Karina Brena

About Karina Brena

As a Business Management graduate from the University of Texas at Arlington, I bring hands-on experience in Human Resources coordination and a strong passion for supporting people and processes in the workplace.I have managed full-cycle onboarding, ensured I-9 and E-Verify compliance, and maintained employee records in Paylocity HRIS. My experience also includes assisting with HR reporting, managing SharePoint, and coordinating team communications using Microsoft 365 and AI-powered tools to improve efficiency.Beyond onboarding and compliance, I have contributed to HR projects, analyzed workforce data, and provided administrative support to strengthen team operations. I am eager to apply these skills in a full-time HR role where I can contribute to efficient HR processes, support employee engagement, and continue developing toward a career as an HR Generalist or HR Project Manager.

Experience

1. People Operations Coordinator

   Homebound

   Dec 2025 — Present

   Support the People Operations team by coordinating core HR processes, including onboarding, off-boarding, benefits administration, vendor and contractor management, and company event planning- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data across all HR systems; ensure personnel files are organized and compliant- Process employee lifecycle changes in the HRIS system, including hires, terminations, promotions, data updates, and leaves of absence- Provide administrative and operational support by preparing reports, conducting audits, managing documentation, and responding to employee inquiries- Partner with HR leadership on people-focused initiatives, program rollouts, and special projects designed to enhance the employee experience- Assist in planning and executing company-wide events, such as All Hands meetings and engagement activities- Manage swag production and distribution while maintaining inventory tracking and vendor coordination- Collaborate cross-functionally with Recruiting, IT, Hiring Managers, and benefits vendors to ensure a seamless and engaging employee journey.

Education

• Tarrant County College

  Associate of Arts - AA, General Studies

• The University of Texas at Arlington

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Management