Department of Human Resources Management Team

Benita C. Ransom
HR DIRECTOR

DIRECTOR’S OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES & MERIT SYSTEM

The Human Resources Director oversees the development, implementation, and coordination of policies and programs covering recruitment and employment, training and employee development, classification and compensation, human resources information systems, employee relations, skills testing, employee services, and maintenance of official centralized personnel records system, drug and alcohol testing policies, and certain occupational health services.

Jadia P. Haynes
HR DEPUTY DIRECTOR

GENERALIST DIVISION [G-UNIT]

The HR Generalist Division serves as a “one-stop-shop” for talent acquisition, classification and compensation, succession planning, and organizational design. The division is responsible for sourcing and recruiting qualified applicants across all organizational levels, including executives, management, and supervisory positions.

Focus Areas: Recruitment and Selection, Classification and Compensation

Lena M. Taylor
HR MANAGER

POLICY DIVISION

The Policy Division is charged with continuously developing, reviewing, and revising policies in response to federal and state legislation, researching and recommending best practices for maximum effectiveness, and ensuring fair and consistent application of policies, procedures, and practices.

Focus Areas: Administrative Policies & Procedures, County Procedures & Exec. Orders, DeKalb County Personnel Code, etc.

Dominique Grant
HR MANAGER

OCCUPATIONAL COMPLIANCE DIVISION

The Occupational Compliance Division (OCD) oversees the facilitation of pre-employment physicals, annual physicals, and psychological assessments for sworn personnel. OCD also manages CDL physicals, fitness-for-duty evaluations, and random drug and alcohol screenings for safety-sensitive employees. Additionally, the division arranges critical incident and grief counseling through EAP and psychological vendors. Beyond compliance, OCD plays a crucial role in supporting employees by coordinating the interactive process for workplace accommodations, ensuring they can fulfill the essential functions of their roles. 

Focus Areas: Physical Examinations, Substance Abuse Testing, Fitness-for-Duty Evaluation, Employee Assistance Program  (EAP), Employee Accommodation Request

Katherine "Kay" Furlong
HR MANAGER

HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEMS DIVISION

The Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Division provides a central solution for employee data, applicant tracking, onboarding, payroll, and more through the maintenance and management of HR databases such as CV360, Kronos, etc.

Focus Areas: CV360, Employment Verifications (E-Verify / I-9), Leave Programs (FMLA, DOL, Military), etc.

Cassandra W. Mouzon
HR MANAGER

BUSINESS DIVISION

The Business Division enhances efficiency through optimized systems, processes, policies, and technology to create a productive working environment and improve customer service across the organization.

Focus Areas: Employee ID Badge, Temporary Personnel Services, Unemployment Claims, Open Records Requests, etc.

Janet Essix
HR MANAGER

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS DIVISION

Employee Relations serves as the county’s primary mediator in resolving conflicts between management and employees, addressing discriminatory practices, and fostering a productive work environment.

Focus Areas: Appeals, Grievances, and Complaints; Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) Executive Summary

Fabienne Niles
HR MANAGER

ORGANIZATION & EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

The Organization and Employee Development Division (OED) supports the county’s strategic priority of “Investing in Employees”. OED is responsible for cultivating a well-trained and highly skilled workforce through performance management, computer and soft skills training, management and leadership training, customer service enhancement, onboarding, and employee rewards and recognition programs.

Focus Areas: Training & Performance Management, Bright Futures, Employee Recognition Program, Tuition Reimbursement, etc.