Ari Scott

About Ari Scott

I am a Human Resources Specialist and Benefits Administration professional with 10+ years of experience driving excellence across myriad HR Operations including HRIS management and compliance, while championing the employee experience. I combine technical HR expertise, equity-centered communication, and relationship-driven service delivery to close the common gap between employees and HR functions. My core strengths include FMLA/ADA/ACA administration, onboarding/offboarding, vendor management, DEI initiatives, payroll-benefits integration, and HR data accuracy, supported by advanced skills in Excel automation, reports, and HRIS platforms.I have served as the primary HR liaison to major vendors. These include Mutual of Omaha, CareFirst, local transit admin, Kelly Benefits, OneDigital, and TIAA-CREF of which I’ve led implementations, audits, and system rollouts. My process Improvements include designing automated templates, equity-centered workflows, compliance trackers, and demographic dashboards that improve reporting and reduce manual hours. Notably, a benefits audit I led reclaimed in transit overages, secured cross-department recognition, and delivered budget-critical savings. I’ve also managed compliance training and FMLA ESS portal rollouts, facilitated open enrollment, created concurrently running 401k/403b compliance tools, and ensured end-to-end accuracy in payroll, HRIS, and benefits systems.My work is grounded in inclusive practices, cross-team transparency, and culturally competent communication. I’ve partnered closely with Equity & Inclusion teams, contributed to microaggression training, supported LGBTQ+ working groups, facilitated learning pods, and ensured all HR communications reflect equity, accessibility, and employee voice. I excel at stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and streamlining complex processes to ensure consistency, trust, and clarity.A bilingual (English/Spanish) HR professional committed to a people-centered approach, I view HR as the nexus of data, culture, and care. I am actively pursuing expanded leadership in People & Culture and deepening my expertise in Benefits Administration, including future HRCI certification. I am currently seeking opportunities in Human Resources, People & Culture, and Benefits Administration where I can continue building equitable systems, strengthening HR operations, and championing the communities I serve.

Experience

1. Human Resources Specialist

   Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

   May 2023 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Drive HR operations, benefits administration, recruitment support, and systems management while supporting the organizational mission, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless staff experiences.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:•Maintain accurate personnel data across multiple HRIS platforms; perform audits and implement process improvements for data integrity•Administer payroll and benefits, including TIAA-CREF 403b and 401k retirement plans, WMATA transportation, and third-party vendor management•Support onboarding and orientation, including access setup, system provisioning, and documentation management•Update HR SOPs and process documentation to streamline workflows and support cross-functional teams•Generate HR reports, run metrics, and provide actionable insights to leadership for decision-making.•Collaborate with Recruitment Manager to schedule interviews, manage applicant communications, and prepare hiring materials•Lead full-cycle recruitment for HR Interns, including selection, onboarding, and workload coordination.•Coordinate internal training sessions, DEI initiatives, and workspace logistics•Support market research for talent management, compensation benchmarking, and equity-focused initiatives•Serve as liaison between HR, Finance, IT, and department leadership to resolve employee issues and process improvements

Education

• Washington University in St. Louis

  Bachelor's degree, FIlm & Media Studies

  2008 — 2012