Maria Fuentes

HR Project Specialist with experience managing key components of the employee lifecycle, from onboarding through offboarding, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency at each stage. Oversees leave of absence (LOA) processes, coordinating documentation, tracking, and communication to support both employees and organizational policies. Supports payroll operations by reviewing and resolving discrepancies, including time corrections and pay-related issues.

Conducts and assists with workplace investigations, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to company standards. Monitors and addresses meal period violations and other compliance-related matters, helping mitigate risk and maintain regulatory alignment. Collaborates cross-functionally to improve HR processes, enhance accuracy, and support overall workforce management.

Human Resources Project Specialist at Envision Initiative (2025-10 – Present)

HR Project Specialist with experience managing key components of the employee lifecycle, from onboarding through offboarding, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency at each stage. Oversees leave of absence (LOA) processes, coordinating documentation, tracking, and communication to support both employees and organizational policies. Supports payroll operations by reviewing and resolving discrepancies, including time corrections and pay-related issues.

Conducts and assists with workplace investigations, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to company standards. Monitors and addresses meal period violations and other compliance-related matters, helping mitigate risk and maintain regulatory alignment. Collaborates cross-functionally to improve HR processes, enhance accuracy, and support overall workforce management.

Administrative Assistant at Del Monte Gardeners (2020-08 – 2023-08)

Supported the company in various basic clerical functions. Assisted in the development of bids to present to prospect clients. Executed entry-level accounting functions such as billing and payments. Maintained and organized company records. Provided excellent customer support.

Counselor at Iowa State University Softball Camps (2021-08 – 2025-05)

• Coached 50-125 aspiring Softball Players. Instructed players in the fundamental skills of Softball and the importance of good sportsmanship.
• Evaluated performance and assessed players to suggest areas or needed improvement.
• Organized and maintained clean Softball equipment and Softball field environment.
• Developed training schedules and evaluation forms.

Master's of Business Administration – Long Beach State University (2027-07)

Bachelor of Business in Human Resources – Iowa State University (2025-05)

High School Diploma – Notre Dame High School (2021-05)