Renisha Gibbs

Renisha Gibbs is a seasoned Human Resources Executive with over 25 years of experience in public sector human resources.

For over two decades at Florida State University, Renisha has held several key roles within the Office of Human Resources, including Assistant Director and Director of Employee and Labor Relations. In 2014, she was appointed Associate Vice President for Human Resources and Finance and Administration Chief of Staff.

In this leadership role, Renisha oversees a team of 70 professionals responsible for managing human resources functions for approximately 10,000 university employees. Her team supports the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, training, compensation, labor relations, employee relations, HR investigations, and retirement. Additionally, she serves as the University’s Chief Negotiator for all labor contracts and provides strategic leadership to the Division of Finance and Administration as Chief of Staff.

A trusted advisor to faculty, staff, and students, Renisha consults across all levels of the University community. She also represents FSU’s interests in community initiatives, regulatory matters, and professional associations. Her expertise spans Employee and Labor Relations, Organizational Strategy, Performance Management, and HR Compliance.

A first-generation college graduate, Renisha earned her bachelor's degree in Sociology from Florida State University and a master’s degree in Human Resources Management from Troy University. She is actively engaged in her community through her work with the Tallahassee Urban League, Pace Center for Girls-Leon, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

Her contributions have been widely recognized. In 2018, she was named “Outstanding Administrator” by the FSU Black Alumni Association. In 2019, the Tallahassee Democrat honored her as one of the “25 Women You Need to Know.” Most recently, in 2025, Renisha was recognized as a Distinguished Alumna by the FSU College of Social Sciences and Public Policy.