Rebecca Palia, SHRM-CP

Rebecca Palia, SHRM-CP is a seasoned human resources professional currently serving as the Manager of People Operations at Homebase.1 Her career in HR has been marked by progressive roles and diverse experiences:

Education and Early Career

Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and International Relations from the University of California, Davis, where she graduated with honors.1 She furthered her education with a Master of Arts in Sociology from Brandeis University, completing a Master's Thesis on Pediatric Bipolar Disorder.1 Her academic journey also included studying abroad at the Université de Bordeaux.1

Professional Experience

Homebase

Rebecca has been with Homebase since March 2020, where she has held the following positions:

• Manager, People Operations (September 2021 - Present)
• Senior HR Generalist (March 2020 - August 2021)1

At Homebase, she contributes to a company that provides tools for small businesses to manage hourly teams, including employee scheduling, time clocks, team communication, hiring, onboarding, and compliance.1

Previous Roles

Prior to Homebase, Rebecca's career included:

• HR Program Manager at Chegg Inc. (October 2019 - March 2020)
• HR Operations Analyst at Chegg Inc. (July 2018 - October 2019)
• HR & Recruiting Representative at StudyBlue (April 2017 - July 2018)
• Human Resource Specialist at 1st United Credit Union (December 2014 - April 2017)1

Skills and Expertise

Rebecca's experience spans various aspects of HR, including:

• Recruitment and interviewing
• Employee onboarding and orientation
• Implementing employee recognition programs
• Developing internship programs
• Conducting health and safety training
• Data analysis and reporting
• Ergonomic assessments
• Payroll and benefits administration1

Her diverse background, which includes roles in business development, teaching, and caregiving, contributes to her comprehensive approach to human resources management.