James Meade

Human Resources Manager @City of North Myrtle Beach

North Myrtle Beach, SC, US

As the HR Manager, I lead strategic HR operations with a focus on systems optimization, workforce development, and organizational effectiveness. I directly supervise HR Analysts, each responsible for foundational pillars of the department: HRIS/Data & Knowledge Management, and Performance & Learning.Key Responsibilities:• Manage and support a high-performing HR team focused on modernizing City HR operations, processes, and systems.• Supervise, mentor, and ensure the success of two intermediate-level HR Analysts:o One focused on HRIS, auditing, SOP development, and internal knowledge/records management.o The second focused on designing and launching a new City-wide Learning & Development program and managing performance systems.• Guide and execute cross-functional HR projects that impact all City departments, including process mapping, SOP redesign, and HR technology improvements.• Serve as a key advisor to the HR Director, providing analysis and recommendations on HR policy, compliance, and technology enhancements.• Ensure accuracy, security, and integrity of all HR data and reporting through collaboration with IT and internal stakeholders.• Spearhead quality improvement and audit initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and regulatory compliance.• Own the success of ongoing Department initiatives:o Develop and launch a new Leadership Development Program.o Fully implement and embed a redesigned performance review system.o Establish, document, and implement a formal auditing and people analytics program.Current Focus Areas:• HRIS process immersion to build cross-functional systems expertise and identify automation opportunities.• Researching and deploying visual process mapping and documentation tools to streamline SOP design.• Leading performance management roll-out and change management training for department managers and staff.• Laying the groundwork for sustainable operational knowledge transfer and scalability as the HR team expands

North Central Texas College

Associate’s Degree, Sociology

University of North Texas

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology