Whitney Williams
Tyler,TX
Summary
Responsive HR Professional with excellent organizational and time management skills knowledgeable in all functional areas of Human Resources, including labor law compliance, employee relations, performance management, leave of absence and ADA accommodations. Skilled in understanding unique business needs while establishing genuine relationships supporting clients with effective balance between the role of consultant and mentor.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Business Partner II
CHRISTUS Health
04.2020 - Current
- Primary contact for 20+ managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes
- Collaborated closely with internal teams across 4 regions to develop and implement successful human resources systems and processes
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to over 1200 associates to maintain legal and operational compliance
- Championed change management efforts during company restructures, minimizing disruption to employees and maintaining morale during numerous reduction in force transitions
- Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives and productivity to reach business goals
- Increased overall workforce productivity by identifying skill gaps within teams and providing targeted coaching or training solutions accordingly
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands for over 100 job titles
- Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement
- Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps
- Facilitated communication between employees and management by conducting regular feedback sessions and addressing concerns proactively
- Implemented succession planning strategies, ensuring leadership continuity and employee growth opportunities
HR Business Partner
UT Health East Texas
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided outstanding service to 670 individuals, promoting effective, and lasting business relationships
- Developed work plans, gathered, and synthesized data, led analyses and implemented recommendations to define, structure and execute strategic and operational initiatives across 30 locations
- Identified opportunities to use technology and automation to enhance communication between teams and achieve business success
- Delivered insightful data-driven recommendations that informed key decision-making processes
- Facilitated change management processes during organizational restructuring efforts, ensuring smooth transitions for affected employees within 3 month time frame with 2 concurrent acquisitions
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders for improved collaboration and strategic alignment
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts, fostering positivity for all employees.
HR Coordinator
UT Health East Texas
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided job posting support for 7 locations, amounting to over 300 positions during periods of organizational change
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks
- Maintained accurate employee records in HRIS systems, enabling efficient data retrieval for reporting purposes
- Supported human resources staff with new hire orientations and monthly departmental meetings.
HR Coordinator
Stonegate Senior Living
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Maintained human resources information system and accurate employee files for over 100 staff members
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees
- Established and maintained accounts and account records for all payables
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training
- Supported human resources staff with new hire orientations and monthly departmental meetings
- Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities
- Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees based on hours worked and applicable deductions.
HR Administrative Support
Macy's
07.2013 - 03.2017
- Acted as reliable point of contact for 75 employees seeking information on company policies, benefits, or general HR matters
- Enhanced onboarding experience for new hires through well-organized orientation sessions and timely completion of paperwork
- Contributed to positive company culture by planning engaging team-building events and activities
- Provided exceptional support to HR department during high-volume periods, such as open enrollment or annual performance review cycles
- Mastered multiple HRIS platforms, becoming go-to resource for troubleshooting issues or training new users within department
- Improved employee satisfaction with benefits administration by simplifying enrollment process and providing informative resources.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Development
The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Development
The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12.2016
Skills
- HRIS Systems
- Employee Relations
- Management Support
- Benefits and Compensation Management
- Employee Wellness
- Retention Strategies
- Onboarding, Training, and Development
- Succession Planning
- Integrating Policies
- Administering Disciplinary Procedures
Certification
SHRM-Certified Professional - Society for Human Resource Management 12/2022
Organizational Development and Leadership Certification - The University of Texas at Tyler
01/2018
Community Service
- Angel Layettes, 2024
- Feed My Lambs Community Soup Kitchen, 2022
- P.A.T.H and the East Texas Historical Records Preservation Project, 2017
Timeline
HR Business Partner II
CHRISTUS Health
04.2020 - Current
HR Business Partner
UT Health East Texas
06.2019 - 02.2020
HR Coordinator
UT Health East Texas
10.2018 - 06.2019
HR Coordinator
Stonegate Senior Living
06.2018 - 10.2018
HR Administrative Support
Macy's
07.2013 - 03.2017
Master of Science - Human Resource Development
The University of Texas At Tyler
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Development
The University of Texas At Tyler
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