Haydee Russo

Background

About Haydee Russo

Collaborative and caring HR Professional with 15+ years experience leading and motivating employees with authenticity and integrity.*Utilizes interpersonal communication, poise and professionalism for all interactions.*Provides consultation with managers on performance management issues & resolutions.*Handles employee relations investigations objectively.*Implements company policies and procedures, assuring compliance.*Manages employee information with confidentiality utilizing HRIS for reporting metrics.*Conducts full cycle recruiting & administers compensation.*Onboards employees, conducts orientations, verifies I-9 documents.*Collaborates with hiring managers to develop effective staffing strategies.*Stays current in federal, state and local employment laws, maintaining compliance.*Administers and tracks leaves of absences (FMLA, WPFML, ADA and emergency COVID leaves).*Provides quality customer service during Benefit Open Enrollment and HR inquiries.*Handles workers compensation, investigating situation and working with managers and employees to accurately document occurrences.*Processes employment verifications.*Performs exit interviews & terminations.*Manages unemployment claims and provides documentation to ESD.*Administers mentor and intern programs, boosting retention with workshops and LMS trainings.*Plans and organizes employee activities, conferences and special events.*Serves as an employee resource, assisting, guiding and solving problems.