Human Resources Generalist 09/2022 – 3/2025
Optimal/DS Political | Remote
A digital advertising firm specializing in data-driven programmatic ad campaigns for progressive political candidates, advocacy groups, and causes.
- Optimized Benefits Administration – Identified invoice discrepancies in HRIS EDI feeds and collaborated with vendors to streamline enrollment accuracy, reducing errors and enhancing payroll integration.
- Led HR Compliance Audits – Conducted I-9 and employee file audits, resolving missing documentation issues and ensuring full compliance with federal & state regulations.
- Improved Performance Review Processes – Implemented Lattice for goal setting and performance tracking, increasing goal completion rates across multiple teams.
- Enhanced Leave Administration – Provided guidance on FMLA, parental leave, and disability policies, ensuring seamless support and compliance.
- Boosted DEI & Employee Engagement – Created monthly DEI initiatives and employee engagement campaigns via Slack and intranet that strengthened workplace culture.
- Ensured Plan Compliance – Partnered with brokers to lead annual non-discrimination testing, proactively identifying and addressing risk areas ahead of regulatory deadlines.
- Managed RxDC & Benefit Census Reporting – Managed RxDC and Benefit Census reporting processes from start to submission, ensuring 100% compliance and data accuracy in collaboration with third-party vendors.
- Managed Multi-Line Benefits Programs – Oversaw administration of Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary benefits (including 125 Cafeteria Plans) to drive seamless HRIS integration and responsive employee support during Open Enrollment.
Human Resources Generalist 05/2021 – 06/2022
Diversified Management Corporation | Hybrid
A multi-state management services firm providing HR, administrative, and operational support for businesses in industries such as healthcare, real estate, and corporate services.
- HR Process Standardization – Designed new hire onboarding frameworks for 450+ employees across Colorado & Texas to reduce training inconsistencies.
- Enhanced Policy Engagement – Designed and deployed video-based policy training, increasing adoption rates and reducing compliance-related incidents across multiple departments.
- Improved Hiring & Retention – Trained hiring managers on new candidate engagement techniques, reducing early-stage turnover among newly acquired employees.
- Strengthened Employee Relations – Provided guidance on employee relations and compliance issues, leading to fewer disputes and improved workplace morale.
Human Resources Generalist 11/2018 – 05/2021
Veritas Steel, LLC | Hybrid
A leading manufacturer specializing in complex bridge fabrication and heavy steel structures, serving infrastructure and construction projects across the United States.
- Refined Talent Acquisition Strategy – Overhauled recruitment processes by leveraging Facebook Groups, job boards, and local technical colleges to improve qualified candidate flow.
- Boosted New Hire Engagement – Partnered with managers on structured onboarding and engagement strategies to reduce new hire attrition within the first 90 days.
- Led Benefits & Payroll Processing – Managed benefits administration, enrollments, COBRA, and payroll inquiries to provide seamless employee support.
Human Resources Based Contract Roles 09/2016 – 08/2018
Manpower Employment Contracts, Adecco Employment Contracts
Provided HR support across manufacturing and corporate environments, specializing in recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations to streamline HR operations and improve workforce engagement.
- Human Resources Generalist | Wisconsin Metal Fab, LLC (June 2018 – Aug 2018)
- Human Resources Assistant | Phillips-Medisize (2017–2018)
- Contingent Recruiter | Nordson EDI (2017–2018)
- Human Resources Assistant | Nestlé Nutrition (2016–2017)