Devan Bains

About Devan Bains

Proven success working within fast-paced and collaborative settings. Successful in quickly building skills, self-teaching and acquiring new knowledge. Positively impact operations with communication and critical thinking skills. Highly organized, responsible and well-versed in Microsoft Office products. Prepared to contribute abilities to a Human Resources role while further developing acquired skills and gaining real-world experience.

Experience

1. Human Resources Generalist

   HP Hood LLC

   Jul 2025 — Present · Sacramento, CA, US

   Conduct employee investigations and administer corrective actions, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up inUKG.Manage and track employees on Leaves of Absence (LOA) and Workers’ Compensation claims, conducting bi-weeklyfollow-ups to monitor status, ensure compliance, and coordinate timely return-to-work efforts.Manage full-cycle recruitment, including developing position descriptions, creating interview questions, coordinatinginterviews, and conducting new employee orientations to promote engagement and retention.Oversee the new-hire performance review program, ensuring timely completion and documentation.Lead the transition of personnel files from paper to electronic records in UKG, improving data accessibility, auditreadiness, and compliance.Administer HR policies and procedures in compliance with federal and state labor laws, government reportingrequirements, and internal policies while supporting two unions and their respective Collective BargainingAgreements (CBAs).Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives to strengthen workplace culture and organizational connection.

Education

• California State University, Stanislaus

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology

  2018 — 2020