June Fessenden
Director of Human Resources, Maricopa Community Colleges
Professional Overview
June Fessenden is a seasoned Human Resources professional with over 15 years of experience driving strategic HR initiatives and fostering organizational growth. As the Director of Human Resources at Maricopa Community Colleges, she oversees all aspects of HR management for this large, multi-campus community college system.
Current Role
In her role as Director of Human Resources, June is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive HR policies, procedures, and programs to support the college's mission and over 2,000 employees. She leads a team of HR specialists in areas such as talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and training and development. Under June's leadership, Maricopa Community Colleges has consistently maintained high employee engagement and satisfaction scores, while also enhancing the organization's talent management capabilities.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Maricopa Community Colleges, June held various HR management positions in the healthcare and education sectors, where she gained extensive experience in navigating complex HR challenges and driving organizational transformation. Her ability to align HR strategies with business objectives has been instrumental in driving positive impact throughout her career.
Academic Background
June holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from Arizona State University and a Master's degree in Organizational Development from the University of Phoenix. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and maintains active memberships in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Arizona Human Resources Association (AHRA).
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic HR management
- Talent acquisition and retention
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Compensation and benefits design
- Learning and development program management
- HR technology implementation and optimization
Professional Impact
Under June's leadership, Maricopa Community Colleges has achieved significant HR-related accomplishments, including:
- Implementing a new applicant tracking system that improved the candidate experience and reduced time-to-hire by 25%
- Designing and rolling out a comprehensive leadership development program, resulting in a 15% increase in internal promotions
- Spearheading a review of the college's compensation structure, leading to a 12% reduction in voluntary turnover among high-performing employees
Conclusion
With her extensive expertise in HR management and a proven track record of driving organizational success, June Fessenden is a valuable asset to Maricopa Community Colleges. In her current role, she continues to make a lasting impact on the college's workforce and contribute to the overall growth and development of the institution.
