Sheila Redick
Human Resources Executive
Seattle,WA
Summary
Highly accomplished HR executive proficient in transforming HR functions to closely align with strategic business objectives, optimize talent management, and enhance performance across all levels of an organization. With a robust background in the education sector and significant experience driving HR initiatives at scale, adept at developing strategic partnerships to support and achieve company goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
Renton School District
6 2021 - Current
- Spearheaded comprehensive HR strategies encompassing recruitment, staffing, compensation, and labor relations.
- Enhanced HR functions to better support strategic objectives, improving key performance metrics aligned with organizational goals including filling 100% of classroom teaching jobs by start of school
- Developed policies facilitating substantial improvements in employee satisfaction and performance.
Executive Director, HR Strategy and Operations
Seattle Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Led HR digital transformation efforts, significantly enhancing operational efficiencies and employee onboarding processes.
- Implemented innovative performance management systems that fostered a high-performance culture and supported continuous feedback loops.
- Played pivotal role in union negotiations and development of equitable hiring practices, substantially increasing diversity.
Director, Talent Management
Shelby County Schools
11.2013 - 09.2016
- Managed full spectrum of HR responsibilities, focusing on performance evaluation and strategic staff development.
- Led development of performance appraisal tools and competency-based hiring processes, aligning with organizational needs.
Project Director
TNTP
01.2010 - 11.2013
- Directed strategic HR projects under a Gates Foundation initiative, enhancing teacher recruitment and staffing processes.
- Implemented a paperless HR management system, improving process efficiency and compliance.
Director of Communications
CEOs for Cities
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Managed communication strategies, significantly enhancing the organization's public profile and research dissemination.
Vice President
Smart City Consulting/Coletta and Company
01.2002 - 12.2009
- Developed strategic communications and public relations initiatives to improve community engagement and economic development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Memphis
09.1995 - 05.1999
Skills
Strategic Planning
Coaching and Mentoring
Talent Management
Performance Management
Leadership Training and Development
Hiring and Onboarding
Dispute Resolution & Mediation
Employee Engagement
Process Improvement
Labor Relations
Communication
Certifications Training
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certificate, 2023
- Professional Mediation Training, 2023
- Conflict Resolution Training, 2018
Timeline
Executive Director, HR Strategy and Operations
Seattle Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2021
Director, Talent Management
Shelby County Schools
11.2013 - 09.2016
Project Director
TNTP
01.2010 - 11.2013
Director of Communications
CEOs for Cities
01.2006 - 12.2009
Vice President
Smart City Consulting/Coletta and Company
01.2002 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Memphis
09.1995 - 05.1999
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
Renton School District
6 2021 - Current