Tameka Fitzpatrick
Birmingham
Summary
Leader and human resources professional with substantial experience in driving organizational success through strategic HR initiatives, managing operations and people. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and consistently achieving results with broad business acumen and customer service. Known for adaptability, reliability, and ability to manage diverse projects & HR functions, including employee relations and performance management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Business Partner
Mercedes Benz/Lear Corporation
10.2024 - Current
- Managed department & HR operations, customer service, & procedures for large volume demand; produce reports & track trends
- Supervise, assign, review & train work of HR support staff
- Advised leaders on best practices for talent management and organizational development initiatives.
- Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively; Managed complex employee relations issues to promote a healthy workplace culture.
- Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within company to reach business goals.
- Collaborated with management on workforce planning and succession strategies to support future growth.
- Support HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, personnel actions, and HRIS updates for 700+ employees using systems such as Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP, and UKG/Kronos, SAP Success Factors
- Conducted exit interviews with employees leaving company to gauge areas of success and opportunities for improvement.
- Evaluated employee performance fairly, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
Human Resource Business Partner - Admin Analyst
City of Birmingham
05.2021 - 10.2024
- Analyzed operational performance metrics to identify areas for employee & process improvement and efficiency.
- Oversaw firm's day-to-day administrative operations, supervised & provided guidance to support staff and enforced compliance with state, federal, and local regulations across organization.
- Resolved understaffing issues, disputes, employee terminations, and disciplinary procedures.
- Provided exceptional customer service to clients, addressing their needs promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Managed budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with city goals and fiscal responsibility.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts, fostering a positive work environment for all employees.
- Developed and facilitated leadership and employee relations coaching, trainings, workshops, or engagement initiatives to support employee development and improve workplace culture improving employee satisfaction ratings by 30+%
- Led training sessions for new staff on city policies, procedures, and best practices in public service.
Human Resource Business Partner - Generalist
University of Alabama at Birmingham
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided HR guidance to university leadership supporting academic and administrative departments on problem solving, operations, employee relations, talent management, and institutional policy & legal compliance
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
- Coached managers through employee engagement, documentation, discipline and performance improvement plans.
- Collaborated with payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
- Provide coaching to senior managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
- Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through the development of standard operating procedures.
Compensation & Budget Analyst / Assistant Auxiliaries Director
University of Alabama in Huntsville
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Analyzed employee data to identify discrepancies and recommend adjustments in compensation packages.
- Delivered targeted advise on issues such as applicable employment regulations, compensation strategies, and internal systems to help companies update antiquated or ineffective approaches.
- Collaborated with HR teams to implement new compensation policies and programs effectively; improved employee satisfaction and retention rates
- Contributed to long-term strategic planning initiatives by providing accurate forecasts and financial insights.
- Coordinated leasing activities, optimizing occupancy rates through effective marketing strategies; Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
- Collaborated with departments to analyze budget proposals and ensure alignment with institutional goals.
- Participated in budget meetings, presenting findings on financial performance and suggesting improvements where needed.
- Assisted in preparing budget reports and forecasts to support financial planning initiatives;
- Assist updating and auditing compensation data
- Reviewed purchase requests against available funds, authorizing expenditures while balancing departmental needs with overall budgetary constraints.
Human Resources Generalist / Administrative Supervisor
Alabama A & M University
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and open-door policies.
- Supervised administrative team to ensure efficient workflow and task completion.
- Developed and implemented streamlined office procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Met with staff to resolve difficult situations related to performance and conflict management.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for multiple projects, improving time management.
- Oversaw budget management for administrative functions, optimizing resource utilization and cost savings.
- Facilitated weekly staff meetings to discuss ongoing projects, address concerns, and share updates from various departments within the organization.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision making.
- Oversee accreditation compliance; maintain & verify faculty and adjunct credential records
- Implemented a comprehensive records management system, maintaining accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education
M.B.A. - Human Resource Management
University of North Alabama
12-2020
B.S. - Human Resource Management
University of Alabama in Huntsville
05-2012
Skills
- Operations Management
- Employee relations; Mentoring
- Strategic & Workforce Planning
- Leadership Development Coaching/ consulting leadership
- HR analytics
- Optimizing Performance; Problem-Solving
- Improving Employee Engagement/ Culture
- Customer Service/ Relations
- Onboarding, Training, and Development
- Budget Administration
- Public Speaking, Communications, Trainings & Workshops
- HR Law, Policy & Compliance (EEO, ADA, FMLA, FLSA)
- HRIS & Workforce Systems: Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP, UKG/Kronos, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle, Banner
Timeline
Human Resource Business Partner
Mercedes Benz/Lear Corporation
10.2024 - Current
Human Resource Business Partner - Admin Analyst
City of Birmingham
05.2021 - 10.2024
Human Resource Business Partner - Generalist
University of Alabama at Birmingham
06.2019 - 11.2019
Compensation & Budget Analyst / Assistant Auxiliaries Director
University of Alabama in Huntsville
11.2015 - 06.2019
Human Resources Generalist / Administrative Supervisor
Alabama A & M University
04.2014 - 01.2016
B.S. - Human Resource Management
University of Alabama in Huntsville
M.B.A. - Human Resource Management
University of North Alabama