Ebony LeSueur
Fortville,Indiana
Summary
Strategic HR and Program Management Leader with over 10 years of experience in launching enterprise-wide initiatives and enhancing organizational capabilities. Proven track record in transforming onboarding, culture, and leadership development programs within public sector and higher education. Expertise in addressing complex people challenges, automating workflows, and aligning human capital strategies with business objectives. Credentials include SHRM-SCP certification, PMP applicant status, and Microsoft certification in Program Management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior HR Business Partner
Indiana Public Retirement System
Indianapolis, IN
02.2023 - Current
- Lead enterprise-wide HR initiatives strategy supporting 250+ employees at a financial services quasi-state agency.
- Spearheaded the onboarding strategy for full-time staff, interns, and vendors, introducing sponsor matching, automated workflows, and feedback loops to improve retention and ramp-up speed.
- Directed employee engagement and internal communications, securing consecutive 'Best Places to Work' awards with a 53.25% increase in survey participation.
- Designed a four-path leadership development pipeline aligned with succession planning and executive priorities.
- Resolved complex employee relations cases with speed and discretion, ensuring policy alignment and legal compliance.
- Modernized 60+ HR policies in collaboration with legal and compliance holders.
- Launched digital transformation projects using SharePoint, automating internal forms and policy access.
- Partnered with PMO and space planners on HR suite renovation – improving functionality, design, and ergonomics.
HR Business Partner
Indiana University
Indianapolis, IN
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Sole HR advisor to 200+ academic and medical staff during a period of departmental restructuring.
- Advised leadership on performance, discipline, terminations, classification updates, and compliance.
- Facilitated employee coaching, staff appreciation, and change management during organizational transition.
HR Generalist
Indiana Public Retirement System
Indianapolis, IN
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Created flexible work policy framework integrating ADA, FMLA, and COVID-era executive orders.
- Redesigned onboarding programs, enhancing feedback collection, and improving early engagement KPIs.
- Supported hybrid work readiness and policy alignment through collaboration with department leads.
HR Generalist
Consulting Solutions
Jacksonville, FL
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Scaled HR processes across multiple states to support organizational growth.
- Standardized compliance documentation and digitized personnel records to improve audit readiness.
- Coordinated onboarding and training programs to ensure consistency across regions.
Early Career Roles
Various Organizations
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Muncie, IN; Jacksonville, FL
- Organizations: Ball State University, Meridian Health Services, Ajilon, Collabera, AppleOne.
- Roles: Payroll & Employee Benefits Assistant, HR Representative, Onboarding Coordinator, Senior HR Specialist, HR Generalist
- Delivered HR support in recruitment, benefits, onboarding, and policy administration across sectors, including healthcare, higher ed, and staffing.
- Facilitated internal communication, employee coaching, and compliance programs.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Purdue University
Skills
- Strategic HR and People Operations
- HR Process Optimization and Automation
- Program and Project Management
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Leadership Development and Succession
- Workforce and Onboarding Strategy
- Employee Relations and Investigations
- Policy Development and Compliance
- Organizational Change and Culture
- Internal Communications and Engagement
Certification
- SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
- Microsoft Program Management Professional Certificate
- SHRM Workplace Investigations Specialty Credential
- SHRM People Manager Qualification
- Certified Mentor – Engage Mentoring
- PMP Candidate – Fall 2025
Timeline
Senior HR Business Partner
Indiana Public Retirement System
02.2023 - Current
HR Business Partner
Indiana University
09.2022 - 01.2023
HR Generalist
Indiana Public Retirement System
03.2021 - 09.2022
HR Generalist
Consulting Solutions
10.2019 - 12.2020
Early Career Roles
Various Organizations
01.2015 - 12.2019
Master of Science - Public Administration
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Purdue University
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