Candace Crumpler
Peachtree City,GA
Summary
People Operations & HR Generalist with 7+ years of experience supporting leaders in fast-paced, performance-driven environments. Trusted advisor to managers on performance management, employee relations, and sensitive people matters, with strong working knowledge of U.S. employment law. Known for improving manager effectiveness, driving consistent performance processes, and leveraging people data to inform retention and engagement strategies.
A results-driven professional with comprehensive background in diverse roles. Known for enhancing operational workflows and contributing to cross-functional team success. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in multitasking and conflict resolution.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
People & Culture Generalist
Saras Micro Devices
Atlanta, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Partner with leaders supporting high-performing technical teams in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment, providing guidance on performance, engagement, and employee relations
- Coordinate and administer performance management cycles for ~100+ employees, ensuring timely documentation, manager readiness, and consistent execution
- Coach managers on effective performance conversations, feedback delivery, and navigating sensitive employee situations, contributing to a 20% reduction in performance-related escalations
- Support employee separations in partnership with leadership, ensuring 100% compliant and timely execution
- Analyze turnover and workforce data to identify trends, informing retention and workforce planning strategies
- Prepare people insights and HR metrics used by senior leaders for operational decision-making
HR / Employee Relations Specialist
MarketSource (Allegis Group)
Alpharetta, GA
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed 75+ employee relations cases annually, advising leaders on performance, conduct, and corrective action in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
- Partnered with HR Business Partners and Legal to mitigate risk and ensure consistent, compliant outcomes
- Analyzed employee relations and performance data to surface trends impacting engagement, retention, and manager effectiveness
- Led ADA accommodations and coordinated responses to EEOC and state agency inquiries, maintaining audit-ready documentation
HR Generalist / Recruiter
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported recruiting and HR operations for exempt and professional staff across 10+ departments, assisting with 50–75 hires annually and ensuring a consistent, compliant hiring process
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system, ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision-making.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and open-door policies.
HR Generalist (Contract)
United Gaming
Atlanta, GA
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Supported performance review processes, onboarding, and manager coaching during periods of rapid growth
- Tracked KPIs to assess workforce effectiveness and engagement trends
- Developed and implemented employee onboarding programs, enhancing integration processes for new hires.
- Streamlined recruitment workflows through effective use of ATS platforms, reducing time-to-hire by 25–30% while maintaining candidate experience and compliance
- Collaborated with leadership to define organizational structure, aligning human resources strategies with business objectives.
HR Professional
Fulton County Schools
Atlanta, GA
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Supported HR operations for one of Georgia’s largest public school systems, partnering with school leaders and central office teams across multiple sites and diverse employee populations
- Coordinated large-scale onboarding and orientation programs for educators and staff, onboarding 300+ employees annually across multiple locations
- Supported workforce planning initiatives including staffing adjustments, reassignments, and reductions, ensuring alignment with operational needs and budget constraints
- Provided guidance to leaders on HR policies, performance expectations, and employee relations matters, escalating complex issues as appropriate
- Maintained accurate employee data and documentation to support compliance, audits, and reporting requirements
- Improved HR workflows and documentation processes, increasing process efficiency, consistency, and turnaround time across sites
Education
Associate of Science -
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Atlanta, GA05.2026
Skills
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
- Leader Coaching
- Employee Separations
- Compliance
- HRIS
- Cross-Functional Partnership
- Problem-solving
- Process improvement
- MS office
- Cultural awareness
- Performance assessments
- Performance tracking
- Strategic planning
- Training and development
Accomplishments
- Implemented the use and company-wide training of TrinetHire for hiring tasks.
Timeline
People & Culture Generalist
Saras Micro Devices
08.2023 - Current
HR / Employee Relations Specialist
MarketSource (Allegis Group)
10.2022 - 08.2023
HR Generalist / Recruiter
Clark Atlanta University
02.2022 - 10.2022
HR Generalist (Contract)
United Gaming
06.2021 - 01.2022
HR Professional
Fulton County Schools
08.2017 - 06.2021
Associate of Science -
Atlanta Metropolitan State College