficient in ADP and Paylocity, with strong verbal communication skills, ensuring clear benefits explanations and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Specialist

Kelleher Corporation
06.2021 - Current

03Maintained compliance with federal regulations regarding FMLA, ADA, CFRA, PDL and other relevant laws governing employee benefits for

  • Assisted in resolving complex benefits issues, leading to increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
  • Performed benefits audits to identify discrepancies and opportunities for improvement in plan design or administration.
  • Managed COBRA compliance, ensuring timely notifications and accurate administration for former employees.
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.

Interpreter

Center for Gender & Refugee Studies at UC Hastings
09.2019 - 12.2024
  • Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • Provided oral interpretations for clients during special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
  • Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.

Office Manager

Warmthings Inc.
08.2008 - 03.2021
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies for 5 locations
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.
  • Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Dominican University of California
San Rafael, CA
05-2011

Skills

  • Employee benefits laws
  • FMLA, CFRA and PDL comprehension
  • Proficient in Microsoft
  • Leave management
  • Highly skilled in, ADP, Paylocity, Workforce and UKG
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Onboarding and orientation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Benefits explanation

Certification

  • Departmental Honors - International Economic Development2001

Languages

Kreyol
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Human Resources Specialist

Kelleher Corporation
06.2021 - Current

Interpreter

Center for Gender & Refugee Studies at UC Hastings
09.2019 - 12.2024

Office Manager

Warmthings Inc.
08.2008 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Dominican University of California
Sarahdia Renelus