Dr. Durrel Parker
Human Resources Business Partner
678-839-6412
dparker@westga.edu
Roy Richards Sr. Hall - Room 345
Dr. Durrel Parker is a distinguished HR and Operations leader with extensive expertise in strategic human capital management, talent acquisition, organizational leadership, and workforce development. Holding a PhD in Business Administration with a focus on Organizational Leadership, Dr. Parker excels at driving results by aligning HR strategies with business objectives, cultivating high-performance cultures, and helping organizations achieve their strategic goals.
Throughout his career, he has led transformative HR initiatives, optimized recruitment and retention processes, and implemented innovative programs. Dr. Parker specializes in developing comprehensive HR strategies that enhance workforce capabilities and promote organizational growth. His experience spans various industries, including higher education, healthcare, manufacturing, engineering, and financial services, where he has successfully led HR departments and teams, driving key initiatives in employee relations, conflict resolution, and regulatory compliance.
In addition to his industry work, Dr. Parker has extensive teaching experience, having taught undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students across various subjects in human resources, leadership, management, and organizational development. He has served as a faculty member at multiple institutions, where he developed and taught courses designed to prepare students for leadership roles in their respective fields.
His professional credentials, including Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), and Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certifications, reflect his commitment to staying current in the ever-evolving field of human resources. Dr. Parker remains dedicated to continuous learning for himself and the individuals and teams he leads, ensuring that the organizations he works with are equipped to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.
His goal is to build high-performing, inclusive organizations that achieve long-term success.
- B.A., Political Science (Pre-Law), University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 2008
- M.B.A., Business Administration, University of Phoenix - LA Campus, 2010
- Ph.D., Business Administration, Northcentral University, 2019
- M.S., Higher Education Administration with Distinction, National University, 2021
- M.A., Adult Learning and Development, Northwestern State University, 2025
Parker, D. K. (2019). Improving Job Retention among Registered Nurses in Hospital Settings: A Multiple Case Study (Order No. 13877427). Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (2220344703). https://www.proquest.com/dissertations-theses/impro
Parker, D. (2020). Essential Sales Skills: Best Practices for Building Relationships and Having Meaningful Conversations that Convert in Sales. KDP Publishing.
Parker, D. (2021). Launching 6-Figure Products & Services: The Art of Pricing and Packaging. KDP Publishing.
Parker, D. (2023). Grow Your Business: Strategic Planning for Rapid Growth and Greater Profitability. KDP Publishing.
Parker, D. (2023). Next-Level Finance: Tools for Small Businesses to Track and Manage Profits and Losses. KDP Publishing.
Parker, D. (2024). Launch It!: The Blueprint for Building Your Business. KDP Publishing.
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Expires on August 31, 2027 Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®) ... - Credly
The Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification is recognized as a professionally relevant credential for those who have mastered the strategic and policy-making aspects of HR management as practiced in the United States.
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
Expires on August 31, 2027 SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) - Credly
Earners of the SHRM Senior Certified Professional Credential (SHRM-SCP) have demonstrated their mastery of HR proficiency standards as defined by the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™), formerly the SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge® (SHRM BoCK®). Earners of the credential are recognized for their ability to effectively perform HR duties and responsibilities from a strategic perspective.
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
Expires on August 31, 2027 Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) - Credly
The Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification is recognized as a professionally relevant credential for those who have mastered the technical and operational aspects of HR management, including knowledge of US laws and regulations.