DAYREN ALEXANDRA RODRIGUEZ
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented Human Resources professional with over 6 years of progressive experience in both strategic and operational HR roles across healthcare, legal, and global manufacturing sectors. Proven expertise in full-cycle onboarding, payroll support, benefits administration, LOA compliance, employee relations, and HRIS optimization (Workday & SuccessFactors). Adept at driving HR initiatives that improve retention, streamline processes, and support organizational growth. Recognized for building trusted partnerships with leadership and employees alike, delivering high-impact people solutions, and ensuring HR practices remain compliant, efficient, and employee-centered. Fluent in English and Spanish, with a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.
Human Resources professional with strong expertise in talent management, employee relations, and compliance. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Adept at navigating dynamic environments and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals. Skilled in conflict resolution, performance management, and HR policy implementation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. HR Administrator
Xylem Inc.
12.2024 - Current
- Supported 8+ business units across the U.S., acting as a strategic HR partner for day-to-day operations and employee lifecycle activities.
- Led onboarding for 40–60 new hires monthly, managing Workday offer letters, background checks, orientation delivery, and day-one readiness.
- Administered benefits for 1,500+ employees, including enrollments, QLEs, wellness initiatives, and vendor escalations during open enrollment.
- Oversaw LOA processes (FMLA, ADA, personal, STD), tracking over 100 cases annually through Workday in partnership with Sedgwick.
- Partnered with Talent Acquisition on requisition management, internal job postings, and hiring process coordination.
- Supported 20–30 weekly employee relations cases, answering policy questions, documenting issues, and escalating concerns to HRBPs.
- Created SOPs and process documentation to streamline onboarding, LOA, and benefits workflows, improving service consistency.
- Generated monthly HR dashboards via Workday, tracking headcount, turnover, and DEI metrics for leadership reporting.
- Conducted compliance audits on I-9s, HRIS records, and onboarding documentation to ensure accuracy and legal adherence.
- Mentored junior HR staff and supported cross-training efforts across the Shared Services team.
HRIS Business Analyst
Xylem Inc.
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed 150+ monthly ServiceNow tickets for HRIS support, resolving data errors, access issues, and workflow concerns.
- Configured business processes and user roles in Workday modules: Core HCM, Absence, Compensation, and Recruiting.
- Developed 30+ custom reports and dashboards to support leadership decision-making and compliance tracking.
- Led testing for biannual Workday release cycles and SuccessFactors integrations, coordinating cross-functional UAT.
- Reduced payroll discrepancies by 25% by improving data accuracy and cross-checking system integrations.
- Trained 300+ employees and HR users through virtual demos and custom documentation to improve Workday adoption.
HR Assistant
Tenet Heathcare
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Served as HR point of contact for four hospital campuses, supporting over 950 employees in onboarding, payroll, benefits, and compliance.
- Coordinated full-cycle onboarding for 30–40 biweekly new hires, handling I-9s, E-Verify, credential verification, and orientation facilitation.
- Processed employee data updates, pay changes, and terminations in SuccessFactors; monitored credential compliance and audit readiness.
- Supported open enrollment, benefits education, and day-to-day benefits troubleshooting for medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Collaborated with payroll on timecard reviews, direct deposit changes, and resolving discrepancies for 900+ employees.
- Responded to 50+ HR inquiries monthly related to leave options, PTO, benefits, and HR policies.
- Helped execute employee relations documentation and supported HR leaders with investigations and recordkeeping.
- Organized appreciation events, employee engagement initiatives, and DEI programming across campuses.
HR Coordinator
Counselors International Inc.
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Managed recruitment coordination, job postings, interview scheduling, and candidate onboarding for multi-state operations.
- Led onboarding for 20–25 monthly hires, preparing offer letters, processing background checks, and conducting orientation sessions.
- Maintained employee records, contracts, certifications, and compliance logs in alignment with legal and internal standards.
- Administered employee benefits and processed new hire enrollments and QLEs; coordinated with vendors on escalated issues.
- Supported payroll processing by updating compensation changes, bonuses, and deductions.
- Monitored and tracked PTO, vacation, and leave balances, ensuring proper documentation and timely updates.
- Planned company events, holiday celebrations, and employee recognition programs to promote a positive workplace culture.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state labor laws and internal policy requirements.
Education
Professional MBA Candidate (PMBA) -
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX12.2024
B.S. - Cellular & Molecular Biochemistry
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX01.2022
Skills
- HRIS Systems: Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP, ServiceNow
- Tools: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, DocuSign
- HR Functions: Onboarding
- Benefits Administration
- LOA/FMLA Management
- HR Compliance
- Training Coordination
- Employee Relations
- Data Reporting & Analytics
- Onboarding and orientation
- Global HR experience
- Employee recognition programs
- Payroll processing
LANGUAGES
Spanish – Native
English – Native
Timeline
Sr. HR Administrator
Xylem Inc.
12.2024 - Current
HRIS Business Analyst
Xylem Inc.
03.2024 - 12.2024
HR Assistant
Tenet Heathcare
03.2023 - 03.2024
HR Coordinator
Counselors International Inc.
05.2019 - 03.2023
B.S. - Cellular & Molecular Biochemistry
University of Texas at El Paso
Professional MBA Candidate (PMBA) -
University of Texas at El Paso
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