Gloria Angela Pearson

Human Resources Specialist @Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute

US

As an HR Specialist, I play a key role in supporting the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to compliance, engagement, and payroll support. I serve as a trusted point of contact for employee inquiries and actively contribute to our organization’s culture through team-building and recognition initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes, including job postings, application screening, interview coordination, candidate credentialing, and new hire orientation and training.Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files, and ensure completion of all new hire documentation.Track and monitor staff licenses and certifications, and support annual compliance training efforts.Ensure labor law posters are updated and posted in designated areas throughout the facility.Administer and track employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, and other time-off requests, ensuring compliance with policy and applicable regulations.Complete employment verifications, respond to unemployment claims, and handle other employment-related documentation.Develop internal communications such as newsletters, announcements, and updated policies and procedures.Perform HRIS/HCM data entry related to organizational charts, staff directories, benefits, and payroll administration.Reconcile monthly benefit invoices, process benefit changes, and support open enrollment activities.Review employee timesheets, verify leave entries, and support payroll processing.Coordinate and execute employee engagement events including Employee of the Month, birthdays, work anniversaries, department appreciation, and all-staff events.Assist with HR-related invoices, reimbursement packets, and vendor communications.Participate in employee relations meetings, focus groups, and conduct exit interviews as needed.Support the performance management cycle, including performance reviews, job description updates, and tracking employee development.