Perla Haaksma, Phr, Shrm Cp
About Perla Haaksma, Phr, Shrm Cp
Perla Haaksma is a Senior Benefits Analyst at Sunnova Energy with extensive experience in human resources and benefits administration.
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Perla Haaksma holds the position of Senior Benefits Analyst at Sunnova Energy, where she started working in 2022.
Professional Background
Perla Haaksma has an extensive background in human resources and benefits administration. She began her career at Balboa Concepts Inc. as a Human Resource Administrative Intern and SEO Specialist. She subsequently held roles at MetroNational as a Bilingual Human Resources Assistant, Reliant & NRG as a Bilingual Credit / Fraud Analyst Contractor, and Morson International as a Bilingual Recruitment and Benefits Coordinator. Her career progressed to American Midstream, LP, where she served as a Bilingual Human Resources Coordinator. Following that, she joined Park Lawn Corporation as a U.S. Benefits Administrator. In 2021, she became a Benefits Analyst at Sunnova Energy before being promoted to Senior Benefits Analyst in 2022.
Education and Expertise
Perla Haaksma has a strong educational foundation, having studied at Rice University, where she completed the SHRM Essentials of HR Management in 2015. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Corporate Communications with a Minor in Education from the University of Houston, completed in 2014. Additionally, she studied Business Administration and Management at Our Lady of the Lake University, achieving a Bachelor's Degree in 2011. Her formal education has provided her with a robust understanding of HR management and corporate communications.
Experience in Various HR Roles
Throughout her career, Perla Haaksma has held a variety of roles in different organizations, contributing to her broad expertise in HR and benefits management. Positions include her time at American Midstream, LP as a Bilingual Human Resources Coordinator, where she gained valuable HR experience. At Park Lawn Corporation, she worked as a U.S. Benefits Administrator, enhancing her skills in benefits administration. Her diverse roles have equipped her with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience, making her a well-rounded professional in the HR field.
Language Skills and HR Coordination
Perla Haaksma's roles have often leveraged her bilingual skills, particularly in English and another language, enhancing her effectiveness in various HR capacities. For instance, she worked as a Bilingual Human Resources Coordinator at American Midstream, LP, and as a Bilingual Recruitment and Benefits Coordinator at Morson International. Her bilingual proficiency has been a significant asset in these positions, allowing her to communicate effectively and manage responsibilities across diverse linguistic groups.