Mindy Tyson

A dynamic and results-oriented Human Resources Manager with 26 years of experience driving human capital initiatives that align with and achieve key business objectives. Proven success as a consultative partner to senior leadership, providing strategic guidance in workforce management, talent development, performance management, and employee engagement. Expertly leverages HR data systems to diagnose issues, improve processes, and deliver data-driven solutions.

Excels in building cross-functional relationships and leading teams in complex, fast-paced environments.

Senior HRIS Specialist (GS-12) at Headquarters, U.S. Air Forces in Europe (2024-06 – Present)

Oversees the management and operational integrity of command-level Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), ensuring data accuracy and system reliability for a large, geographically dispersed workforce.

• Oversees the management and operational integrity of command-level Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), ensuring data accuracy and system reliability for a large, geographically dispersed workforce.
• Serves as the primary subject matter expert for personnel data systems, providing strategic guidance and Tier-3 technical support to HR staff and leadership across the command.
• Directs the user access and permissions management process, ensuring compliance with data security protocols while providing systems training to enhance user proficiency and operational effectiveness.
• Analyzes and resolves complex HR systems issues, acting as a key liaison between end-users and technical development teams to drive system enhancements and process improvements.

Senior Human Resources Manager at United States Air Force (2021-03 – 2023-11)

Provided strategic HR partnership to senior executives, managing succession planning and workforce mobility for 842 leadership and key technical positions across European and African areas of responsibility.

• Provided strategic HR partnership to senior executives, managing succession planning and workforce mobility for 842 leadership and key technical positions across European and African areas of responsibility.
• Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies by analyzing operational workflows to identify and correct inefficiencies, leading to enhanced customer support and continuous process improvement.
• Leveraged Oracle Business Intelligence (OBIEE) and other HRIS to create automated data queries, generate reports, and design improved HR work methods that informed strategic business decisions.
• Built and maintained effective working relationships with all levels of leadership and external stakeholders to navigate complex HR issues and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

HR Operations Superintendent at United States Air Force (2017-11 – 2021-03)

Directed all HR support functions for 23 business units, including remote locations, serving as the senior subject matter expert on all HR policies, procedures, and programs.

• Directed all HR support functions for 23 business units, including remote locations, serving as the senior subject matter expert on all HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Oversaw staffing, training, and professional development for a 34-person HR team, ensuring high-quality support for both exempt and non-exempt staff across multiple departments.
• Served as the functional area manager for 18 distinct support staff teams, ensuring each had the resources, training, and tools required to meet organizational goals.
• Developed and delivered organization-wide HRIS training, granting and managing system access and ensuring data integrity and compliance across all user levels.

Deployed HR Operations Superintendent at United States Air Force (2020-01 – 2020-08)

Led a high-performing team of 6 HR professionals delivering comprehensive support to 4,000+ employees across 4 locations in a high-pressure, 24/7 operational environment.

• Led a high-performing team of 6 HR professionals delivering comprehensive support to 4,000+ employees across 4 locations in a high-pressure, 24/7 operational environment.
• Directed the customer service team and managed employee data systems, benefits enrollment, retention programs, and case management, resolving complex issues with speed and accuracy.

Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Development – Ashford University (University of Arizona Global Campus)

Associate of Science in Human Resources/Personnel Administration – Community College of the Air Force