Janea S. McDonald, PHD, PHR, SHRM-CP
Summary
Innovative leader recognized for driving high productivity and efficient task completion through a people-first approach. Specialize in people development with proven skills in communication, empathy, and adaptability. Expertise in leadership coaching and organizational development enhances team performance and engagement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/CEO
Edge Consulting, LLC
10.2011 - Current
- Deliver leadership development courses that incorporate instructional design, training facilitation, and evaluation techniques.
- Execute various HR functions, offering advice on discrimination and sexual harassment prevention matters.
- Perform audits of HR policies and procedures to ensure best practices.
- Formulate policies and handbooks to establish clear guidelines.
Director of Human Capital
Lindmark Companies
11.2019 - 10.2023
- Established HR department
- Planned and directed all human capital related functions for growing billboard business
- Created and facilitated training to meet needs of organization
- Prepared organization for the people side of future growth through acquisitions
- Advised on all human capital related issues
- Completed the human capital transition of acquisition by the company in which number of employees tripled
Instructor (Adjunct)
The University of Mississippi
05.2016 - 05.2021
- Taught Graduate and Undergraduate Courses in Business and Higher Education (online and in-person)
Instructor (Adjunct)
University of South Alabama
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Taught Graduate and Undergraduate Courses in Business and Higher Education (online and in-person)
Instructor (Adjunct)
The University of Southern Mississippi
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Taught Graduate and Undergraduate Courses in Business and Higher Education (online and in-person)
Instructor (Adjunct)
William Carey University
02.2010 - 05.2013
- Taught Graduate and Undergraduate Courses in Business and Higher Education (online and in-person)
Director of HR and Technology Divisions
Aspire, Inc.
11.2008 - 10.2011
- Created and facilitated training based on client needs, including e-learning
- Created and updated training materials
- Created marketing materials for clients, including web sites and brochures
- Offered HR consulting services as needed
Director of Human Resources
Lindmark Outdoor Advertising, LLC
11.2007 - 10.2008
- Projected future human resource needs based on business expansion
- Created and implemented policies and procedures
- Recruited for all levels of positions
- Processed payroll and benefit information for employees
- Audited and corrected personnel records
- Provided new employee orientation and one-on-one training as necessary
Human Resources Manager
The University of Southern Mississippi- Gulf Coast
05.2005 - 11.2007
- Managed the human resources functions of USM-Gulf Coast, to include Stennis Space Center and Gulf Coast Research Laboratory. This included employment, benefits, records administration, employee relations, training, classification and compensation, worker’s compensation, and compliance.
- Ensured all policies, procedures, state and federal laws regarding the workplace were followed
Manager of Employment and Training
The University of Mississippi
04.1998 - 05.2005
- Managed, coordinated, and participated in the operation of the University Employment Office; coordinated the recruitment and placement of staff employees, adhering to federal guidelines; Managed the operation of the Student Employment Office and the processing of student employees into the payroll system
- Acted as systems administrator for online application system and electronic forms system; created and maintained all departmental web pages
- Matched applicant qualifications with job specifications; referred qualified applicants to prospective employers within the University
- Supervised the Training and Development Program offered to faculty and staff; facilitated seminars as needed; Aided in the creation of an online new employee orientation
Human Resource Generalist (Training)
The University of Mississippi
06.2001 - 08.2001
- Organized and facilitated new employee orientation
- Coordinated and marketed campus-wide training programs
- Created and facilitated training seminars
Compensation Analyst
The University of Mississippi
04.1998 - 06.2001
- Determined proper classification within the University’s Classification Plan
- Created and maintained job descriptions
- Determined correct pay ranges for positions based on market data
- Maintained compensation and classification information on a variety of computer systems
- Note: Began focusing solely on training in January 2000. However, title did not officially change until June 2001
Recruiter
Pilot Catastrophe Services, Inc.
07.1996 - 03.1998
- Hired employees for three (3) national companies, as well as the home office
- Placed job advertisements; reviewed application materials; interviewed potential employees; conducted background and reference checks; and offered employment
- Assisted in the conversion of 2,800 employees from independent contractor status to temporary employee status
Education
Doctorate of Philosophy - Human Capital Development
The University of Southern Mississippi
Long Beach, Mississippi06-2015
Master of Science Degree - Workforce Training and Development
The University of Southern Mississippi
Long Beach, Mississippi05-2008
Bachelor of Science Degree - Human Resources Management
The University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama01.1997
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Canva
- Mentimeter and Slido
- SessionLab
- Adobe Suite to include Captivate and Presenter
- Learning Management Systems: Sakai, Blackboard, Desire2Learn, and Canvas
- Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: SAP and PeopleSoft
- Talent Management Software: PeopleAdmin, Paylocity, PayCom
Publications
- Annulis, H., McDonald, J., Phillips, P., Best practices for developing change leadership in turbulent times, 05/01/13, The Conference Board: Executive Action Series, http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=2501
- Annulis, H., McDonald, J., Higgins, G., Ritchie, J., Stout, B., Thompson, R., Change leaders’ reflections of hurricane katrina: A qualitative review, Change Management: An International Journal, 12, 2, 1-10
- McDonald, J. S., Annulis, H. M., Employee engagement in a higher education setting: A quantitative approach, SAGE Research Methods Cases, 10.4135/9781526477019
Certifications And Awards
- Professional of Human Resources (PHR), 12/01/99
- Society of Human Resources Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), 10/01/15
- Certified Training and Development Professional, 12/01/07
- Certificate in Effective Instruction, 09/01/19
- FourSight Certified to Administer Self-Assessment and Provide Feedback, 2019
- Various Graduate School Awards
- Conscious Capitalism Certificate
Timeline
Director of Human Capital
Lindmark Companies
11.2019 - 10.2023
Instructor (Adjunct)
The University of Southern Mississippi
10.2018 - 05.2019
Instructor (Adjunct)
The University of Mississippi
05.2016 - 05.2021
Instructor (Adjunct)
University of South Alabama
05.2016 - 05.2020
Owner/CEO
Edge Consulting, LLC
10.2011 - Current
Instructor (Adjunct)
William Carey University
02.2010 - 05.2013
Director of HR and Technology Divisions
Aspire, Inc.
11.2008 - 10.2011
Director of Human Resources
Lindmark Outdoor Advertising, LLC
11.2007 - 10.2008
Human Resources Manager
The University of Southern Mississippi- Gulf Coast
05.2005 - 11.2007
Human Resource Generalist (Training)
The University of Mississippi
06.2001 - 08.2001
Manager of Employment and Training
The University of Mississippi
04.1998 - 05.2005
Compensation Analyst
The University of Mississippi
04.1998 - 06.2001
Recruiter
Pilot Catastrophe Services, Inc.
07.1996 - 03.1998
Doctorate of Philosophy - Human Capital Development
The University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Science Degree - Workforce Training and Development
The University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Science Degree - Human Resources Management
The University of South Alabama
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