Karen Martinez
About Karen Martinez
Karen Martinez is a Human Resources Assistant at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, providing analytical and technical support for the E-Verify and SAVE programs.
Current Position at Department of Homeland Security
Karen Martinez currently holds the position of Management and Program Assistant at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Washington, D.C., a role she has occupied since 2014. In her capacity, she provides analytical and technical program support specifically for the E-Verify and SAVE programs. Her responsibilities include processing and coordinating secondary and third-step non-confirmation processes and resolving immigration status verification issues to support employers, as well as state and federal agencies nationwide.
Previous Role at Department of Veterans Affairs
Prior to her current role, Karen Martinez worked at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C. as a Human Resources Supervisor in 2012 for four months. Earlier, she served from 2008 to 2014 as a Human Resources Assistant, dedicating six years to overseeing HR functions and supporting departmental operations.
Experience at Laugh Factory and Kohl's Department Stores
Before her tenure at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Karen Martinez was employed as an Executive Assistant at Laugh Factory in Los Angeles, California, from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, she worked as an Administrative Assistant at Kohl's Department Stores in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, from 2005 to 2006, further strengthening her administrative skills.
Early Career at Harkins Theatres
Karen Martinez commenced her career in a managerial capacity as an Assistant Manager at Harkins Theatres in Scottsdale, Arizona, where she worked from 2004 to 2007. Over her three-year tenure, she honed her leadership and operational management abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Educational Background
Karen Martinez pursued higher education vigorously, studying Biology at Mount Saint Mary's University, earning her Bachelor's degree from 2014 to 2017. She also studied Psychology at Arizona Western College from 2005 to 2007 and at Santa Monica College where she took courses in Psychology, Theater, and Theatre from 2000 to 2002.