Meika Harris
Human Resources
Atlanta Metro,GA
Summary
Results driven Human Resources professional with 10+ years of progressive experience, an advanced level of proficiency in key HR functional areas and demonstrated success in budget development, compensation analysis, total rewards, workforce management and process improvement. Accomplished in analyzing company needs and developing long-term solutions to meet strategic business objectives. Expert facilitator of FMLA, workers compensation, workplace investigations, payroll, HRMS, HRIS, benefits and legal compliance. DEIB certified with the capacity to connect core business initiatives across multicultural environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certificates
Work History
Human Resources Manager
St. Martin's Episcopal School
Atlanta, GA
10.2021 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day HR operations, departmental budget, staffing and compliance while providing courteous and efficient service to internal and external customers.
- Actively develop strategies to recruit and retain culturally competent and diverse talent via creative total rewards programs, inclusive messaging, open communication and regular evaluation of equity initiatives.
- Streamline organizational workflows including oversight of multiple projects to eliminate manual procedures and move toward digital platforms and higher levels of effective collaboration.
- Maintain payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies by 15% through detailed program management.
- Perform routine compensation analysis across divisions to ensure internal equity and external market competitiveness.
- Fulfill fiduciary and 403B retirement plan administrator obligations while adhering to federal ERISA guidelines.
- Serve as a trusted business partner, remaining abreast of impactful legislation and making necessary recommendations to Senior Management to promote organizational health and compliance.
HR Generalist
Rome City Schools
Rome, GA
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Partner with senior leadership to establish and develop district policies and procedures for 1000+ employees.
- Recommendations made for enhancing recruitment, hiring processes and talent management resulted in 34% increase in employee engagement and 10% decrease in employee attrition
- Plan and manage recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing and position management practices.
- Conserve time and improved workflows by handling special projects and emergency solutions.
Program Manager - Affordable Housing
NWGA Housing Authority (U.S. Department Of HUD)
Rome, GA
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted county residents with community resources including affordable housing options, mental health access, appointment scheduling, and veteran services.
- Performed regular evaluations and statistical analysis to access program effectiveness and project needs of participants and their dependents.
- Increased participation in continuing education and financial wellness courses, ultimately providing pathways for residents from affordable housing to independent homeownership.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for day-to-day program operations.
- Motivated and directed staff to align operations with organizational mission, resulting in consistently exceeding monthly goal of at least 98% occupancy.
Senior Human Resources Associate
Equity Prime Mortgage
Dunwoody, GA
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Reviewed and screened 100 applicant resumes per week on average to identify qualified candidates.
- Coordinated recruiting and onboarding processes and communicated offers of employment to candidates.
- Facilitated requests for paid and unpaid leaves of absence and short-term and long-term disability to minimize workflow disruption.
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems and interpret compensation and benefits policies for corporate office and satellite locations in 45 states
Regional Human Resources Manager
Parking Company Of America (dba Peachy Parking)
Hapeville, GA
01.2013 - 09.2016
- Led and strategically directed team of (4) human resources professionals, (12) supervisors, 200+ employees, contractors and interns
- Directed job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions.
- Administered benefits programs, analyzed competitive compensation data, prepared budgets and processed bi-weekly payroll
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs and constructive feedback.
Education
Master of Arts, Human Resources Management -
American Military University
Charlestown, WVBachelor of Arts, Communications -
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GACertification
SHRM - SCP - in progress
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
St. Martin's Episcopal School
10.2021 - Current
HR Generalist
Rome City Schools
01.2019 - 09.2021
Program Manager - Affordable Housing
NWGA Housing Authority (U.S. Department Of HUD)
03.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Human Resources Associate
Equity Prime Mortgage
09.2016 - 02.2018
Regional Human Resources Manager
Parking Company Of America (dba Peachy Parking)
01.2013 - 09.2016
Master of Arts, Human Resources Management -
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts, Communications -
Clark Atlanta University
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