LaTonya Harper-Macon
North Little Rock,AR
Summary
Strategic Human Resources Leader | Compensation | Employee Relations | Talent Strategy
Human Resources professional with 15+ years of progressive experience partnering with executive leadership to support workforce strategy, compensation programs, recruitment, and employee relations across healthcare, education, and corporate environments. Experienced in leading compensation initiatives, job classification analysis, and HR process improvements while advising leaders on complex workforce matters. Known for strengthening HR operations through policy development, HRIS implementation, and leadership training while aligning HR practices with organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Compensation Analyst II
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
Little Rock, AR
11.2022 - Current
- Conducted compensation analysis and salary benchmarking to support competitive and equitable pay practices.
- Developed and maintained compensation spreadsheets supporting annual merit increases and bonus payout calculations in partnership with payroll.
- Advised HR Business Partners and leadership on compensation decisions including job evaluations, salary offers, and internal equity considerations.
- Designed and launched a centralized SharePoint compensation hub providing HR Business Partners and managers with compensation structures, manager guidance materials, and an automated job evaluation request workflow to streamline compensation processes.
Human Resources Manager II
Sodexo USA (CHI St Vincent System)
Little Rock, AR
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Partnered with operational leadership in a healthcare environment to manage employee relations, performance management, and workforce challenges.
- Investigated workplace concerns and ensured consistent application of HR policies and employment practices.
- Coached managers on employee relations issues, disciplinary actions, and performance management strategies.
- Supported recruiting and workforce planning initiatives to meet operational staffing needs.
- Managed HR support for a multi-site healthcare operation supporting hundreds of employees.
Human Resources Manager
The Pointe Outpatient Behavioral Health
Little Rock, AR
07.2014 - 09.2017
- Partnered with department leaders and supervisors to provide guidance on employee relations matters, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
- Investigated employee complaints and workplace concerns, ensuring consistent and fair application of HR policies and employment practices.
- Supported recruiting and staffing initiatives including job postings, candidate screening, and onboarding to meet operational workforce needs.
- Advised managers on HR policies, employee performance issues, and workplace conflict resolution to promote effective leadership practices.
- Maintained HR documentation related to employee relations cases, disciplinary actions, and compliance requirements.
- Assisted with employee onboarding and orientation processes to ensure employees understood organizational policies, expectations, and workplace standards.
- Supported employee engagement initiatives aimed at improving employee satisfaction and workplace culture.
- Partnered with leadership to address workforce challenges and support operational staffing needs within a behavioral healthcare environment.
- Supported leadership through organizational changes impacting workforce structure while maintaining compliance with HR policies and employment practices.
Human Resources Generalist
Cornerstone Healthcare Group LLC
Little Rock, AR
04.2013 - 07.2014
- Partnered with leadership to address employee relations matters, performance management, and workforce challenges.
- Investigated employee complaints and ensured fair and consistent application of HR policies.
- Supported recruiting initiatives including job postings, candidate screening, and onboarding.
- Processed biweekly payroll and maintained HR documentation supporting compliance and workforce operations.
Human Resources Generalist
Francis Allen School for Exceptional Children
Little Rock, AR
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Implemented the PeopleSoft HRIS system to centralize employee records and support performance management and leave administration.
- Automated and streamlined payroll processes, improving payroll accuracy and efficiency.
- Revised and updated the employee handbook to align with employment laws and organizational policies.
- Introduced structured interview practices and hiring guidelines to strengthen recruitment consistency and hiring outcomes.
- Partnered with the Executive Director, Teacher Supervisors, and Board of Directors on employee relations and workforce management.
Senior HR Consultant Recruitment, Classification and Compensation
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences (UAMS)
Little Rock, AR
07.2005 - 04.2012
- Led an 18-month enterprise-wide compensation study to evaluate job classifications and salary structures, supporting pay equity and internal alignment across the health system.
- Conducted job classification reviews and compensation analyses including salary benchmarking and internal equity assessments.
- Partnered with department leadership to evaluate new and existing roles and determine appropriate classification and pay grade placement.
- Provided recruitment consulting to hiring managers including job postings, candidate evaluation guidance, and workforce planning support.
- Served as an HR leadership representative during New Hire Orientation, presenting alongside senior leadership to introduce organizational HR practices and resources to new employees.
- Delivered recruitment process training to department heads and departmental HR representatives, ensuring alignment with organizational hiring procedures and recruitment policies.
- Maintained job classification documentation and job descriptions to support organizational consistency and compliance.
- Assisted leadership with compensation reporting and data analysis to support workforce management and compensation strategy.
Education
Master of Art - Human Resources Development
Webster University
05-2000
Bachelor of Science - Health Education, Psychology
University of Central Arkansas
12-1995
Skills
- HR Business Partnership
- Compensation Analysis & Salary Benchmarking
- Job Classification & Pay Equity
- Employee Relations & Investigations
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- HR Policy Development
- HRIS Implementation (PeopleSoft)
- Leadership Coaching & Manager Advising
- Payroll Operations
- Organizational Effectiveness
Career Highlights
- Led an 18-month system-wide compensation study evaluating job classifications and salary structures to support internal pay equity across departments within University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
- Implemented the PeopleSoft HRIS system to centralize employee records and support HR functions including performance management tracking and leave of absence administration.
- Automated and streamlined payroll processes, improving payroll efficiency and ensuring accurate and timely compensation administration.
- Revised and modernized the employee handbook to align with employment laws, organizational policies, and HR best practices.
- Introduced structured interview practices and hiring guidelines, improving candidate evaluation consistency and strengthening recruitment outcomes.
- Delivered recruitment and hiring process training to department heads and HR representatives, ensuring alignment with organizational recruitment procedures and hiring policies.
- Represented HR leadership during New Hire Orientation, presenting alongside senior leaders to introduce HR programs, policies, and workforce expectations to new employees.
HR Systems & Technology
- HRIS: Lawson, SAP, PeopleSoft, ADP, Workday, Paycom
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): E-Recruitment, ICIMS, HRSmart, Workday Recruiting
- Payroll Systems: ADP/Kronos
- HR Platforms: SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Data & Reporting Tools: Excel (compensation analysis, workforce reporting)
Military Service
Supply Sergeant, United States Army Reserve
- Managed inventory accountability and supply logistics supporting unit operations.
- Maintained supply records and ensured compliance with military procedures.
- Coordinated supply distribution to support training and operational readiness.
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Compensation Analyst II
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Human Resources Manager II
Sodexo USA (CHI St Vincent System)
01.2018 - 06.2022
Human Resources Manager
The Pointe Outpatient Behavioral Health
07.2014 - 09.2017
Human Resources Generalist
Cornerstone Healthcare Group LLC
04.2013 - 07.2014
Human Resources Generalist
Francis Allen School for Exceptional Children
04.2012 - 04.2013
Senior HR Consultant Recruitment, Classification and Compensation
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences (UAMS)
07.2005 - 04.2012
Master of Art - Human Resources Development
Webster University
Bachelor of Science - Health Education, Psychology
University of Central Arkansas