About the Expert

Expert: Dr. Thomas W. Faulkner, DBA, SPHR, LSSBB — strategic HR & process improvement for municipalities, SMBs, healthcare, and industrial teams.

  • Education: Doctor of Business Administration; MBA; M.S. in Leadership & Management
  • Credentials: SPHR · Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Roles: Former municipal HR/Finance Director; advisor to small & mid-sized employers across Texas
  • Publications: Texas HR Compliance Guide; Knowledge Retention & Succession Planning whitepaper
  • Frameworks: MERITAS™ change model · M.I.S.F.I.T.™ structural culture diagnostic · CIVIC performance model
  • Focus Areas: Compliance readiness, job architecture, onboarding, progressive discipline, and HR tech enablement

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The DFW metroplex demands HR systems that scale across multiple jurisdictions, departments, and business units. We deliver virtual consulting that handles enterprise complexity while maintaining the compliance rigor expected in Texas's largest business hub.

Services for DFW Employers

Engagements typically include Texas HR audits at scale, policy modernization across multiple departments, employee relations investigations, competency-based training programs, and performance systems designed for multi-department enterprises and complex organizational structures.

Dallas–Fort Worth skyline representing enterprise-scale HR consulting services

Who We Serve in DFW

We support city/county agencies, special districts, airport authorities, financial services, healthcare systems, and manufacturing employers. Deliverables fit council and board packets, integrate with existing vendor relationships, and meet the documentation standards expected in enterprise environments.

  • Dallas and Fort Worth municipal departments
  • Tarrant and Dallas County entities
  • DFW Airport and transportation authorities
  • Financial services and corporate headquarters
  • Healthcare systems and medical centers
  • Manufacturing and logistics operations
Virtual collaboration tools for DFW's enterprise-scale operations

How Our Virtual Delivery Works

We coordinate cross-agency interviews, use secure collaboration platforms, and produce enterprise-ready reporting that fits council and board packets. Virtual delivery scales efficiently across the metroplex without travel overhead or scheduling conflicts.

DFW Enterprise Capabilities

Multi-Site Coordination

HR systems that work consistently across departments, locations, and jurisdictions.

Enterprise Integration

Seamless integration with existing HRIS, LMS, and vendor systems.

Complex Org Charts

HR frameworks designed for matrix organizations and multi-layered reporting.

Board-Ready Reporting

Executive summaries and detailed documentation that meet corporate governance standards.

Local Considerations in DFW

The metroplex's scale and complexity create unique HR challenges. Policies must work across multiple jurisdictions, integrate with sophisticated technology stacks, and support the fast-paced decision-making that keeps North Texas competitive in global markets.

Enterprise Scale

HR systems that manage thousands of employees across multiple sites and departments.

Multi-Jurisdiction Compliance

Policies that work across Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding municipalities.

Corporate Standards

Documentation and processes that meet Fortune 500 governance expectations.

Technology Integration

HR frameworks that leverage DFW's advanced business technology infrastructure.

DFW's enterprise business environment and corporate headquarters

Dallas–Fort Worth HR Consulting — FAQs

Here are some of the most common questions Dallas–Fort Worth employers ask about HR consulting, compliance, and training—and how we can help.

What types of organizations in Dallas–Fort Worth do you work with?

We support city governments, counties, special districts, school districts, healthcare systems, manufacturers, logistics hubs, and service-sector employers across Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Frisco, Irving, and surrounding communities. Each engagement is tailored to Texas law and local governance structures.

How much does HR consulting typically cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?

Costs vary based on scope. Compliance audits and handbook modernization projects for small cities or districts often start under $5,000. Larger projects—such as multi-site investigations, supervisor training series, or full policy overhauls—require more investment. We also provide fixed-fee packages and retainers to give organizations predictable costs.

Can HR investigations in DFW be done virtually and still hold up legally?

Yes. We use secure platforms, structured interview protocols, and documented chain-of-custody for notes and evidence. Our reports have been reviewed by city attorneys, school boards, and outside counsel in North Texas, ensuring they are defensible in both public- and private-sector settings.

Do you provide HR consulting for manufacturing, logistics, and distribution in DFW?

Absolutely. We design HR systems for large manufacturing facilities, warehouse and logistics operations near DFW Airport, and 24/7 distribution hubs. Policies address rotating shifts, OSHA requirements, fatigue management, contractor oversight, and incident documentation to meet both state and federal standards.

How do you support healthcare and hospital systems in Dallas–Fort Worth?

We provide HR audits, credentialing frameworks, and compliance training for hospitals, clinics, and specialty providers across North Texas. Our programs address patient safety requirements, high-turnover staffing, and Joint Commission accreditation standards to ensure compliance and continuity of care.

Can smaller cities and growing suburbs in DFW use your services?

Yes. We regularly work with fast-growing suburbs and smaller municipalities. Engagements are designed for lean staff structures and often include compliance audits, policy modernization, and supervisor training that help meet state reporting and open meetings requirements without adding headcount.

How soon can an HR consulting project start in Dallas–Fort Worth?

Most projects start within 1–2 weeks of scoping. Virtual delivery removes travel delays and makes it easier to schedule around council meetings, board calendars, and 24/7 shift coverage common to DFW operations.

Ready to scale your DFW organization?

We'll scope a predictable virtual engagement tailored to your enterprise needs and multi-site operations.