Melissa Blanc

HR Generalist with 7+ years of progressive experience across employee relations, HR compliance, talent acquisition, onboarding, payroll administration, and workforce coordination. Proven ability to manage high-volume HR operations, maintain accurate employee documentation, and partner cross-functionally in fast-paced environments. Skilled in HRIS platforms including MAPS, BambooHR, and ADP.

Shipboard HR Deployment Administrator Specialist - Norwegian Cruise Line - Miami, FL

(2022-08)

• Direct onboarding and deployment activities for international employees, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
• Verify identity, visa, medical, and employment documentation for a global workforce.
• Maintain employee records in MAPS, including travel documentation, visa status, and medical information.
• Partner with embassies and external agents to resolve travel and documentation issues.
• Coordinate international travel, accommodations, and logistics for large volumes of employees.
• Resolve scheduling conflicts and process payroll-related deductions tied to delayed employee arrivals.
• Review employee movement invoices with Fleet Account Coordinators to ensure billing accuracy.

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Specialist - CMI / Cruise Management International - Miami, FL

(2020-08 - 2022-08)

• Reviewed resumes, conducted phone screens, and contributed to hiring decisions across multiple open roles simultaneously.
• Prepared offer letters and generated recruitment reports using applicant tracking systems and HR software.
• Led onboarding programs for new hires to strengthen employee engagement and ensure compliance with company hiring procedures.
• Published job postings across recruiting platforms and staffing networks.
• Maintained personnel files, employee records, and PTO documentation with a high level of accuracy.
• Managed HR communications, employee verification requests, and DocuSign documentation workflows.
• Facilitated new hire orientations and onboarding sessions.

HR Operations Coordinator - CMI / Cruise Management International - Miami, FL

(2018-03 - 2022-08)

• Enforced compliance with federal regulations and company policies across daily scheduling and workforce operations.
• Communicated scheduling updates, accommodations, and compliance information to employees.
• Applied contract rules, company procedures, and qualification requirements when assigning open schedules.
• Processed employee requests involving leave coding, training schedules, and monthly availability confirmations.
• Generated and updated operational records across multiple workforce management systems with a high level of accuracy.

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management - Florida International University, Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management (2027-12)