Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Human Resource Operations
Strategic Leadership
Core Competencies
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CAROL PROCTOR

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Strategic Human Resources Executive with over 20 years of progressive leadership experience, including 8+ years in HR operations within complex, multi-site manufacturing environments. Proven track record of designing and leading centralized HR infrastructures that drive consistency, ensure regulatory compliance, and support enterprise-wide efficiency across union and non-union settings.

Expert in overseeing and optimizing all core HR operational functions including HRIS, payroll, benefits, compensation, policy governance, and labor relations. Adept at implementing scalable systems and process improvements that enhance data accuracy, enable real-time reporting, and improve employee experience.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Workforce Development Advisory Consultant

KSE Associates
Carrollton, TX
04.2022 - 04.2025
  • Led organizational HR transformation initiatives across manufacturing, healthcare, and tech sectors.
  • Delivered HR operations strategy, workforce planning, SOP development, and policy governance.

Chief Strategy Officer

KSE Associates
Carrollton, TX
11.2017 - 03.2022
  • Oversaw HR systems implementation and organizational design.
  • Partnered with C-suite to align talent operations with business transformation, including HRIS integration and labor strategy.

Chief People Officer

HealthSmart Benefit Solutions
Irving, TX
01.2015 - 07.2017
  • Directed HR for 1,500+ employees across multiple states.
  • Managed payroll, HRIS, benefits, compensation, performance management, and compliance.
  • Built centralized HR shared services model and improved employee experience through automation.

Director, HR Operations

Cox Communications
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2003 - 12.2013
  • Oversaw HR functions for a workforce exceeding 2,000 in a multi-site telecom organization.
  • Optimized payroll systems and HRIS for improved accuracy and efficiency.
  • Transformed talent acquisition processes, resulting in higher quality hires.
  • Refined performance management protocols to support employee growth and retention.

Director, Human Resources

St. Anthony Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
04.2000 - 09.2003
  • Oversaw HR operations for more than 2,000 healthcare employees.
  • Directed initiatives in recruitment, labor relations, and policy implementation.
  • Enhanced workforce morale through innovative employee engagement strategies.

HR Generalist

Bridgestone
Oklahoma City, OK
09.1994 - 04.2000
  • Provided HR support in a unionized manufacturing environment.
  • Managed hiring, grievance resolution, policy administration, and contract negotiations.

Education

Master of Arts - Organizational Development

Mid America Christian University
Oklahoma City

MBA -

Mid America Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK

Bachelor of Science - Management

Mid America Christian University
Oklahoma City

Skills

  • HR transformation
  • Workforce planning
  • Policy governance
  • HRIS integration
  • Labor strategy
  • Payroll administration

Human Resource Operations

  • Directed end-to-end HR operations for 2,000+ employees across multiple states: recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, compliance, employee relations, and offboarding.
  • Developed standardized HR policies, handbooks, and procedures for manufacturing and corporate.
  • Managed complex employee relations including investigations, grievance and disciplinary actions.
  • Implemented performance management systems with goal-setting, feedback tools, and accountability metrics to improve productivity.

Strategic Leadership

  • Partnered with executives to align HR operations with business goals.
  • Led healthcare staffing and compliance for Joint Commission and HIPAA readiness.
  • Built HR infrastructures from scratch in startups and high-growth environments, including performance management and talent acquisition.
  • Directed HR integration during M&A, including due diligence, talent assessments, and alignment.
  • Trusted advisor to CEOs and Boards, delivering leadership insights for business transformation.

Core Competencies

  • HR Operations & Process Optimization, Deep expertise in leading centralized HR operations across multi-site organizations. Proven success in standardizing HR processes across HRIS, payroll, benefits, and compliance functions. Experienced in establishing policy governance to ensure operational agility.
  • HRIS Implementation & System Integration, Led enterprise-wide implementation and integration of leading HR platforms including ADP Workforce Now, Workday, SuccessFactors, Paylocity, and Oracle/ICIMs. Ensured seamless data migration, system adoption, and reporting accuracy across complex, decentralized environments.
  • Labor Relations & Compliance Oversight, Experienced in contract negotiations, grievance administration, and union relationship management. Collaborated with legal and site HR to align contract terms with operational goals. Ensured compliance with FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, ACA, and EEOC through proactive audit readiness and training.
  • Total Rewards & Compensation Governance, Partnered with Finance and executive leadership to structure and administer competitive and equitable compensation programs.

Timeline

Workforce Development Advisory Consultant

KSE Associates
04.2022 - 04.2025

Chief Strategy Officer

KSE Associates
11.2017 - 03.2022

Chief People Officer

HealthSmart Benefit Solutions
01.2015 - 07.2017

Director, HR Operations

Cox Communications
11.2003 - 12.2013

Director, Human Resources

St. Anthony Hospital
04.2000 - 09.2003

HR Generalist

Bridgestone
09.1994 - 04.2000

Master of Arts - Organizational Development

Mid America Christian University

MBA -

Mid America Christian University

Bachelor of Science - Management

Mid America Christian University