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Michelle Antoinette Smith

Ashburn,VA

Summary

Strategic Human Resources Leader with over 7 years of experience in driving HR initiatives and policy development across various industries, including government contracting and education. Proven ability to align HR functions with business goals, implement technology solutions, and enhance organizational development. Recognized for building high-performing teams and optimizing talent pipelines while ensuring compliance with labor regulations. Expertise in data-driven decision-making and scalable HR strategies that improve workforce engagement and operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

CIS Secure Inc.
Ashburn, VA
09.2024 - Current
  • Collaborate with C-level leadership to integrate HR strategies with business objectives, improving cross-functional synergy and workforce planning outcomes
  • Spearheaded deployment and training of advanced HRIS platforms, reducing manual work, and ensuring full compliance with federal employment laws.
  • Led policy development and organizational audits, enhancing HR policy adherence across departments through targeted training and oversight.
  • Championed leadership development programs that boosted internal promotion and increased employee engagement

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER I

Darling Ingredients Inc.
Winchester, VA
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Directed HR operations across multi-site facilities, reducing turnover through targeted retention and engagement initiatives.
  • Oversaw end-to-end talent management, improving time-to-hire metrics and implementing streamlined onboarding practices across all departments.
  • Led compliance audits and conflict resolution procedures, cutting HR-related grievances by 40%, while maintaining regulatory alignment.
  • Delivered strategic workforce planning insights to executive leadership, resulting in a 20% improvement in productivity benchmarks.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER II

RR Donnelley
Wilson, NC
08.2021 - 04.2023
  • Administered and updated Affirmative Action Plans and EEO reporting, and maintaining OFCCP compliance.
  • Provided HR policy guidance and conflict resolution support, leading to reduction in employee disputes and formal reconfiguration.
  • Partnered with IT to enhance HRIS (PeopleSoft) accuracy and reduce payroll discrepancies by 50% through system reconfiguration.
  • Facilitated the implementation of a new payroll platform, resulting in improvement in payroll processing efficiency and accuracy.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER (K–12 EDUCATION)

TMSA Public Charter Schools
Cary, NC
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Designed and executed full-cycle recruitment strategies, reducing vacancy durations across certified and non-certified staff roles.
  • Implemented district-wide succession planning frameworks, increasing leadership pipeline readiness.
  • Ensured legal compliance with EEO, FMLA, and ACA standards.
  • Led benefit program communications and audits, raising employee understanding and enrollment rates

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER (GOV. CONTRACT – MANUFACTURING)

Vaxxer Engineering Corporation
Chantilly, VA
03.2017 - 04.2019
  • Launched OFCCP-compliant Affirmative Action Plans, reducing audit risks, and improving reporting accuracy
  • Implemented compensation benchmarking tools, aligning salaries with market data, and improving retention
  • Oversaw HR compliance reporting and ACA submissions via ADP systems, maintaining uninterrupted adherence to federal regulations.
  • Advanced diversity hiring initiatives through expanded sourcing strategies, leading to increase in underrepresented hires.

HR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (SUPPLY CHAIN)

XPO Logistics
High Point, NC
09.2015 - 10.2016
  • Managed pre-employment screening and background checks, improving hiring compliance, and reducing onboarding delays.
  • Supported benefits administration and employee wellness initiatives, increasing participation in health programs
  • Maintained employee files and systems (Kronos/Integrify), ensuring 99% data accuracy during HR audits.
  • Delivered HR support during mergers and policy changes, facilitating smooth transitions across multiple teams.

GUIDANCE SECRETARY (GRADES 9–12)

Southwest Guilford High School
High Point, NC
04.2012 - 08.2015
  • Managed student academic records and enrollment processes, ensuring 100% FERPA and testing compliance through PowerSchool systems.
  • Organized college fairs and academic support initiatives, improving college application rates by 35% among senior students.
  • Partnered with school leadership to streamline orientation processes, reducing registration delays by 40%.
  • Administered data reporting for standardized testing (EOC), maintaining state compliance, and documentation integrity.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management

Strayer University
Greensboro, NC
09-2015

Skills

  • Strategic leadership and vision
  • Compensation and benefits design
  • Career pathing strategies
  • Recruitment and talent acquisition
  • Policy integration and improvement
  • Relocation assistance programs
  • Data analytics and HR insights
  • Talent management strategy
  • ADP Workforce Now expertise
  • Performance management systems
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Conflict resolution and negotiation
  • Results-oriented communication
  • Adaptability to change initiatives
  • Inclusive leadership practices
  • HRIS optimization techniques
  • Workforce compliance standards
  • Benefits analysis and management
  • Data-driven decision-making processes
  • Succession planning strategies
  • Effective communication skills
  • Training facilitation methods
  • Labor law compliance knowledge
  • Workforce supply and demand analysis

Timeline

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

CIS Secure Inc.
09.2024 - Current

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER I

Darling Ingredients Inc.
04.2023 - 04.2024

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER II

RR Donnelley
08.2021 - 04.2023

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER (K–12 EDUCATION)

TMSA Public Charter Schools
04.2019 - 04.2020

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER (GOV. CONTRACT – MANUFACTURING)

Vaxxer Engineering Corporation
03.2017 - 04.2019

HR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (SUPPLY CHAIN)

XPO Logistics
09.2015 - 10.2016

GUIDANCE SECRETARY (GRADES 9–12)

Southwest Guilford High School
04.2012 - 08.2015

Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management

Strayer University

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