Cary Connolly has over 20 years of experience in human resources including providing workforce metrics and analytics, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and developing and delivering training programs. She is proficient in MS Office applications and has experience with various HRIS systems. Her career includes positions as an HR Analyst, HR Generalist, and EEO Coordinator for companies in California.

1. CARY J. CONNOLLY
2375 BENSON AVE, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
C: (408) 763-9967 | caryjane2012@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Human Resources Professional offering 20 years of experience working in Human Resources. I am skilled in providing high
level workforce metric and analytics, process improvement, highly knowledgeable in all EEO/AA/SOX laws, regulations and
requirements, adept and highly knowledgeable in planning and coordination of HR programs, policies, and processes. Utilizing
excellent verbal and written communication skills, I’ve successfully developed and delivered a wide variety of training
programs. Experienced at effectively and efficiently working as a manager employing a variety of positions.
SKILLS
 Highly proficient using the MS Office suite in
quantitative analysis (metrics & analytics) and
presentations leveraging tools such as Pivot tables
and Charts
o Excel
o PowerPoint
o OneNote
o Word
o Outlook
 In-depth knowledge of HR Compliance
o Employment laws and regulations
o EE/AA laws and regulations
o SOX compliance
o Corporate governance
o Record retention
o Reporting requirements
o Audit and audit preparation
 Skilled in general HR processes
o New hire orientation
o Terminations (V/INV)
 WARN
 Adverse impact analyses
o Immigration
o Data management/Job Analysis
o Mergers/Acquisitions
o Surveys
o Ability to effectively collaborate in cross-
functional teams
 i.e., payroll, IT, mgmt.…
 Experienced with HR Programs including
o Workforce Planning
o Performance Management
o Talent Management
o Strategic/Succession Planning
o Benefits
o Compensation
o Health and Wellness
 Developed and Delivered Training programs
o Sexual Harassment
o EEO/AA Manager training
o Web-based/Virtual training
o Benefit open enrollment
o Marketing videos / voice-over narrator
 Experience with HRIS Systems
o HRISimplementation
o SAP
o Ceridian
o ADP
o Dayforce
o Oracle
o SuccessFactors
o SQL
o Minx
 Experienced in managing up to 5 individuals at a time
in a variety of positions

2. WORK HISTORY
RANDSTAD FOR FINANCIAL ENGINES
HR Analyst| Sunnyvale, CA | January 2015 - Current
 Provide monthly workforce metrics and analytics identifying and highlighting key trends using QoQ, YoY, or other
relevant factors to help drive workforce planning and measure the effectiveness of HR programs
 Process, maintain, and ensure accuracy of HRISsystems
 Process all employee changes; including all new hires, terminations, and leaves or any other employee change
 Conduct all new hire orientations across multiple time zones
 Partner closely with payroll in monthly meetings to ensure smooth pay cycles and ensure data integrity
 Work to identify inefficiencies and/or system issues and submit proposals to enhance systems, processes and
procedures
 Partner closely with IT to ensure system implementations are working smoothly
 Provide monthly report outs to vendors and internal customers
 Provide customized reports and data analysis based on the needs of the business leveraging tools available in Excel
and PowerPoint
 Act as liaison for all immigration related issues; including visa holders such as student and H1-B
 Act as a main point of contact for employees with any issues
 Update policies and procedures as needed
 Complete all employee requests in a timely manner, i.e., employment verifications and unemployment questions
LSI CORP/PRO Business/Avago Tech
HR Analyst/EEO Coordinator | San Jose, CA | January 2001 - May 2014
 Coordinated data gathering analysis efforts for a global 300-person organization to ensure regular/timely report out
of workforce issues and submitted proposals for process enhancements utilizing HRIS systems and tools
 Developed the plan and executed on the monthly metrics and analytics that drove workforce planning
and measured the effectiveness of the delivery of HR services; including hiring, attrition and employee engagement
 Provided HR Metrics and Analytics in the Quarterly Business Reviews for each business unit
 Conducted data audits to ensure 100% data integrity
 Worked on all RIF teams with confidentiality, conducted all adverse impact analyses, and worked on re-deployment
plans
 Provided support and training to employees by acting as an escalation point for inquiries and issues related
to HR policies and procedures
 Developed and delivered training programs such as Sexual Harassment and EEO/AA manager training
 Collaborated with HR communications to develop, implement, and record corporate and HR presentation
materials
 Conducted all new orientations and extensive exit interviews
 Updated policies and procedures as needed
 Responsible for all 13 Affirmative Action Plans and all EEO relatedlaws and regulations
 Project managed various initiatives including technical and manager development assessments

3. PrivateHome
Home Manager / Palo, Alto, CA / December 2004 – January 2008
 Worked as a live-in home Caregiver Manager with at least 3 direct reports, including nurses, house keepers,
gardeners, accountants and attorneys
 Managed employee disputes, payroll, recruitment (hiring/terminations), re-organizations, major transitional issues,
health and wellness, benefits, service recognition, employee recognition, event planning etc.
 Acted as liaison with Doctors/Nurses/other Professionals regarding health care changes or family needs
 Acted as Headof Household
 Managed household needs including repairs, upgrades, or any issues that arose with regard to the home, cars or
gardens
 Managed healthcare needs
CELERITEK, INC.
HR Generalist |Santa Clara, CA |September 1995 - January 2001
 Customized, implemented and maintained the HRISsystem
 Administered compensation, benefits and performance management systems and safety and recreation
programs
 Acted as the EEO Coordinator for the company AAP and other EEOC laws and regulations
 Educated and advised employees on group health plans, voluntary benefits and 401(k) retirement plans
 Acted at the main contact for employees in assisting with day to day employee issues
 Developed company personnel policies, standard operating procedures and employee handbooks
 Developed and facilitated all new-hire orientations and conducted extensive exit interview
 Conducted employment verifications and investigations
 Conducted background checks on candidates by obtaining information from law enforcement officials, previous
employers and references
 Addressed and resolved general payroll-related inquires
 Coordinated employment offers with management and extended offers to selected candidates
 Researched all payroll, COBRA, disability and FMLA issues
 Reviewed human resource paperwork for accuracyand completeness by verifying, collecting and correcting
additional data
 Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork in a timely manner

4. OTHER WORKHISTORY
Ritz Camera
SalesAssoc., Film Development, Store Opening Asst. Project Mgr | Los Gatos & Campbell, CA | September 1993 – September
1995
 Acted as main Customer Service Representative in the sales of cameras (digital & 35mm), accessories, and supplies
 Top saleswoman and film developer in Santa Clara County for Ritz Camera
 Developed all 35mm film within 1 hour of all order submission
o Highly skilled with In-depth knowledge of 35mm film development
o Highly skilled in working in dark room environments for film development
 Trusted and tasked with store keys to open and/or close store
 Trusted with the nightly cash deposit to a bank across town
 Worked all inventory counts on a regular basis – with and/or without assistance
 Acted as primary project manager for opening a new store in Vallco Mall
o Inventory management
o Store design, display and advertisement
LeedsShoes
SalesAssoc., StoreLead | San Jose, CA | September 1992 – September 1993
 Acted as main Customer Service Representative in the sales of Ladies shoes
 Top saleswoman in Santa Clara County
 Trusted and tasked with store keys to open and/or close store
 Trusted with the nightly cash deposit to a bank across town
 Worked all inventory counts on a regular basis – with and/or without assistance
 Maintained store attraction through
o Inventory management
o Store design, display and advertisement
Green, Ning, Lilly, & Jones; Attorneys at Law – A Law Corporation
Summer Internships / Honolulu, HI / June 1987 – August1992
 Acted as messenger between law firms and courts
 Ran research through the Honolulu Law Library for case study material
 Learned the workings of a private law firm
 Attended legal proceedings as part of my learning experience
 Learned to managea law firm under the wing of the main Office Manager
o She taught me to type 200 words a minute
 Learned an understanding of how a court room functions
 Witnessed many litigation hearings, which earned me tremendous experience in the legal setting
 Learned an understanding of the Attorney General Position, the Governor Position, as well as learning what is
required to try a case in front of the Supreme Court

5. Free-Lance Model
Front-page & Merchandise Model / Honolulu, Hi & San Jose, CA / June 1986 – December 1995
 Magazinecover model
 Merchandise model
VOLUNTEER WORK HISTORY
Bernal Intermediate School
HSA Secretary & Member of the School Site Council / San Jose, CA / August 2016 – Present
 Act as official Secretary for the Home and School Association at Bernal Intermediate School for monthly meetings
 Coordinate volunteer efforts for fundraising events, school clubs, student events, and teacher appreciation
 Work to ensure compliance to maintain a 501(c)3 organization
 Volunteer as much as time permits
 Participate on the official School Site Council to discuss programs and their effectiveness.
Bertha Taylor Elementary School
Science& ArtVolunteer / San Jose, CA / August2014 – Present
 Volunteer for special Science projects for the 3rd, 4th, and 6th graders
 Volunteer for special Art projects for the 3rd, 4th, and 6th graders
 Volunteered for the Book Faire, Walk-a-thons, Auctions and other class projects or field trips
Paradise Valley Elementary School
Volunteer / Morgan Hill, CA / August2008 – June2014
 Volunteered for Art
 Volunteered working with students on their reading (Project Cornerstone)
 Volunteered for Walk-a-thon, auctions, fundraising, and book faire among others
 Volunteered for all holiday parties
 Attended and supported all school events
St. John’sEpiscopal Church Preschool
Volunteer / Morgan Hill, CA / August2005 – June2012
 Volunteer efforts included reading groups and healthy snacks
 Volunteered to build a raised vegetable garden for the preschooler; using my personal funds and supplies
 Volunteered for all holiday parties
Morgan Hill Centennial Recreation Center Preschool
Volunteer / Morgan Hill, CA / August2009 – June2011
 Volunteer efforts included acting as a Pre-school TA monthly; providing preschool support and healthy snacks
 Volunteered for all holiday parties

6. Hawaii State Senator Race
Volunteer / Honolulu, HI / June 1986 – August 1986
 Door to Door canvasing for campaigning votes
 Photo Shoots for campaigning events
 Interviews with local news agencies
 Advocate for the US Senate Race
CERTIFICATIONS
AEA (American Electronics Association) Human Resources Certification
AEA (American Electronics Association) Human Resources Management Certification
Currently working toward PHR Certification
EDUCATION
DeAnza College – on-going
Cupertino, CA
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA
Cabrillo College
Santa Cruz, CA
San Jose State University – on-going
San Jose, CA
Leigh High School Graduate – 1994
Los Gatos, CA
Referencesavailable uponrequest