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Work History
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Certification
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DeShanda (Dee) Frazier

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Strategic HR and DEI leader with a proven talent management and workforce engagement track record. Expertise advising leadership on inclusive strategies while optimizing HR processes to enhance organizational effectiveness. Committed to fostering equitable work environments and utilizing data-driven insights for transformative change. Actively pursuing opportunities in contract HR, academia, and leadership consulting.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder/Independent Consultant

Elevation Works Consulting, LLC.
Knoxville, TN
03.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with small to mid-sized businesses and colleges to optimize HR systems through strategic workforce planning.
  • Designed and facilitated DEI training programs, leadership development workshops, and inclusive policy implementation strategies. Implemented engagement practices to enhance workplace culture.
  • Advised managers on best practices for managing their teams effectively.
  • Provided guidance and advice on labor law compliance matters, such as wage regulations, overtime rules, and safety standards.
  • Facilitated workshops on conflict resolution, diversity awareness, and team-building initiatives.

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Bechtel National, Inc.
Oak Ridge, TN
05.2023 - 03.2025

Uranium Processing Facility (UPF)

  • Ensured HR functions adhered to updated legal requirements through vigilant monitoring.
  • Handled over 20 cases that involved thorough examination and fair treatment, per policies.
  • Implemented onboarding improvements, cutting down time-to-hire significantly.
  • Led key DEI initiatives to enhance diverse hiring, engagement, and retention.
  • Achieved a 35% rise in LGBTQIA+ employee participation, creating tailored outreach campaigns.

Human Resources Generalist

Bechtel National, Inc.
Oak Ridge, TN
11.2021 - 05.2023

Uranium Processing Facility (UPF)

  • Directed comprehensive HR activities to support staffing, performance enhancement, and developmental initiatives.
  • Created and executed HR protocols optimizing workplace harmony.
  • Enhanced inclusion efforts by leading the LGBTQIA+ Business Resource Group with increased visibility.
  • Researched best practices in human resources management to identify areas of improvement within the organization.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from internal staff members regarding employment matters.

Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator (Remote)

Bechtel National, Inc.
Houston, TX
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Designed and applied strategic plans based on data, boosting diverse personnel in essential divisions by 10%.
  • Accelerated adoption of D&I programs, resulting in a significant 20% increase in staff involvement.
  • Enhanced inclusivity by tracking vital diversity data and achieving a 17% improvement.
  • Constructed evaluation mechanisms for measuring program effectiveness.
  • Developed and managed a comprehensive diversity and inclusion training curriculum for all staff members.

Project Human Resources Representative - Staffing and Recruiting

Bechtel National, Inc.
Pueblo, CO
05.2019 - 11.2021

Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP)

  • Managed a 10-week intern program for 12 to 14 students annually.
  • Reduced time-to-hire through improved recruitment practices, leading to greater efficiency in talent acquisition.
  • Increased accuracy in daily data management and streamlined operational processes.
  • Led diversity and inclusion initiatives, serving as the primary contact for updates to management.
  • Enhanced recruitment and employee management with applicant tracking systems and HRIS platforms.

Training and Development Intern

The University of Alabama
Huntsville
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Analyzed data collected from surveys or focus groups to assess the effectiveness of existing programs.
  • Developed strategies for measuring the success of ongoing learning initiatives across multiple departments.
  • Provided guidance and support throughout the onboarding process for new employees.

Human Resources Intern

Bechtel National, Inc.
06.2018 - 08.2018

Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP)

  • Conducted new employee orientations and onboarding processes.
  • Provided administrative support to the Human Resources department, including filing, data entry, and record-keeping.
  • Supported the organization of a talent workshop attended by 170 employees, working closely with project leadership and HR specialists.

Human Resources Associate

Quadrus Corporation
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Managed the onboarding process for new hires by providing relevant information about the organization's policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed and updated employee files, ensuring accuracy of information.
  • Evaluated job applications to determine best-qualified candidates for various roles within the organization.

Education

Ph.D. - Leadership, Equity, and Inquiry

Illinois State University
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05-2029

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus
College Park, MD
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management (HR)

University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL
05.2019

Associate of Science - General Studies (Concentration in Business Administration)

Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL
05.2017

Skills

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy
  • Human Resources Management and Compliance
  • Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning
  • Organizational Development and Change Leadership
  • Learning and Development (L&D)
  • Employee Engagement and Relations
  • HR Technology and Analytics
  • Leadership, Coaching and Facilitation

References

References available upon request.

Certification

  • Diversity & Inclusion in HR (HRCI)
  • Inclusive HR Leadership (HRCI)
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
  • Foundations of Leadership (NSLS)
  • Business Administration (Calhoun Community College)
  • Women in Leadership Certification (UTK, in progress)

Accomplishments

  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc Member
  • Advisory Board Member - Women in Leadership Certification Program, University of Tennessee, Knoxville - 10/01/24 to 10/01/25
  • Global LGBTQ+ Business Resource Group Advisor - 01/01/24 to Present
  • Global LGBTQ+ Business Resource Group Chair - 01/01/22 to 01/01/24
  • Defined Contribution Institutional Investment Association (DCIIA) D&I Rising Star Award Recipient 2022
  • The National Society of Leadership and Success - Sigma Alpha Pi Member
  • Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) Member
  • Sigma Kappa Delta - Theta Beta National Honor Society Member
  • Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Member

Timeline

Founder/Independent Consultant

Elevation Works Consulting, LLC.
03.2025 - Current

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Bechtel National, Inc.
05.2023 - 03.2025

Human Resources Generalist

Bechtel National, Inc.
11.2021 - 05.2023

Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator (Remote)

Bechtel National, Inc.
07.2021 - 11.2021

Project Human Resources Representative - Staffing and Recruiting

Bechtel National, Inc.
05.2019 - 11.2021

Training and Development Intern

The University of Alabama
08.2018 - 12.2018

Human Resources Intern

Bechtel National, Inc.
06.2018 - 08.2018

Human Resources Associate

Quadrus Corporation
08.2017 - 05.2018

Ph.D. - Leadership, Equity, and Inquiry

Illinois State University

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management (HR)

University of Alabama in Huntsville

Associate of Science - General Studies (Concentration in Business Administration)

Calhoun Community College
DeShanda (Dee) Frazier