Nalia Ponceano

About Nalia Ponceano

Results oriented, versatile Human Resources professional with strategic and hands-on experience in competitive and diverse environments. Well versed in managing all facets of human resources such as talent acquisition, compensation analysis, benefits, training & development, compliance, performance management, and ethical employee relations.

Experience

1. Human Resources Manager

   Bridge Dermatopathology Services Pllc

   Apr 2024 — Present

   Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business goals- Manage end-to-end recruitment, ensuring a high-quality candidate pool and effective hiring processes- Leverage expertise in the management of compensation and benefits, employee relations, occupational health and safety, and training and development- Developed and implemented new recruitment strategies, outreach recruitment programs, and diversity initiatives to attract qualified candidates and improve employee retention- Successfully promote employees\' internal professional development through training programs and mentorship- Creation and revision of job descriptions and company handbook- Oversee performance management programs, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and feedback processes to enhance employee performance and engagement- Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness in the marketplace while managing budget constraints- Ensure legal compliance and adherence to labor laws, CLIA, and company policies, reducing risk by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of HR regulations and best-practices- Manage employee relations issues, resolving conflicts and promoting a positive work culture- Conduct disciplinary meetings and terminations with confidentiality- Successful management of unemployment claims and appeal hearings- Manage employee engagement events and activities- Successfully established the company’s first affiliation agreement with a higher education institution for students’ clinical laboratory preclinicals and clinical rotations- Provide coaching to a team of 5 managers/supervisors, facilitating their success and growth within the company.

Education

• SUNY Westchester Community College

  Associate of Arts - AA, Social Sciences

  2016 — 2018

• University at Buffalo

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology

  2018 — 2020

• Stony Brook University

  Master of Science - MS, Human Resource Management

  2020 — 2021