Onya Whitner

Sr. Director, Human Resources @ Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | Organizational Leadership, Workplace Solutions

Role
Sr Director, Human Resources at Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Location
Baltimore, MD, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Onya Whitner

As Senior Director of Human Resources at the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, I lead HR…

Experience

  1. Sr Director, Human Resources

    Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

    May 2025 — Present · Washington, DC, US

    As Senior Director of Human Resources at the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, I provide strategic leadership to align HR initiatives with organizational goals while fostering a culture of engagement, inclusion, and accountability. I oversee all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, HR operations, and compliance.In this role, I have led the implementation of automated onboarding and background check processes through ADP, redesigned recruitment and hiring practices to improve consistency and speed, and introduced a compensation adjustment plan tied to years of service to strengthen retention and equity. I have collaborated with leadership to update policies and the employee handbook, enhanced manager training on compliance and performance management, and partnered with Finance to improve payroll accuracy and benefits alignment.Through these initiatives, I have strengthened HR systems, supported organizational growth, and contributed to a positive and sustainable workplace culture.

Education

  • University of Maryland Global Campus

    Accounting and Finance

    2016 — 2020

  • University of Maryland Global Campus

    Associate's degree, Human Resources Management and Services

  • University of Maryland Global Campus

    Bachelor's degree, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

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