Chief Human Resources Officer search

Chief Human Resources Officer search

Georgia College & State University has launched a search for the Chief Human Resources Officer. Former Associate Vice President Dr. Mark Pelton has been rehired part-time and will serve as the search committee chair. 

The following individuals will serve as members of the search committee for the CHRO: 

  • Susan Demmon, senior director of Financial Services
  • Rhonda Fowler, chief audit officer
  • Rhonda Griffin, administration assistant, Office of Academic Affairs
  • Dr. Indiren Pillay,interim dean, College of Arts & Sciences
  • Sarah Whatley, special assistant to the vice president for Student Life
  • Jen Yearwood, assistant director for Talent Management 


Thank you for sharing this information within your campus units and among your academic and professional networks to further our efforts to fill this pivotal role. Questions about the search process should be directed to mark.pelton@gcsu.edu as search committee chair. Prospects for the CHRO may apply directly through the applicant portal within OneUSG

Updated: 2025-04-28
Jen Yearwood
jen.yearwood@gcsu.edu
(478) 445-5067
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