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Antanett S. Harris

MS, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PMP
Windsor Mill,MD

Summary

Dynamic human resource leader with broad eexperience in spearheading people strategy in diverse, highly regulated environments including academic institutions and federal contracting. Certified in SHRM-SCP, SPHR, and PMP, with a proven track record of designing scalable systems, providing expert advice on risk and compliance, and ensuring alignment of human capital with business objectives in complex, mission-focused settings. Recognized for simplifying complex policies into actionable plans, guiding executive teams through organizational transitions with strategic insights, and empowering leaders through coaching, DEI initiatives, and workforce optimization. Bringing a blend of analytical acumen, relationship-focused leadership, and composed execution approach that fosters performance excellence, resilience, and lasting positive outcomes.

Overview

28
years of professional experience
4
Certification

Work History

Index Analytics

Senior HR Business Partner
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Develop and execute enterprise HR strategies in coordination with the COO and Corporate Counsel, expanding the remote workforce by 300% while maintaining a retention rate above 85%.
  • Streamline onboarding and performance management systems, reducing new hire ramp up time by 40% and increasing operational agility across departments.
  • Revamp benefits offerings and vendor relationships, delivering substantial annual cost savings while enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor on workforce policy, labor compliance, and risk mitigation, ensuring HR practices align with organizational goals and legal standards at the executive level.

Coppin State University

Senior HR Generalist
01.2018 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Partnered with the Chief Human Resources Officer to manage HR compliance and labor relations, ensuring consistent adherence to Title VII, Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and other employment regulations across a diverse, multi-campus workforce.
  • Developed and delivered benefits education and engagement initiatives that increased plan utilization, reduced employee inquiries by 33% and improved overall satisfaction with HR services.
  • Led the university’s COVID-19 response strategy, designing and implementing remote work protocols, vaccination policies, and return-to-campus plans, minimizing disruption while prioritizing employee safety and evolving compliance.
  • Served as an advisor to management and union/non-union employees in sensitive employee relations cases, facilitating investigations and grievance processes while ensuring compliance with labor agreements and institutional standards.

Stevenson University

Office Manager / Executive Assistant to the VP
01.2013 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Served as a trusted operational partner to the Vice President of Human Resources, supporting strategic planning, initiative execution, and high-level coordination across HR functions.
  • Managed day-to-day HR operations and led the development of Standard Operating Procedures for recruitment, onboarding, and benefits administration—improving process efficiency by 30%.
  • Administered budgeting and financial tracking for tuition remission and employee programs, producing executive-level reports that informed decision-making and fiscal planning.
  • Navigated confidential personnel matters, organizational communications, and policy rollouts, maintaining discretion while supporting initiatives in employee relations, DEI, and workforce planning.

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Senior Research Program Coordinator
01.2007 - 01.2012

Job overview

  • Oversaw all aspects of a federally funded summer research training program for high school and undergraduate students, including program design, recruitment, scheduling, and regulatory compliance.
  • Spearheaded the development and rollout of an inaugural MD-PhD pathway program, coordinating faculty mentorship, academic planning, and research integration for dual degree candidates.
  • HR and operational functions, overseeing hiring processes, onboarding systems, personnel documentation, and staff coordination to support expanding research activities and growth.
  • Led comprehensive budget oversight across multi-million-dollar research portfolios, collaborating with finance and procurement to forecast spending, reconcile accounts, and ensure timely execution of contracts, subawards, and reporting deliverables.

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Senior Administrative Coordinator
01.2005 - 01.2007

Job overview

  • Serve as the principal administrative partner to the Department Chair, supporting academic operations, faculty initiatives, and the research mission through high-level coordination and execution.
  • Managed large-scale, multi-investigator research projects and complex grant submissions, ensuring compliance with IRB, institutional, and sponsor requirements while supporting multi-million-dollar funding outcomes.
  • Led departmental tracking and reporting of faculty research output, appointments, and academic promotions, providing accurate data and administrative support for leadership decision-making.
  • Facilitated communication between faculty, external collaborators, and university leadership, while onboarding and mentoring new research staff to ensure continuity and adherence to institutional standards.

Fund for Johns Hopkins Medicine

Administrative Assistant II
01.2003 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Served as the principal administrative partner to the Department Chair, managing research operations, faculty initiatives, and departmental priorities across academic and research functions.
  • Coordinated the execution of large-scale, multi-investigator research projects, ensuring compliance with IRB requirements, grant deliverables, and institutional standards.
  • Oversaw development and submission of complex grant proposals, progress reports, and interdepartmental collaborations, contributing to successful multi-million-dollar funding outcomes.
  • Led departmental tracking of faculty research output, academic appointments, and strategic initiatives, producing actionable data to support leadership planning and reporting.
  • Directed onboarding and mentoring of new research staff and coordinators, promoting operational continuity and institutional best practices.

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Senior Research Program Coordinator
01.2000 - 01.2003

Job overview

  • Coordinated multiple public health research projects, successfully managing a $15m annual budget and ensuring compliance with international research protocols.
  • Oversaw hiring processes for research staff and tracked progress of grant applications, contributing to a 32% increase in grant renewals.
  • Supported budget forecasting, enabling the timely allocation of resources and funding throughout the research lifecycle.
  • Liaised between principal investigators, institutional partners, and global collaborators to align project goals, streamline workflows, and ensure timely delivery of research milestones.

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Administrative Secretary
01.1998 - 01.2000

Job overview

  • Managed scheduling logistics for over 300 medical interventions monthly, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring seamless patient care.
  • Supervised and trained junior staff, improving documentation accuracy and significantly reducing turnaround times.
  • Enhanced patient communication strategies, resulting in a 15% increase in scheduling efficiency through proactive resource management.
  • Organized clinical symposiums engaging stakeholders practicing nationwide; the event’s success led to its expansion into a quarterly, revenue-generating program recognized for advancing procedural excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Education

University of Maryland Global Campus

Master of Science from Management (Human Resources)

University of Baltimore

Bachelor of Science from Business Administration (HR Management)

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance expertise
  • Human resources project management
  • Employee benefits management
  • Employee training
  • Data modeling expertise
  • Strategic organizational transformation
  • Workforce engagement initiatives
  • HR technology integration
  • Risk assessment and compliance guidance
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Equity-focused program planning

Certification

  • SHRM-SCP | Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
  • SPHR | Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)
  • PMP | Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • CSM | Scrum Alliance

Timeline

Senior HR Business Partner

Index Analytics
01.2021 - Current

Senior HR Generalist

Coppin State University
01.2018 - 01.2021

Office Manager / Executive Assistant to the VP

Stevenson University
01.2013 - 01.2017

Senior Research Program Coordinator

University of Maryland, Baltimore
01.2007 - 01.2012

Senior Administrative Coordinator

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
01.2005 - 01.2007

Administrative Assistant II

Fund for Johns Hopkins Medicine
01.2003 - 01.2005

Senior Research Program Coordinator

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
01.2000 - 01.2003

Administrative Secretary

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
01.1998 - 01.2000

University of Baltimore

Bachelor of Science from Business Administration (HR Management)

University of Maryland Global Campus

Master of Science from Management (Human Resources)

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