Thomas Y WILSON III
Chief Human Resources Officer
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dynamic HR Leader with over 20 years of experience in compensation and benefits administration across diverse organizations, including international humanitarian relief operations. Proficient in managing donor-funded programs and supporting Military Logistics Operations while excelling in Organizational Change Management, Budgeting, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) like Lawson and PeopleSoft. Proven track record in enhancing employee engagement and driving compliance through strategic HR initiatives. Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Information Systems supports expertise in streamlining HR policies to leverage technological advancements.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Human Resources Officer
United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO)
10.2016 - Current
- Advised senior management on effective human resources policies and practices.
- Enhanced staff understanding of regulations through targeted knowledge-building initiatives.
- Streamlined candidate selection by ensuring compliance with organizational hiring policies.
- Identified staffing needs and capacity gaps throughout the mission lifecycle.
- Monitored implementation of performance appraisal system for compliance and effectiveness.
- Developed career paths for national staff, improving employee development opportunities.
Human Resources Operations Manager (Head of HR)
United Nations Kuwait Joint Support Office (KJSO)
10.2012 - 10.2016
- Ensured efficient service delivery to UN missions, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Supervised Human Resources Management Section to streamline administrative processes.
- Implemented systems to optimize Travel and Training service operations.
- Managed overall Human Resources Operations at United Nations Kuwait Support Office.
- Introduced new technology to improve service efficiency and address performance gaps.
HR Delegate, Policies and Systems-Haiti Delegation
International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
07.2011 - 09.2012
- Streamlined national staff management in Haiti, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
- Coordinated HR processes and developed internal standard operating procedures for efficiency.
- Implemented and maintained an up-to-date human resources information database system.
- Supported payroll software implementation for all Red Cross Movement national staff.
- Facilitated effective use of compensation tools for national staff within RC Movement.
Human Resources Director
HK Marvie and Associates
07.2010 - 07.2011
- Updated HR functions through consultation with management, enhancing regional HR activities.
- Facilitated new HR programs by collaborating with management, ensuring efficient implementation.
- Promoted positive employee relations by leading Service Excellence initiatives.
- Monitored HR policies, communicating updates to senior management for compliance.
- Coordinated HR activities with project management, maintaining alignment with strategic goals.
Acting HR Director/Sr HR Operations Manager
DynCorp International LLC
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Directed strategic HR operations across four key sections for LOGCAP IV.
- Managed 96 staff, including seven senior managers, to optimize HR functions.
- Enhanced resource planning and recruitment by collaborating with HR Director.
- Led HR team in executing comprehensive activities in Afghanistan operations.
- Represented management interests in HR-related matters and decision-making processes.
Sr HR Manager-Kuwait, Afghan,U.A.E. Task Order
DynCorp International LLC
05.2008 - 12.2009
- Led HR proposal development for Task Order bid, staffing Afghan teams.
- Managed comprehensive HR functions including training, policy, and employee relations.
- Facilitated communication between teams and DI HQ HR for operational efficiency.
- Oversaw compliance, recruiting, and expatriate policies to enhance HR effectiveness.
Global HRIS Manager, EMEA, Asia Pacific, North America
i2 Technologies Inc
07.2007 - 02.2009
- Enhanced HR data management through effective HRIS implementation and maintenance.
- Developed custom reports from Oracle databases to support HR management needs.
- Evaluated and modified HRIS software and hardware to adapt to evolving requirements.
- Streamlined employee information accessibility for improved HR department planning.
Sr. Regional HR Generalist -HRIS/Compensation & Benefits
Texas Health Resources
05.2006 - 05.2007
- Facilitated HRIS application for multiple hospitals, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Coordinated wage adjustments to align with policy and deadlines effectively.
- Conducted cost analysis to ensure budget consistency across facilities.
- Streamlined compensation functions to support organizational goals and compliance.
Sr Benefits Consultant, HR Share Services Center
LSG SKY CHEFS
05.2005 - 06.2006
- Implemented Benefits Self-Service for LSG SKY Chefs and Air Security employees.
- Supervised ten Benefits and Payroll Coordinators at Shared Services Center.
- Managed G&A budget for Benefits, Compensation, and Shared Services.
Adjunct Instructor
Everest College
01.2005 - 04.2006
- Maintain Professional Competence in Academic discipline through research/Professional affiliations.
- Plan course instruction based on approved syllabus.
- Design, administer and grade examinations to access achievement of course objectives.
- (Private Sector)
Sr HR Generalist
University of Texas at Dallas
09.2004 - 05.2005
- Enhanced compliance by reviewing personnel actions across campus departments.
- Assisted Hiring Managers by participating in staffing forecasts and recruitment processes.
- Streamlined data management processes related to compensation and benefits administration.
- Conducted specialized duties in compensation and employment for effective HR operations.
Field HR Coordinator/Logistics Coordinator-East Africa (Southern Sudan & Ethiopia)
Medicin San Frontiere-France
05.1999 - 07.1999
- Coordination of Disaster Relief assistance with Amal Trust (Local Relief Org.).
- Expatriate Assignment/Health and welfare Benefits Management.
- Recruitment, training and Placement of local project staff/Job design.
- (NGO)
Human Resources Officer/Assistant Chef De Programme-(WATSAN)
Action Contre La Faim-France
09.1994 - 02.1998
- Needs assessments and Departments personnel needs forecasting.
- Supervise construction of Hand pumps/Latrines in Tabou-Grabo Regions.
- Pre-Screening and Interviewing prospective project candidates.
- (NGO)
Supervisor, Census Agents
United Nations High Commission for Refugees Sub Office
03.1993 - 08.1994
- Monitor and Supervise the work of Census Agents.
- Registration of Refugee population in and around the Tabou-Grabo Regions.
- Provide identification cards to registered Refugees.
- (International Organization)
Education
Master's Degree - Business & Administration, Personnel Administration, Human Resources Management
DeVry University
Irving, United States of America08.2004
Bachelor's Degree - Computing, Computer Science, Computer Science Information Systems
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, United States of America05.2001
HS Diploma - Other, Other, Secondary Education
Our Lady of Fatima High School
Harper, Liberia10.1988
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- HR analytics
- Organizational culture
- Diversity and inclusion
- Employee relations
- Organizational development
- Recruitment strategies
- Compliance management
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of over 40 staff members to provide efficient client support service to more than four United Nations Missions (Iraq, Afghanistan, OSASG Yemen, POE Yemen).
- Collaborated with teams from 8 National Societies on the development of the Turbo Systems automation project for Haiti Earthquake Response Operations.
- Achieved the reorganization of processes at the UN Kuwait Joint Support, effectively improving the provision of HR services to client Missions
Certification
Human Resources Management, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, (Online) 2013-05-08
Languages
French
English
Timeline
Chief Human Resources Officer
United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO)
10.2016 - Current
Human Resources Operations Manager (Head of HR)
United Nations Kuwait Joint Support Office (KJSO)
10.2012 - 10.2016
HR Delegate, Policies and Systems-Haiti Delegation
International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
07.2011 - 09.2012
Human Resources Director
HK Marvie and Associates
07.2010 - 07.2011
Acting HR Director/Sr HR Operations Manager
DynCorp International LLC
01.2010 - 05.2010
Sr HR Manager-Kuwait, Afghan,U.A.E. Task Order
DynCorp International LLC
05.2008 - 12.2009
Global HRIS Manager, EMEA, Asia Pacific, North America
i2 Technologies Inc
07.2007 - 02.2009
Sr. Regional HR Generalist -HRIS/Compensation & Benefits
Texas Health Resources
05.2006 - 05.2007
Sr Benefits Consultant, HR Share Services Center
LSG SKY CHEFS
05.2005 - 06.2006
Adjunct Instructor
Everest College
01.2005 - 04.2006
Sr HR Generalist
University of Texas at Dallas
09.2004 - 05.2005
Field HR Coordinator/Logistics Coordinator-East Africa (Southern Sudan & Ethiopia)
Medicin San Frontiere-France
05.1999 - 07.1999
Human Resources Officer/Assistant Chef De Programme-(WATSAN)
Action Contre La Faim-France
09.1994 - 02.1998
Supervisor, Census Agents
United Nations High Commission for Refugees Sub Office
03.1993 - 08.1994
Bachelor's Degree - Computing, Computer Science, Computer Science Information Systems
Marist College
HS Diploma - Other, Other, Secondary Education
Our Lady of Fatima High School
Master's Degree - Business & Administration, Personnel Administration, Human Resources Management
DeVry University
Addresses
578 Avenue Abi Houraira, Villa Massira, Laayoune, Morocco, 7000, Tel: +212/600-173681
817 Newberry Trail, Fort Worth, TX, 76120, United States of America, Tel: 817/919-4389
Senior Management Training
- Senior Mission Administration and Resources Training (SMART), 2016-09-12
- Management Development Training, 2016-02-09
Nationality
United States of America,