Monica Gonzalez
@monicagonzalez
Results-driven HR professional specializing in leave management and recruiting.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven HR professional with extensive experience in leave management, recruiting, and benefits administration. My career has been marked by a commitment to streamlining HR processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the employee experience through proactive problem-solving. I excel at working with HRIS systems, managing audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.
Currently, I serve as a Benefits and Leave of Absence Specialist at TrueBlue, where I administer various employee leave types and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. My role involves collaborating with vendors and internal teams to optimize leave management processes, conducting training sessions for managers, and advising employees on leave policies. I take pride in my ability to resolve complex leave situations and facilitate seamless transitions for employees returning to work.
Previously, I worked as a Recruitment & Training Human Resource Service Representative, where I managed full-cycle recruitment and supported employee benefits and leave administration. My experience also includes developing training programs and enhancing data accuracy to improve the overall employee experience. I am passionate about creating a positive workplace culture and am dedicated to continuous improvement in HR practices.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Benefits and Leave of Absence Specialist
TrueBlueInc.
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Administered all employee leave types including FMLA, ADA, COVID, USERRA, state, and Canada leave, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Managed leave data, ran audits, and processed documentation across multiple HR systems, serving as the main point of contact for employees and vendors.
Human Resource Service Representative
TrueBlue
Jun 2021 - Present (4 years)
Provided support on employee benefits, leave administration, and open enrollment, assisting in policy updates, SOP development, and HR ticket resolution. Conducted audits and data entry to maintain compliance and system accuracy, managing employee inquiries regarding payroll deductions and benefits.
HR Recruiter/Operations Specialist
PeopleReadySkilledTrades
Nov 2017 - Present (7 years 7 months)
Managed full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding, and compliance, while maintaining applicant tracking and job postings across multiple platforms. Conducted payroll processing and workforce scheduling to meet operational demands, and developed training programs for recruiting and operations teams.
Shift Manager
Starbucks Coffee Company
Jun 2009 - Present (16 years)
Trained and coached employees to improve efficiency and customer service, while managing inventory, cash handling, and operational compliance. Supervised a team of baristas, providing guidance and performance feedback to improve service quality and implemented cost-saving measures.
Education
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Menlo College
Bachelor of Business Management, Human Resource Management
Studied Business Management with a focus on Human Resource Management. Gained expertise in HR systems, leave and benefits administration, and compliance.
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