Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
Volunteercommunity
Timeline
MARQUITA R. RICHBURG MSHRM

MARQUITA R. RICHBURG MSHRM

Smyrna,GA

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Human Resources Executive with [Number] years of progressive HR experience and advanced knowledge of employment law, compensation, recruitment and employee relations. Engages with HR service providers and suppliers on HR systems, payroll, insurance and training and development to promote high performing organization with efficient operating systems, professional and skilled staff and sound financial resources. Maintains strong stakeholder focus and service-oriented attitude with excellent organization and interpersonal skills to excel in multi-cultural environment.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Human Resources

Archdiocese of Atlanta
07.2006 - Current
  • Served as an HR Consultant to management, pastors, principals, bishops, and administrators
  • Administered all aspects of human resources including, but not limited to employment, employee relations, performance management, and legal compliance
  • Provided oversight of the development and maintenance of job descriptions, employee records and files
  • Managed the development, implementation, and evaluation of HR programs, policies and plans to support the strategic vision of the Archdiocese
  • Developed and maintained the Lay Employee Policy Manual for all Archdiocese employees
  • Provided education and responded to inquiries from Archdiocesan management and employees with regard to personnel policies, salary guidelines, job descriptions, performance evaluations, recruiting, hiring, FMLA, FLSA, and unemployment compensation
  • Mediated in conflict situations involving supervisors and subordinates
  • Provided advice to management with regard to employee discipline procedures and terminations
  • Facilitated training for managers, supervisors, and staff in human relation skills, such as supervisory skills, conflict resolution skills, interpersonal communication skills, and effective group interaction skills
  • Conducted internal investigations upon receiving legitimate complaints or allegations of misconduct involving lay employees
  • Managed grievance process to ensure thorough workplace investigations
  • Provided oversight of all EEOC investigations and managed response process
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local legislation relating to compensation, employment practices, working conditions, and similar aspects of human resource management
  • Served as a liaison between Archdiocesan entities and attorneys with regard to EEOC cases and legal actions involving claims, mediations, and hearings
  • Monitored, disseminated and implemented applicable human resource federal and state requirements and maintained records for the Archdiocese comprising of - 100 churches and 16 schools; 1,500 full-time employees; and 2,300 part-time employees
  • Monitored unemployment claims process; answered to and attended appeals hearings
  • Structured compensation programs according to market conditions and budget demands

Independent Human Resources Consultant

Peace Baptist Church
01.2021 - Current
  • Assisted and guided clients on HR procedures and program development by devising performance evaluations, job descriptions and industry-standard salary ranges.
  • Contributed to business and HR functions by identifying, prioritizing and building organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures and processes.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Provided human resources, recruiting and resource allocation guidance in commercial consulting environment.
  • Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
  • Wrote, developed and delivered successful presentations and facilitated training to individuals and groups.

Education

Master of Science - MS - Human Resources Management

Troy University, Troy, AL
01.2000

Bachelor of Science - Health Science Administration

Columbus State University, Columbus, GA
06-1999

Skills

  • Performance Management
  • HRIS Selection & Implementation
  • Payroll Management & Compliance
  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Compensation Structuring
  • Labor Law Compliance
  • Retention strategies
  • Succession planning

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 15staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in the evaluation, selection, development, and implementation of Paychex and Paylocity for HRIS and Payroll.

Certification

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace, University of South Florida, 2021
  • General Civil Mediation, The Hull Firm
  • Church Management, Villanova University

Affiliations

  • Society of Human Resource Management, National (SHRM)
  • Society of Human Resource Management, Atlanta Chapter
  • Atlanta Area Compensation Association (AACA)
  • National Association of African Americans in Human Resource Management (NAAAHR)
  • Association of Workplace Investigators (AWI)
  • Registered Neutral, Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution
  • WorldatWork Association

Volunteercommunity

  • Volunteer HR Consultant, Peace Baptist Church, 2021-present, Provided human resources advice and guidance to pastor and church management staff
  • Coordinator for Economic & Employment Ministries, Berean Christian Church, 2016-2018, Collaborated with pastor and church leaders in developing programs to assist the unemployed, underemployed, and homeless find employment through - resume writing, interviewing skills development, dressing for success, and connecting with local resources.

Timeline

Independent Human Resources Consultant - Peace Baptist Church
01.2021 - Current
Director of Human Resources - Archdiocese of Atlanta
07.2006 - Current
Troy University - Master of Science - MS, Human Resources Management
Columbus State University - Bachelor of Science, Health Science Administration
MARQUITA R. RICHBURG MSHRM