Felicia Brown
Dudley,NC
Summary
Results-driven leader leverages people and best practices to create accountable performance. Change agent with history of driving continuous performance improvements. Develops and executes strategies to attract, develop, engage and retain strong and diverse talent.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources
Wayne County Public Schools
Goldsboro, NC
08.2017 - Current
- Analyzed employee data to identify trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Provided guidance on labor relations issues
- Coordinated recruitment activities to ensure the organization was staffed with qualified personnel.
- Investigated incidents of workplace harassment or discrimination complaints.
- Drafted job descriptions and prepared job postings for open positions.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies that would increase employee engagement levels.
- Counseled managers on disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Supervised HR Department employees by directing activities and monitoring performance.
Chief Officer/Asst. Supt. of HR & Leadership Dev.
Duplin County Schools
Kenansville , NC
07.2014 - 08.2017
- Developed and implemented human resources policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees in all departments.
- Investigated grievances and violations of employment policies.
- Assisted the Superintendent in personnel assignments and leadership development.
- Assisted the Superintendent in relocating over 300 employees during the closing of three middle schools.
- Assisted the Superintendent in allocating positions aligned to annual budgets.
Executive Director of Human Resources
Duplin County Schools
Kenansville, NC
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented Human Resources strategies that aligned with the organization's overall business objectives.
- Managed a team of HR professionals to ensure effective recruitment, onboarding, training, development and performance management processes.
- Conducted employee relations activities such as investigations, disciplinary action, terminations and grievances.
- Analyzed compensation data to identify trends in pay practices and recommend solutions for improvement.
Principal
Duplin County Schools
Kenansville, NC
02.2009 - 09.2012
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
Assistant Principal
Duplin County Schools
Rose Hill, NC
08.2007 - 02.2009
Education
Ed.D. - Educational Administration
05.2024
Master of Arts - School Administration
05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Grades Education
05.1997
Skills
- Strategy Development
- Training Programs
- Training Program Management
- Compensation Structuring
- Employee Relations
- Performance Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Performance Evaluation
- Recruitment Strategies
- Strategic Planning
- Human Resources Management
- Policy Implementation
Accomplishments
- NC Principal Fellow Graduate 2007
- Duplin County Principal of the Year 2012-13
- Duplin County Central Office Employee of the Quarter 2016
- Conference Presenter at Professional Development Schools National Conference February 2017 (Duplin County Leadership Academy for Prospective Leaders)
- Conference Speaker at North Carolina Association of School Administrators Educational Leadership Conferences: March 2022 (Transitioning and Stabilizing the Workforce) and March 2023 (Sustaining Human Capital)
Timeline
Director of Human Resources - Wayne County Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
Chief Officer/Asst. Supt. of HR & Leadership Dev. - Duplin County Schools
07.2014 - 08.2017
Executive Director of Human Resources - Duplin County Schools
09.2012 - 06.2014
Principal - Duplin County Schools
02.2009 - 09.2012
Assistant Principal - Duplin County Schools
08.2007 - 02.2009
University of North Carolina At Wilmington - Ed.D., Educational Administration
North Carolina State University - Master of Arts, School Administration
North Carolina Central University - Bachelor of Arts, Middle Grades Education
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