Regina L. Jones-Austin

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ABOUT REGINA L. JONES-AUSTIN

Strategic Human Capital Executive with over 20 years of experience transforming organizations through innovative talent acquisition, policy design, and leadership development. I specialize in creating people-centered systems that drive performance, engagement, and cultural alignment.I have developed and implemented HR policies, recruitment programs, and workforce strategies that strengthen organizational capacity and ensure compliance, efficiency, and inclusion. My work consistently bridges strategic planning with execution—delivering high-quality outcomes on time and under budget.A recent highlight includes designing a comprehensive pastoral recruitment process featuring:A custom Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for seamless candidate submissions and evaluator notifications.Competency modeling workshops to align assessors and promote evidence-based evaluations.A structured interview and onboarding framework supporting organizational familiarization—all conducted remotely and efficiently.As a leadership coach and advisor, I provide tailored guidance to help candidates and executives strengthen emotional intelligence, presence, and readiness for high-impact roles.In addition to HR leadership, I am an accomplished event producer, managing both small-scale and weeklong events within 90 days or less, uniting logistics, communication, and creativity to deliver exceptional experiences.Also a voiceover artist, writer, and producer, I create compelling short videos that amplify mission-driven stories and enhance organizational branding.I am currently a Doctoral student at the Unruh School of Character and Leadership, focusing on ethical leadership, organizational culture, and human capital development. Previously, I served as an Adjunct Instructor, teaching Political Science 101 and Federal Benefits, inspiring students to understand governance, civic responsibility, and public service systems.My passion lies at the intersection of people, leadership, and strategy, building systems that empower leaders, elevate performance, and cultivate thriving organizational cultures, develop talent, and lead with excellence.Core Competencies:Talent Strategy | HR Policy Design | Leadership Coaching | Workforce Planning | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Executive Recruitment | Organizational Development | Strategic Communications | Event Production | Voiceover & Multimedia Storytelling