Karen Guevara
Memphis
Summary
Human resources professional prepared to contribute valuable experience in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and compliance. Valued for fostering teamwork and consistently achieving results through adaptability and reliability. Proficient in conflict resolution and strategic planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
Terminix
08.2023 - 08.2025
- 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.
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Led open enrollment periods for health insurance coverage options, assisting employees in making informed decisions regarding their benefits selections.
- Provided support during organizational restructuring efforts, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while ensuring fair treatment of affected employees.
Human Resources Specialist
PeopleScout
10.2020 - 08.2023
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Wise Staffing Services
01.2011 - 08.2020
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
- Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
- Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
- Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
- Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization while minimizing timetoproductivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN06-2012
Skills
- Customer relations
- HR policies and procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Training development
- Recruiting
- Pre-employment screening
- Payroll administration
- Employee relations
- HR analytics
- Confidential document control
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
Terminix
08.2023 - 08.2025
Human Resources Specialist
PeopleScout
10.2020 - 08.2023
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Wise Staffing Services
01.2011 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Memphis
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