Gulf Coast Human Resource Association

06/13/2026

📢 JOB OPPORTUNITY: Human Resources Specialist

The City of Gautier is now accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Specialist.

📅 Application Period: June 12, 2026 – June 26, 2026
⏰ Deadline: Applications and required documents must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on June 26, 2026.

Interested candidates can download the application packet online or pick one up at Gautier City Hall during regular business hours.

For more information and to apply, visit:
🔗 https://www.gautier-ms.gov/164/Human-Resources

Questions? Contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 228-497-8000, ext. 308.

Join the City of Gautier team and help serve our community!

06/12/2026

💡 Eat the meat, spit out the bones! 🍖

Our last SHRM Gulf Coast chapter meeting with Dr. Jacob Breland was a masterclass in breaking down the "noise" around workplace feedback. We talked about shedding our "armor," ditching those blanket office emails (it's time to get direct, y'all! 😉), and realizing that even if the delivery isn't perfect, there is almost always a signal worth hearing inside the noise.
The biggest takeaway? Feedback isn't an attack - it's the tool that fixes what we don't know is broken!

Missed out on the discussion? Don't worry, we're doing it all again next month! 👇
🗓️ Save the Date: Thursday, July 9th
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM
📍 Where: The Swetman Building in Biloxi
🎙️ Guest Speaker: Morgan Shiyou with The Salvation Army Kroc Center

Set those alarms, grab your morning coffee, and come ready to connect and grow with the best HR crew on the Coast! See you there! ☕️✨

06/11/2026

☀️ It’s HR Happy Hour all summer long with SHRM Gulf Coast! ☀️

We want to hear from YOU! Tell us what you love about being a SHRM member, how the chapter has impacted your journey, or share a milestone worth celebrating — new job, promotion, certification, award, big project…we want to celebrate alongside you!

Our members are the heart of SHRM Gulf Coast, and we can’t wait to spotlight the amazing professionals who make this community so special. Here's the link to share your story: https://forms.gle/nZrAMxE2NVKAdbiy9

06/10/2026

🌟 Member Spotlight Monday! 🌟

At SHRM Gulf Coast, we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our outstanding members and the impact they continue to make in their professions and communities.

🎉 Congratulations to Susan Desmond, Partner with Lewis Brisbois, LLP, on being recognized by Chambers USA for Labor & Employment Law. A Chambers USA ranking is one of the legal profession’s most respected honors, recognizing attorneys who have been independently evaluated and highly rated by clients, peers, and industry researchers for their expertise, professionalism, and results.

🎉 Congratulations to Selena Eldridge, SHRM-CP, of The Dermatology Clinic, PLLC, on successfully passing the SHRM Certified Professional exam and earning the SHRM-CP credential. Your dedication to advancing the HR profession is inspiring!

🎉 Congratulations to Sheila Farr, SHRM-SCP, of Gulf Coast Training & Education Services, on recertifying your SHRM certification and continuing your commitment to professional excellence and lifelong learning.

Please join us in celebrating these incredible women and their achievements! 👏

06/08/2026

📣Join us this Thursday, June 11 for our SHRM Gulf Coast Chapter Meeting featuring Jacob W. Breland, Ph.D., SPHR as he presents:

💬 “So What Is Feedback Really For, Anyway?”

Enjoy networking with fellow professionals, a complimentary breakfast, and an insightful discussion on one of the most important workplace skills—giving and receiving feedback.

📍 June Location Change (June Only!)
This month’s meeting will be held at Singing River Hospital, Classroom 2 in Gulfport. Don’t worry—we’ll be back at The Swetman Building for our July meeting!

✨ Plus:
🎟️ Split the Pot benefiting the SHRM Foundation
📚 Professional Development Book Drive

🗓️ June 11, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM

🔗 Register here: https://square.link/u/O9k3wmQ8

⚠️ Friendly Reminder: Our website will be undergoing updates from July 6–26. You may experience temporary access issues during this blackout period as we work to improve your member experience.

We can’t wait to see you there!

06/04/2026

📣 HR professionals, mark your calendars!

Join us on Thursday, June 11 for our SHRM Gulf Coast Chapter Meeting featuring Jacob W. Breland, Ph.D., SPHR as he presents:

💬 “So What Is Feedback Really For, Anyway?”

Enjoy networking with fellow professionals, a complimentary breakfast, and an insightful discussion on one of the most important workplace skills—giving and receiving feedback.

📍 June Location Change (June Only!)
This month’s meeting will be held at Singing River Hospital, Classroom 2 in Gulfport. Don’t worry—we’ll be back at The Peoples Bank for our July meeting!

✨ Plus:
🎟️ Split the Pot benefiting the SHRM Foundation
📚 Professional Development Book Drive

🗓️ June 11, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM

🔗 Register here: https://square.link/u/O9k3wmQ8

⚠️ Friendly Reminder: Our website will be undergoing updates from July 6–26. You may experience temporary access issues during this blackout period as we work to improve your member experience.

We can’t wait to see you there!

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a time to honor those who gave everything in service to others.

But remembrance is more than reflection. It’s also about how we continue to support military-connected workers, including veterans and their families in the workplace every day.

For many, the impact of service lasts a lifetime. Organizations have the opportunity to create environments rooted in understanding, opportunity, and meaningful support that extends far beyond a single moment of recognition.

By supporting those who carry the legacy of service, we honor those we’ve lost.

➡️ Explore SHRM Foundation resources on building more inclusive, supportive workplaces for the military community: https://bit.ly/43n6X4a

05/19/2026

Last Thursday, May 14th, SHRM Gulf Coast had the opportunity to hear from Rene Davis with the Gulf Coast Center of Nonviolence on the topic of Green Dot Bystander Intervention. Rene shared the importance of filling the world with more “green dots” by taking action and speaking up when we see situations that may require intervention. Whether that means creating a distraction, pulling out your phone to document a situation, or calling 911 — every action matters. If you see something, say something. 💚

A special thank you to our meeting sponsor, Corry Cooley with Cooley Financial Group. If you have employees needing assistance with Medicare guidance or support, Corry is a great resource. His office is located at 2408 14th St., Gulfport, MS 39503, and he can be reached at 228-256-2544📞

We’d also like to thank our annual sponsor, Sugaring NYC, for always showing up and supporting SHRM Gulf Coast!🍯

‼️‼️Location Change‼️‼️ Our next meeting will be Thursday, June 11th, and will be held at Singing River Health Systems in Gulfport. Please note this is a temporary location change for the June meeting only — additional details will be shared soon, so stay tuned!

05/12/2026

Will we see you at our chapter meeting this Thursday, May 14th? 👀 💼💙

Register now🔗: https://square.link/u/Rvsbut7M

04/29/2026

‼️CORRECTION: It will take place on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12:00PM

Join us tomorrow at 12:00 PM for Legal Perk, led by our Government Relations Board Member, Susan Desmond!

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and gain valuable insights.

Join via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/283707757650877?p=WfzU75ubotxT8cNRsf

Meeting ID: 283 707 757 650 877
Passcode: BP9Xz9GJ

We hope to see you there!