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Krymese Frazier

Houston,Texas

Summary

Dynamic and Results-Driven Human Resources Professional with extensive expertise across all functional HR areas, including policy development, performance management, organizational development, benefits administration, executive coaching, and leadership training and development. Renowned for a strategic mindset and a comprehensive understanding of employment laws, compliance challenges, and workforce dynamics. Proven track record in implementing innovative process improvement initiatives and fostering staff development to align organizational objectives with corporate goals. An advocate for forward-thinking, line-of-sight strategies that promote inclusive and transformative HR management practices. Recognized for developing strategic processes that serve as catalysts for value-driven team dynamics, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional growth. Skilled in identifying and addressing cultural transformation needs to support sustainable organizational evolution and success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Field Specialist

Oracle, Inc.
Houston, Texas
04.2023 - 09.2024
  • Company Disengagement Reporting: Designed and automated detailed disengagement reports to support HR operations by accurately tracking employee lifecycle changes, including new hires, internal transfers, terminations, leaves of absence, managerial reassignments, location (ZIP code) changes, and compensation adjustments.
  • Global Workforce Update Tools: Created and implemented a standardized Global Cube Template to facilitate enterprise-wide HR data updates. Enabled field managers to submit accurate and timely information on job changes, reporting lines, cost center updates, geographic moves, target delivery metrics, sales allocations, and promotional activity, enhancing data integrity and decision-making across business units.
  • Reduction in Force (RIF) Coordination: Coordinated and supported Reduction in Force (RIF) processes across multiple business units, ensuring procedural accuracy, policy adherence, and seamless communication between HR, management, and affected employees.
  • Led and supported end-to-end RIF processes in alignment with company policy and employment law, ensuring consistency, confidentiality, and legal compliance.
  • Prepared separation packages, including severance calculations, release agreements, benefits continuation details, and transition assistance resources.

Senior Project Coordinator

Oracle, Inc.
Houston, Texas
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Company Overview: Merger & Acquisition – Oracle Inc. Acquired Cerner Corporation
  • Protocol Development & Training: Designed and implemented standardized protocols, operational workflows, and training materials to streamline program delivery across multiple teams. Facilitated initiatives that improved process adoption, reduced operational inconsistencies, and accelerated project ramp-up times.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with HR, business operations, IT, and executive stakeholders to align project deliverables with organizational goals. Acted as a central liaison to ensure task ownership, consistent communication, and timely execution across departments.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Facilitation: Organized and facilitated working sessions with internal business units to surface insights, gather feedback, and drive consensus around project priorities. Gathered requirements, shared updates, and ensured alignment with broader business objectives. Provided strategic guidance and support to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide initiatives. Maintained positive relationships with internal stakeholders to support project adoption and sustainability.
  • Role Definition & Task Management: Defined roles, responsibilities, and communication channels for cross-functional project teams promoting accountability and workflow clarity. Coordinated task assignments, monitored deadlines, and ensured progress aligned with project plans.
  • Progress Monitoring & issue Resolution: Tracked project status using dashboards and performance metrics. Identified roadblocks and bottlenecks early, implementing solutions to keep initiatives on track and within scope.
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Evaluated project risks and developed mitigation plans to reduce impact on timelines or deliverables. Maintained risk logs and proactively addressed issues to minimize disruption.
  • Performance Evaluation & Continuous Improvement: Conducted post-project reviews to evaluate program success against defined KPIs. Captured lessons learned, documented best practices, and implemented improvements to enhance the effectiveness of future initiatives.
  • Merger & Acquisition – Oracle Inc. Acquired Cerner Corporation

Senior Program Specialist (Contract Role)

Cerner Corporation
Houston, Texas
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • HR Compliance Administration: Led COVID-19 HR processes to support safe workplace re-entry, ensuring alignment with public health regulations and organizational policies.
  • Employee Support & Guidance: Provided employees with accurate information on isolation protocols, testing requirements, and symptom monitoring to maintain compliance and workplace safety.
  • Vaccine Exemption Management: Conducted structured interviews with employees and managers to assess COVID-19 vaccine exemption requests, evaluating role-specific requirements and accommodation feasibility.
  • Workflow & Data Management: Designed and implemented end-to-end vaccine exemption tracking systems using Excel databases, improving case tracking accuracy and process transparency.
  • Change Management Leadership: Championed organizational change by optimizing COVID-related workflows, integrating new policies, and managing stakeholder communication.
  • Training & Communication: Created and distributed clear training guides and communication materials to support process rollout, ensuring high adoption and understanding.

Human Resources Administrative Specialist

Independent Marketing Alliance
Houston, Texas
10.2019 - 10.2020
  • HR Advisory & Support: Provided coaching and consultation to managers on core HR functions, including compensation, benefits, performance management, disciplinary actions, employee relations, training, and occupational health and safety.
  • Policy Compliance & Interpretation: Interpreted and communicated HR policies and employment regulations, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws while minimizing legal risk and employee disputes.
  • Employee Relations & Investigations: Conducted internal investigations and addressed employee complaints, developing resolution strategies to foster a positive and compliant workplace culture.
  • Payroll Administration: Processed bi-monthly payroll, including timekeeping verification, new hires, terminations, garnishments, and compensation changes, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Performance Management: Coordinated full-cycle performance processes, including disciplinary actions, employee recognition, performance reviews, and development planning.
  • Onboarding: Designed and implemented a virtual onboarding program that improved new hire engagement, reduced time-to-productivity, and streamlined communication between HR, IT, and hiring managers.
  • Facilitated the end-to-end onboarding process, including background checks, benefits enrollment, systems access, orientation scheduling, and compliance documentation.
  • Data Reporting & Analysis: Maintained HR tracking tools and spreadsheets, generating reports and visual dashboards to support decision-making and monitor project progress.

Human Resources Generalist

Houston Food Bank
Houston, Texas
04.2018 - 06.2019
  • Policy Compliance & Interpretation: Interpreted and communicated HR policies and employment regulations, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws while minimizing legal risk and employee disputes.
  • Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Managed complex employee relations matters, facilitating conflict resolution and disciplinary actions to maintain a complaint and supportive workplace.
  • Led internal investigations, resolved workplace complaints, and delivered formal recommendations.
  • Responded to EEOC and TWC claims, conducting investigations and drafting responses to mitigate potential litigation and financial exposure.
  • Benefits Administration: Streamlined administration of benefits programs, including FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD, EEOC/Affirmative Action compliance, enrollment, claims resolution, and billing reconciliation.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing guidance on eligibility, enrollment, claims, and policy interpretation.
  • Coordinated open enrollment processes, including communication rollouts, system updates, and support for employees selecting or updating their benefit plans.
  • Handled leave administration (FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD), including tracking absences, managing documentation, and coordinating with third-party vendors.
  • Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Managed full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles, including job posting, resume screening, interviewing, reference checks, and offer negotiations.
  • Partnered with hiring managers to develop job descriptions, define role requirements, and created targeted sourcing strategies aligned with workforce planning goals.
  • Developed and delivered orientation programs to introduce new hires to company culture, policies, and expectations, resulting in increased engagement and reduced early turnover.
  • Conducted onboarding feedback sessions and exit interviews to identify areas for improvement and enhance employee retention strategies.

Human Resources Representative

PepsiCo, Inc.
Kathleen, Georgia
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Served as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, providing guidance to employees and managers on conflict resolution, disciplinary procedures, and workplace concerns.
  • Investigated employee complaints related to harassment, discrimination, misconduct, and policy violations, documented findings and recommended corrective actions to leadership.
  • Partnered with managers to address performance issues, coached underperforming employees, and applied progressive discipline in accordance with company policies and labor laws.
  • Advised leadership on risk mitigation strategies and potential legal exposure related to complex employee relations cases.
  • Benefits Administration: Administered benefits programs and ensured compliance with FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD, EEO/Affirmative Action, Workers' Compensation, and all applicable federal and state employment laws.
  • Partnered with the legal department to resolve complex disciplinary, EEO, and ADA-related cases, ensuring legal compliance and minimizing organizational risk.
  • Oversaw end-to-end leave of absence processes, including FMLA and ADA accommodations, ensuring timely documentation, clear communication, and compliance with policy requirements.
  • Talent Acquisition: Managed full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination for a variety of roles.
  • Maintained applicant tracking systems (ATS) to ensure accurate documentation, compliance, and reporting throughout the hiring process.
  • Conducted phone screens and interviews to assess candidate qualifications, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and culture.
  • Coordinated interview scheduling, candidate communications, and offer letters, ensuring a smooth and professional candidate experience.
  • Succession Planning: Partnered with leadership and department heads to identify key roles and high-potential talent, supporting long-term workforce continuity and organizational growth.
  • Developed and maintained succession planning frameworks to assess readiness, identify skill gaps, and guide development plans for future leadership pipelines.
  • Implemented tools and templates to track succession candidates, development progress, and potential internal mobility paths.
  • Supported internal mobility and retention efforts by aligning succession planning with learning & development and performance management initiatives.

Education

Master of Science - Human Resources, Concentration in Industrial Relations

University of Illinois Champaign
Champaign, Illinois

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois

Skills

  • Broad Human Resources Experience
  • Stakeholder Engagement Champion
  • Driven Personality
  • Calming Demeanor
  • Data Analysis Proficiency
  • Risk Assessment
  • Policy Analysis
  • Change Agility/Agile Methodology Developer
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Talent Development
  • Leadership Transformation
  • Executive Coach
  • Employee Relations
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Process Development & Improvement
  • Change Management
  • Communication skills

Certification

  • Certified Emotional Intelligence and Assessment Implemental Coach, High Performance Systems, Inc.
  • Certified Professional Life Coach (CPLC), ICF
  • Certified FMLA Compliance, Fred Pryor Seminars

Timeline

Human Resources Field Specialist

Oracle, Inc.
04.2023 - 09.2024

Senior Project Coordinator

Oracle, Inc.
06.2022 - 04.2023

Senior Program Specialist (Contract Role)

Cerner Corporation
05.2021 - 06.2022

Human Resources Administrative Specialist

Independent Marketing Alliance
10.2019 - 10.2020

Human Resources Generalist

Houston Food Bank
04.2018 - 06.2019

Human Resources Representative

PepsiCo, Inc.
01.2013 - 12.2014

Master of Science - Human Resources, Concentration in Industrial Relations

University of Illinois Champaign

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern Illinois University Carbondale