Leona Defreze


About Me

Empowering Future Generations through Human Capital Development linkedin.com/in/ldefreze/

Location

Las Vegas, NV
Education
    University of Nevada-Reno
    August 2016 - June 2023
    degree
    Bachelor's
    major
    Human Development
    Truckee Meadows Community College
    August 2020 - January 2022
Work Experience
    Lyon County School District
    Human Resources Talent Manager and Data Analyst
    Fernley, NV, United States
    October 2023 - present
    company
    Lyon County School District
    title
    Human Resources Talent Manager and Data Analyst
    overview
    —Perform a full range of duties in human resources talent acquisition processes under the Executive Director's direction —Produce, process, and maintain complex HR statistical and financial records with originality and independent judgment —Handle highly sensitive and confidential employee information with professionalism —Conduct detailed research and data analysis on the district's workforce —Source prospective candidates through various channels —Research and analyze compensation data from other entities —Develop surveys for workforce analysis —Assist in program development, implementation, and evaluation —Ensure compliance with federal and state laws —Recommend process improvements to enhance workflow —Collaborate with staff and administrators on hiring processes —Complete necessary statistical reports on an annual basis —Monitor program activities and recommend changes for efficiency —Conduct special projects to assess departmental needs and goals —Review and document HR department processes and business rules —Create, update, and maintain new employee orientation materials —Produce videos for HR and benefits departments
    Nevada Secretary of State
    Notary Public
    Reno, NV, United States, 89508
    January 2020 - January 2024
    Truckee Meadows Community College
    Admissions and Records Office Worker
    Reno, NV, United States, 89508
    August 2020 - August 2023
    Washoe County School District
    Administrative Assistant
    Reno, NV, United States, 89508
    August 2017 - August 2022
Fun Fact

I love karaoke and I'm a great singer!

Passion

My journey has been anything but traditional, fueling my passion for equitable, sustainable, and humanitarian human capital development. With 9 years of experience in education and human services, I've seen the transformative power of investing in people. Let's connect and drive meaningful change!

Skills
Technical skills
Data AnalysisGraphics SoftwareHuman Resources Information System (HRIS)Microsoft OfficePeopleSoft Customer Relationship Management (CRM)SQL Databases
Gigs / Freelance
    National Notary Association
    Notary Signing Agent
    January 2020 - January 2024
Volunteer
    Nevada Cares Campus - Emergency Shelter
    August 2017 - December 2022
Hobbies
Pottery
Cooking
Swimming
Knitting
Crocheting
Sewing
Road Biking
Traveling
Videos
    Join LyonCSD!
    August 2024
    I create the marketing video for Lyon County School District as Human Resources' Talent Manager and Analyst