Shatema Lucas
About Shatema Lucas
Shatema Lucas is a Human Resources Manager at The George Washington University, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Longwood University and a Master of Arts in Human Resource and Development from Bowie State University.
Work at The George Washington University
Shatema Lucas has been serving as the Human Resources Manager at The George Washington University since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and performance management. Her position is based in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area, where she contributes to the university's HR strategies and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Shatema Lucas holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Longwood University, which she attended from 1995 to 2000. She furthered her education with a Master of Arts in Human Resource Development from Bowie State University, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources, particularly in areas such as full cycle recruitment, onboarding, and benefit administration.
Professional Background
Shatema Lucas has a diverse professional background in human resources. She worked at TexelTek, Inc. as an HR Generalist for nine months in 2010-2011. Following that, she spent nine years at Dynis in a similar role from 2012 to 2021. Earlier in her career, she was an HR Generalist/Recruiter for the DC Government from 2005 to 2010. Her extensive experience encompasses various HR functions, including skill assessments and employee relations.
HR Skills and Specializations
Shatema Lucas possesses a strong skill set in human resources management. She is experienced in full cycle recruitment, which includes defining job roles and evaluating candidates. Additionally, she has expertise in business process improvement and managing data within HRIS systems. Her knowledge extends to onboarding, benefit administration, employee relations, and performance management, making her a well-rounded HR professional.