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Mission

At SOD HR, we are deeply committed to furthering Dentistry's mission by actively recruiting, supporting, and retaining employees with exceptional talent. Our primary objective is to align these individuals with the essential resources needed to advance the Dental School's mission, vision, and strategic plan. To guide our actions and decisions, we adhere to our L.E.A.D guiding principles:

  • Leading by example: We set the standard by demonstrating respect and reliability in all that we do.
  • Exemplary customer service: We prioritize providing outstanding service to all individuals we interact with, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail: We uphold meticulousness and precision in all transactions we handle, leaving no room for errors.
  • Delivering strategic guidance: We offer valuable insights and direction in accessing information, training, and implementing policies, procedures, practices, regulations, compensation, recruiting, and employment for our Faculty, Staff, and Student workers.

As a strategic partner that embodies these principles, we foster a supportive environment that advances our Dental School's goals and empowers our dedicated personnel to thrive. By fostering collaboration and teamwork, we aim to achieve success by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of both individuals and the School of Dentistry.

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dentistry.hr.team@umich.edu | 734-764-4173

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Karyn Procter-Wicks
Karyn Procter Wicks
HR Director
kprocter@umich.edu
  • Strategic Planning
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Shante Galloway
Shanté Galloway
Associate Director
slgy@umich.edu
  • Patient Services
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    • Records 
    • Administration 
    • Operations (Front Desk/Schedulers)
  • Informatics (IT)
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    • Facilities 
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Joshua Scott Weil
Joshua Weil
Sr Hr Business Partner
jsweil@umich.edu
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Olivia Cook
Olivia Cook
HR Business Partner
smailol@umich.edu
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Jessica Schairer
HR Specialist
jschaire@umich.edu
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