Arianna Hernandez
Caldwell
Summary
HR professional with comprehensive experience in full-cycle employee relations, onboarding, recruitment support, and HR administration within high-volume, multi-site environments. Expertise in managing the employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, training coordination, compliance, and daily HR operations. Recognized for exceptional administrative skills, meticulous attention to detail, and fostering positive relationships across all organizational levels. PHR-certified and bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing communication and support capabilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
Children of America
Delray Beach
12.2024 - 03.2026
- Led employee relations and compliance initiatives for over 60 schools across multiple states as primary HR advisor to directors and regional leadership.
- Conducted independent investigations, including interviews, documentation, findings, and corrective action recommendations.
- Designed and maintained Excel-based tracking systems for discipline, attendance, and infractions to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Advised leadership on progressive discipline, performance management, attendance issues, and terminations to mitigate legal risks.
- Prepared data-driven reports and dashboards analyzing trends in conduct, attendance, and turnover to inform leadership decisions.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with HR leadership, compliance, and operations teams through virtual platforms and in-person meetings.
- Supported directors and managers in real-time problem-solving while upholding standardized HR practices across locations.
- Facilitated employee communication to resolve workplace conflicts and improve employee relations.
- Managed documentation and compliance for various leave programs and policies.
Human Resources Business Partner
Calder Casino
Miami Gardens
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Acted as a strategic HR partner supporting a high-volume, fast-paced hospitality and gaming workforce, advising leaders on talent strategy, employee relations, and workforce planning.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offer processes, and onboarding for regulated and non-regulated roles.
- Led comprehensive onboarding and orientation programs, ensuring compliance with gaming regulations and creating a positive, engaging new hire experience
- Provided employee relations support, conducting investigations, resolving workplace concerns, and coaching managers on performance management.
- Partnered with leadership to drive engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and employee events to enhance culture and retention.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, labor laws, and regulatory requirements within a highly regulated casino environment.
- Coordinated benefits enrollment, leave administration, and policy interpretation for employees and managers.
- Analyzed workforce metrics and generated reports to support staffing strategies, turnover reduction, and operational planning.
- Identified process gaps, implemented improvements across recruitment, onboarding, and communication workflows to enhance efficiency.
- Developed and maintained job descriptions, performance evaluation forms, employee handbooks, and other HR related documents.
- Developed wellness programs to enhance employee engagement and morale, fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Conducted new hire orientation sessions and onboarding activities to ensure successful transition into the organization.
Human Resources Specialist
U.S. Air Force
Aurora
09.2014 - 03.2022
- Provided remote HR support to personnel and leadership during COVID-19, managing virtual onboarding, documentation, benefits coordination, and compliance across distributed teams.
- Prepared reports and documentation to support leadership planning and personnel readiness. Selected for roles requiring high confidentiality, policy interpretation, and leadership advising.
- Assisted in policy development to align human resources practices with organizational goals.
- Established and generated various reports to verify HR compliance.
- Developed and documented HR procedures to refine processes and drive compliance with policies.
- Safeguarded human resource information, maintaining employee confidence and protecting operations.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships across the organization, enhancing collaboration and improving employee experience.
- Worked closely with other departments to ensure compliance with federal regulations related to Human Resources.
- Collaborated with legal, finance, and human resources departments during audits.
Education
Master of Science - Business Management
University of Colorado Denver
Denver05-2022
Skills
- Talent acquisition and recruitment
- Onboarding and performance management
- Employee relations and wellness
- HR policy development
- Workforce planning and organizational development
- HRIS management and risk management
- Effective communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Organizational effectiveness
Certification
- PHR
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
Children of America
12.2024 - 03.2026
Human Resources Business Partner
Calder Casino
03.2022 - 12.2023
Human Resources Specialist
U.S. Air Force
09.2014 - 03.2022
Master of Science - Business Management
University of Colorado Denver