Shirley Paulson
About Shirley Paulson
Shirley Paulson serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Federal Signal Corporation, a position she has held since 2020. With a strong background in finance and human resources, she has over 30 years of experience in various leadership roles.
Work at Federal Signal Corporation
Shirley Paulson serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Federal Signal Corporation, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees various human resource functions, focusing on employee relations and organizational development. Prior to her current position, she worked at Federal Signal Corporation as the Director of Compensation, Benefits and FS Depot/Corporate Human Resources from 2011 to 2020. Her tenure at the company spans over a decade, during which she has contributed to enhancing employee engagement and optimizing HR processes.
Education and Expertise
Shirley Paulson earned her MBA in Finance and Marketing from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where she studied from 1989 to 1993. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which she completed in 1984. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in executive compensation and employee health and welfare benefits, essential for her leadership in human resources.
Background
Before joining Federal Signal Corporation, Shirley Paulson held various positions that contributed to her extensive experience in human resources and finance. She worked at ETM Global as the Director of Finance and Administration from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, she served as Vice President at Harris Bank for a total of ten years, from 1984 to 1994 and again from 1995 to 1998. This diverse background has equipped her with skills in customer relationship development and process optimization.
Achievements
Shirley Paulson has a proven track record in enhancing employee relations and optimizing human resource processes. Her expertise in executive compensation and employee benefits has been crucial in her role at Federal Signal Corporation. She has also demonstrated strong capabilities in project management, which complements her responsibilities in human resources. Her leadership has contributed to the overall effectiveness of HR functions within the organization.