Yvette Monreal

I am a Sr. Certified HR professional with extensive knowledge of the core human resources functions and proven success leading the rollout of strategic initiatives while fostering a positive organizational employee engagement culture.

U.S. COAST GUARD: ● HR Specialist/Recruiter (2002 - 2006) ● HR Specialist (1996 - 2000)

ROSENDIN ELECTRIC, INC., Phoenix, AZ                                                            January 2022 – August 2025
Associate HR Business Partner/Human Resources Generalist
● Acted as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for HR information and assistance.
● Managed prompt and thorough employee relations and compliance investigations that ensured a legal,
ethical, and consistent management approach.
● Established and nurtured collaborative relationships with employees at all levels and areas across the
business to positively influence the support of strategic company goals, programs, and initiatives.
● Assisted in the development and communication of HR policies and procedures while providing guidance
and interpretation, driving awareness and ensuring compliant business success.
● Effectively coordinated employee leaves of absences; including overseeing return to work, light duty, and
accommodation request processes and tracking.
● Worked with leadership to identify training needs and delivered training through a variety of methods,
including: asynchronous online, classroom instruction, synchronous desktop, and one-on-one sessions.
● Provided expertise guidance and coaching to leaders on highly sensitive and complex employee matters
including performance management, terminations, and other employment-related matters.
● Actively participated in the implementation of a new HRIS system, including configurations, testing, and
end user training.
● Maintained HRIS database by accurately updating employee records, and generating HRIS reports.
● Actively contributed to the on time/within budget execution of special projects such as benefits open
enrollment, performance appraisals, employee engagement/recognition events, etc.
 

TELEVERDE, Phoenix, AZ                                                                                        May 2019 – September 2021
Human Resources Generalist
● Conducted employee relations investigations, maintained confidentiality and resolved issues promptly.
● Led the development of HR policies/procedures to ensure compliance with federal/state laws/regulations.
● Managed the day to day administration of employee benefits programs to include open enrollment cycles,
wellness programs, leave of absence and accommodation requests.
● Built and maintained effective partnerships across the organization to drive organizational effectiveness
and client success.
● Teamed with leadership to identify employee behavioral and technical competencies; monitored progress
of coaching, performance goals and development objectives.
● Extracted and analyzed data for HR related metrics and required employer reporting such as Equal
Employment Opportunity-1 report, Veterans 4212 report, and salary/compensation surveys.
● Led employment separation process; conducted exit interviews, analyzed and reported on exit interview
findings and attrition data, represented the company during unemployment claim hearings.
● Identified training needs and delivered the developed training in line with federal and state requirements.
● Led Diversity & Inclusion Council as Co-Chair to create & sustain a diverse and inclusive workplace.
● Actively led and participated in employee engagement and morale initiatives and events.
 

SUNDT CONSTRUCTION, INC., TEMPE, AZ                                                           August 2014 – January 2019
HRIS Analyst (March 2018 – January 2019)
● Served as functional project lead for Oracle Fusion Human Resources Information System
implementation; to include application development, data migration, integrations, and testing.
● Provided technical/functional support for HRIS applications; defined/analyzed issues and aligned
appropriate technical, application or configuration solutions to meet end user requirements.
● Developed written procedures and guidelines; trained end users on application processes and
functionalities.
Human Resources Representative (August 2014 – March 2018)
● Administered company Drug & Alcohol Testing policy (DOT & Non-DOT) in line with the Drug-Free
Workplace Act as the Designated Employee Representative (DER); leading monthly random D&A testing.
● Led Federal Contractor prevailing wage administration to include conducting subcontractor trainings,
certified payroll compliance, and government agency audits/inquiries.
● Conducted prompt, thorough, and impartial employee relations and compliance investigations; worked
closely with legal counsel on employee/labor relations response items.
● Fostered strong interdepartmental partnerships that supported company operational and strategic goals.
● Teamed with management to identify employee behavioral and technical competencies; developed and
monitored progress of performance goals and development objectives.
● Participated in development/updating/communication of policies and procedures; provided guidance and
interpretation that ensured business success and a positive workplace culture.
● Extracted and analyzed data for HR related metrics, Equal Employment Opportunity-1 report, Veterans
4212 report, salary/compensation surveys, and employee trend identification.
 

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL, PHOENIX, AZ                                         January 2007 – August 2014
Human Resources Generalist I (February 2011 – August 2014)
● Responded to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits programs, and payroll
issues in a timely manner.
● Managed complete on-boarding process; employee relocations, new-hire orientations, new-hire
documents, benefit enrollment, and retention follow up conversations.
● Administered employee record change process for Mountain Region (approximately 500 employees).
● Prepared reports related to HR metrics such as turnover rates, absenteeism rates, training participation
rates for management review in support of business objectives.
● Led the full separation process including unemployment claims, conducted exit interviews, analyzed
findings, and consulted with HR manager/payroll on findings and action plan.
Human Resources Associate I (January 2007 – February 2011)
● Conducted complete recruiting lifecycle process ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action compliance.
● Represented Company as the Coordinator for Diversity at career fairs that focused on under-represented
employee populations.
● Administered employee record change process for Mountain Region.
● Acted as SharePoint administrator for Human Resources team site.
● Supported front office administrative/receptionist coverage as needed.
● Actively led and participated in employee engagement and morale initiatives and events. 

SHRM - Senior Certified Professional:  January 2022 - Present

SHRM - Certified Professional:  February 2011 - January 2022

U.S. Coast Guard Class “A” School - Yeoman (HR Specialist)