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e rivera

@erivera

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Experienced HR Manager with a focus on diversity and inclusion.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters a collaborative culture, emphasizes employee development, and offers opportunities for strategic HR initiatives.

I am an HR Manager with over 11 years of progressive experience in implementing diversity and inclusion programs that enhance employee engagement and retention. My strategic approach has allowed me to create a mission-aligned culture within organizations, pioneering value-added programs that support business strategies. I excel in strengthening stakeholder engagement by building strong relationships with customers and team members, ensuring alignment with company goals.

Throughout my career, I have masterminded the strategy and implementation of various HR processes, including pension administration, vendor management, and financial reconciliation. My efforts have significantly improved accuracy and audit outcomes. I take pride in owning culture status metrics and insights, ensuring successful implementation of growth and change initiatives across the organization.

As a recognized leader, I have demonstrated success in recruitment and retention, focusing on enhancing employee-organization relations through exceptional benefits programs. My experience as an independent HR consultant has further honed my skills in policy implementation and compliance, allowing me to provide tailored solutions to business challenges.

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Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

HR Assistant (LIAISON)

Current

USDA-ARS

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Spearheaded the processing of 100+ suitability tickets daily for new hires, guaranteeing seamless onboarding and compliance with federal hiring standards. Optimized personnel security clearance processes, successfully sponsoring 200+ federal and 600+ non-federal employees nationwide, reducing security breaches by 75%. Maintained HR data systems, entering and securing personally identifiable inform

Data Management Systems Implementation Onboarding EmpowHR Workflow Optimization Employee Relations

HR Specialist

Amazon

Jan 2016 - Dec 2022 (6 years 11 months)

Conducted comprehensive policy audits and implemented structured guidelines, leading to a 30% reduction in HR inquiries and increased process efficiency. Refined 100+ job opportunity announcements by ensuring compliance with federal hiring standards, legal requirements, and organizational policies, resulting in a 40% increase in the recruitment of qualified applicants. Led strategic workforce plan

Workforce Planning Compliance Data Management

Independent HR Consultant

Jan 2016 - Dec 2020 (4 years 11 months)

Implemented HR policies and procedures from the ground up for three salon locations, ensuring compliance with labor laws and best HR practices. Spearheaded the full-cycle recruitment process, successfully hiring and onboarding top-tier stylists, receptionists, and support staff to meet business expansion needs. Established performance management systems, introducing employee evaluation metrics and

HR Policies Recruitment Performance Management

Human Resources Generalist

U. S. Virgin Islands Department of Education

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 11 months)

Analyzed key HR metrics on turnover and terminations by utilizing HRMS reporting tools, ensuring accurate workforce tracking and processing 500+ personnel actions with precise system coding. Expanded recruitment sources by fostering relationships with community organizations, job boards, and referral networks, leading to enhanced candidate sourcing and a more diverse talent pool. Managed HRIS data

HRIS Data Management Employee Relations