NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Jezabeth Perez Padilla

February 12, 2025

NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Jezabeth Perez Padilla. Tell us about yourself.
Hello, my name is Jezabeth Perez Padilla. I grew up and currently live in New Haven. I graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a bachelor’s in business administration. I am also a New Haven Promise Scholar. When I’m not working, I enjoy visiting new places and being outdoors.

Tell us about your job search experience.
My job search journey has been quite interesting. I first joined Yale in 2019 as a New Haven Promise Intern at Yale Shared Services. Through my internship, I gained crucial work experience and was also able to strengthen my communication and adaptability skills. These skills have been essential throughout my journey at Yale, allowing me to adapt to new situations and work effectively with others. In the summer of 2020, I was set to participate in the Internship program, but that opportunity was canceled due to the pandemic. Later that year, I joined New Haven Works, where I had the chance to work alongside a job coach who provided me with valuable guidance throughout the Yale hiring process. This support ultimately led me to secure a temporary position at the Employee Service Center.

Tell us about your current roles at Yale.
I am currently a Senior Administrative Assistant in the Talent Acquisition department, where I support a team of Talent Acquisition Partners throughout the hiring process of new staff members. My responsibilities include reviewing job descriptions, ensuring a seamless transition from STARS to Workday for new hires, and enrolling staff members into New Employee Orientation; however, my role can vary depending on the team’s needs.

What advice do you have for other jobseekers?
My advice to other job seekers is to take full advantage of the resources New Haven Works has to offer. Working with a job coach was incredibly valuable for me. Not only did I get the opportunity to refine my resume and practice interviewing skills but most importantly, it helped me build my confidence.

What is next for you?
I look forward to gaining more experience and continuing to grow in my current position, as Yale has provided me with a career that supports ongoing professional development. Soon, I plan to take advantage of Yale’s Tuition Reimbursement Program to further my educational goals.