ONDREA JOYNER
Winterville
Summary
Strategic Human Resources leader with extensive experience managing complex projects, leading cross-functional teams, and driving organizational performance across higher education, manufacturing, and corporate environments. Expert in classification and compensation, policy development, workforce planning, and continuous improvement. Known for implementing scalable HR systems, improving retention, and advising senior leadership on organizational design. Proven success managing multimillion-dollar budgets, optimizing processes, and delivering award-winning safety and training programs.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Consultant
East Carolina University
09.2021 - Current
- Lead complex classification and compensation projects, redesigning job structures, salary ranges, and organizational frameworks
- Provide strategic guidance on long-term planning, policy development, and departmental goals
- Supervise and mentor HR Consultants
- Advise senior leadership on position design, workforce planning, and salary administration
- Manage full portfolio of classification and compensation responsibilities
Human Resources Consultant
East Carolina University
10.2017 - 08.2021
- Maintained the university’s position classification system
- Coordinated salary and position actions requiring executive or state-level approval
- Conducted research and data analysis to develop new classifications and salary structures
- Supported major compensation projects and advised departments on organizational design
Director of Career Services
Miller-Motte College
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Directed all operations of the Career Services department
- Executed Graduate Placement Strategy to improve student employment outcomes
- Provided individualized career coaching and professional development support
- Oversaw data collection, reporting, and accreditation compliance
Senior Human Resources Manager
Associated Materials Incorporated
08.2005 - 09.2016
- Led HR operations across three manufacturing sites
- Standardized HR policies and practices across the division
- Directed full-cycle recruitment and job design
- Developed and managed performance evaluation systems and turnover reduction initiatives
- Oversaw Payroll, Training, and Safety departments
- Managed a $4M annual purchasing budget
- Led multiple process improvement and Kaizen events
- Achieved Safety Facility of the Year 7 of 10 years
- Secured $100,000 in training grants
Branch Manager
The Greenwood Group d/b/a Manpower
06.1995 - 07.2005
- Managed operations for multiple branch locations
- Developed annual budgets and managed operating expenses
- Led staff recruitment, training, and performance management
- Served as ISO Representative for 26 locations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
01-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resources Management
Pitt Community College
01-1997
Skills
- HRIS & ATS Systems
- Job Classification Tools
- Compensation Modeling
- ISO 9002 Compliance
- Project Management Tools
- Data Analysis & Reporting
Accomplishments
- Led major process improvement initiative reducing turnover and improving productivity
- Secured $100,000 in training grants
- Achieved Safety Facility of the Year 7 of 10 years
- Managed $4M annual purchasing budget
- Standardized HR policies across multiple sites
CORE COMPETENCIES
- HR Strategy & Leadership
- Project & Program Management
- Classification & Compensation
- Organizational Design
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Policy Development
- Employee Relations
- Training & Development
- ISO Standards & Audits
- Continuous Improvement / Kaizen
- Budget & Financial Oversight
- Vendor & Contract Management
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Consultant
East Carolina University
09.2021 - Current
Human Resources Consultant
East Carolina University
10.2017 - 08.2021
Director of Career Services
Miller-Motte College
01.2017 - 10.2017
Senior Human Resources Manager
Associated Materials Incorporated
08.2005 - 09.2016
Branch Manager
The Greenwood Group d/b/a Manpower
06.1995 - 07.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resources Management
Pitt Community College
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix