The document is a cover letter and resume submitted by Angelica B. Ybarra for a human resources position. Ybarra has over 24 years of experience in human resources management, including positions as a regional HR manager, HR generalist, and HR manager. She has extensive skills in areas such as employee relations, recruiting, training, benefits administration, and payroll. Ybarra is bilingual in English and Spanish and has worked for companies in various industries such as senior living, healthcare, manufacturing, and aerospace. She is seeking a stable position where she can utilize her passion for human resources.

1. TO: Hiring Manager
RE: Human Resources Position
Thank you for the opportunity to submit my resume. My experience in human resources has
focused on all functions of a hands-on human resources practitioner. I seek a company that will
give me a home and offer me longevity and stability. I have a true passion for Human Resources
that I believe you will truly benefit from.
I have extensive computer skills in Windows, MS Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Access), WordPerfect, ABRA Suite/Crystal Reports, ProBusiness, ADP (Enterprise
v4/PCPW/HR Profile, Report Smith), People Soft, Quick Books, Ultipro, and Maitre’D POS
system. I am also bilingual (Spanish).
I have worked in demanding, multi-tasked, fast paced environments. I require little or no
supervision and have excellent detailed-oriented, organizational skills. I can be a leader and a
follower depending on what the situation calls for. I am self-motivated, calm under pressure and
good humored. I am not intimidated by challenges and know that work does not end in eight
hours. I am flexible and will do what it takes to accomplish any goals. I seek an organization that
prides itself with integrity and fairness. I have experience working and traveling for multi-site,
multi-state companies.
It would be my pleasure to meet with you to further discuss any employment opportunities. I am
available for interviews anytime. Thank you in advance for your consideration. I look forward to
hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Angelica B. Ybarra
714-875-8608
Abybarra7@gmail.com
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2. ANGELICA B. YBARRA
830 Sheffied Way, Perris, CA 92571
714-875-8608 Abybarra7@gmail.com
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EDUCATION: B.A., Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara
M.S.; Industrial/Organization Psychology, specialty in H.R. Management, Alliant Int’l Univ., San Diego
A.S., Culinary Arts, Art Institute of California, Inland Empire (6/2012)
ServSafe Manager’s certification, expired
TECH SKILLS *MS Office, Canvas, PageMaker, WordPerfect, Winstar
OVERVIEW: *Abra Suite, ProBusiness, ADP/Enterprise 4.0, Ultipro, Quick Books, PeopleSoft, Vantage,
*Bilingual (Spanish), fluent; PIHRA, SHRM, SBHRA (Santa Barbara, HR Assoc.)
*24 years experience in Human Resources Management
EMPLOYMENT: Regional HR Manager, Atria Senior Living, Louisville, KY (Aug. 2011-Present)
• Support 24 communities in Southern California, and assist as needed across country.
• Provide HR expertise to community leadership on all employee relation matters.
• Conduct mandatory and corporate intiative trainings to field including sexual harassment, open
enrollment, corrective action,performance evaluation, union avoidance training, etc.
• Assist field in all work comp matter and assist with return to work programs.
• Assist field with all employee leave of absence matters.
• Provide bilingual services to sister regions as needed through investigation, etc.
• Conduct all employee relations investigation and 3rd party investigations for region.
• Execute all corporate initiatives such as benefit enrollment, employee appreciation, and onboarding
HR Generalist, Ensign Group, Mission Viejo, CA, (Sept. 2009 – May 2011)
• Part of the service center HR department of nine that supports 84 skilled nursing facilities throughout
US.
• Directly support 41 buildings in Southern California, Texas, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and Arizona.
• Provide generalist support to Executive Directors and facility leadership in all areas of employee
relations, worker’s comp, training, etc.
• Conduct California mandated Sexual Harassment training to California facilities; participate in
monthly acquisitions across the states transitioning all employee and enrolling them in benefits;
development of new management training, conduct various employee relation investigations onsite,
provide training to all new Payroll reps for my facilities; miscellaneous other projects as directed by
Director of HR; travel about 40%.
Human Resources Manager, Reiter Affiliated Companies, Oxnard, CA, (Sept. 2008 – Jan. 2009)
• Responsible for heavy employee relations, recruiting, training, and day-to-day HR functions for
Oxnard district strawberry/raspberry growers.
• Duties include weekly ranch visits to over 36 ranches in the Ventura County area. Support all
Partner/Owners, Ranch Managers and Production assistants in administrative HR/Payroll issues.
• Total employees for district approximately 13,000. Supervised HRIS administrator, HR receptionist
and HR file clerk.
• Supported and implemented various corporate initiatives such as labor supply, preferred employer,
and training.
Regional Director of HR, Oakdale Heights Senior Living, Redding, CA, . (May 2007-Sept. 2008)
• Responsible for eight senior assisted living communities throughout the California, Nevada, Arizona
region.
• Primary function was supporting the field in their HR functions. Duties include training and
development of business office managers, full cycle recruiting for leadership positions, guiding
Executive Director in all employee relations issues, and making sure communities were in line with
the company culture.
• On a regional level, reported to VP of Ops and tracked various metrics such as overtime, involved in
financial and budget reviews, strategic planning for the region, and other projects rolled out from
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3. corporate office. Reported to VP of HR and was involved with corporate projects like wage scales,
etc.
Human Resources Consultant II, So. Cal Edison, SONGS, San Clemente, CA, (Dec. 2005- Mar. 2007)
• Member of the Corporate Client Services HR team matrixed to the San Onofre Nuclear Generating
Station.
• Main duties include providing consulting advice and recommendations to business unit directors,
managers and supervisors in the Security, Business Administration, Work Control and Nuclear
Regulatory Affairs business units. This includes over 600 + employees.
• Assisted on all levels of the organization on human resource issues such as recruitment strategies,
training, performance management, compensation, employee relations, and addressing workforce
planning and organizational design challenges.
• Collaborated with other Human Resources departments, Equal Opportunity and Labor Relations to
develop and implement solutions addressing client needs and business objectives.
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Sr. Human Resources Generalist, Anabolic Labs Inc., Irvine, CA, (Feb. 2005-Dec. 2005) TEMP
• Responsible for all recruitment and employee relations of hourly positions for a multi-site, multi-state
manufacturer of pharmaceuticals/vitamin supplements.
• Handle all benefits design & negotiation, worker’s compensation, employee incentive programs, event
planning, compensation and performance reviews.
• Supervision of receptionist. Reported to the VP of Operations.
• Acting HR Director in absence of director. Primary objective was reducing work comp frequency,
duration of open claims, reducing benefit renewal premiums, and increasing 401K participation across
all sites.
Human Resources Manager, Diversified Direct, Fullerton, CA, (Nov. 2003-Feb. 2005)
• Responsible for start up of the HR department after acquisition.
• Managed all aspects of H.R., full cycle recruiting, and payroll. Part of senior management and the
strategic planning of organizational goals.
• Handled all employee benefits, GL and WC policies. Maintained zero injuries for employment
duration.
• Total regular employees 150, varied with temps up to 300 during busy seasons. Main objective was
increasing employee morale after acquisition.
• Increased morale by forming employee focus groups, company-wide monthly communication
meetings, safety incentives, and increasing the value of their benefits package.
Human Resources Manager, Metalcrafters, Fountain Vly., CA, (Mar. 2003-Oct. 2003) TEMP
• Supervised two employees (receptionist and payroll administrator) and was responsible for the
Generalist aspects of Human Resources.
• The company employed up to 250+ annually. Main objective was revamping benefits package,
including medical, dental, disability, 401K, and work comp.
• Accomplished objectives and saved 30% in benefit premiums, reduced 300K in WC premiums, and
implemented an effective safety bonus program.
Human Resources/Payroll Manager, Contour Aerospace, Brea, CA, (Nov. 2000-Mar. 2003)
• This position was part of senior management and reported to the GM/VP.
• Responsible for the supervision of the receptionist/HR assistant.
• Duties included, but not limited full cycle recruiting, terminations, employee relations issues,
administration of worker’s compensation and employee benefits, benefit negotiations with brokers,
employee on-boarding, employee development, payroll for 250 employees; cost reductions,
administration of safety incentive programs and meetings, training and certifications, other various
projects as directed by VP/GM.
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