Desiree Romo, MPA/BSB
Adjunct Professor at Brandman University - Chapman University System- Claim this Profile
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Bob Armstrong
I've known Desiree for a couple of years in her role at Heald College. She's one of the most professional and dedicated leaders I've ever met. She runs a tremendous team that are making a difference in placing their graduates in rewarding job positions. Desiree's communication skills are tremendous. She's very enthusiastic and is an amazing planner and event organizer as well. Desiree is a "true team-builder" and draws people to her. She has a "grateful heart" too and shows appreciation to all who work with her.I highly recommend Desiree in any position she aspires to. She's a "True Leader" with unlimited capabilities and enthusiasm. Thank you for your association and friendship Desiree. You're simply amazing!
Bob Armstrong
I've known Desiree for a couple of years in her role at Heald College. She's one of the most professional and dedicated leaders I've ever met. She runs a tremendous team that are making a difference in placing their graduates in rewarding job positions. Desiree's communication skills are tremendous. She's very enthusiastic and is an amazing planner and event organizer as well. Desiree is a "true team-builder" and draws people to her. She has a "grateful heart" too and shows appreciation to all who work with her.I highly recommend Desiree in any position she aspires to. She's a "True Leader" with unlimited capabilities and enthusiasm. Thank you for your association and friendship Desiree. You're simply amazing!
Bob Armstrong
I've known Desiree for a couple of years in her role at Heald College. She's one of the most professional and dedicated leaders I've ever met. She runs a tremendous team that are making a difference in placing their graduates in rewarding job positions. Desiree's communication skills are tremendous. She's very enthusiastic and is an amazing planner and event organizer as well. Desiree is a "true team-builder" and draws people to her. She has a "grateful heart" too and shows appreciation to all who work with her.I highly recommend Desiree in any position she aspires to. She's a "True Leader" with unlimited capabilities and enthusiasm. Thank you for your association and friendship Desiree. You're simply amazing!
Bob Armstrong
I've known Desiree for a couple of years in her role at Heald College. She's one of the most professional and dedicated leaders I've ever met. She runs a tremendous team that are making a difference in placing their graduates in rewarding job positions. Desiree's communication skills are tremendous. She's very enthusiastic and is an amazing planner and event organizer as well. Desiree is a "true team-builder" and draws people to her. She has a "grateful heart" too and shows appreciation to all who work with her.I highly recommend Desiree in any position she aspires to. She's a "True Leader" with unlimited capabilities and enthusiasm. Thank you for your association and friendship Desiree. You're simply amazing!
Credentials
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Certified Resume Writer
Professional Association of Resume WritersSep, 2013- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Adjunct Professor
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Jul 2013 - Present
Brandman University is a non-profit institution with a mission to provide students with a dynamic education based on excellence and flexibility that creates lasting value for evolving careers. Brandman University provides adult learners with broader access to quality higher education with cutting-edge curricula driven by innovative pedagogy and technology. www.brandman.edu Brandman University is a non-profit institution with a mission to provide students with a dynamic education based on excellence and flexibility that creates lasting value for evolving careers. Brandman University provides adult learners with broader access to quality higher education with cutting-edge curricula driven by innovative pedagogy and technology. www.brandman.edu
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Heald College
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Higher Education
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Career Services Advisor
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Jan 2013 - Present
Heald's career services assistance is intended to help you make the transition from college to the workplace as quickly and easily as possible. From graduation to retirement, we'll help you advance your career whenever you need it. And, since we've been around for 150 years, you can count on us to be here when you need it most.
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Business Program Director
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Jan 2011 - Feb 2013
Provide for the successful delivery of course content of the assigned program in compliance with curricular expectations, accrediting agency requirements, corporate policies, and state/provincial regulations . Assist with the recruitment, selection, orientation, supervision, monitoring, training, development, succession planning, and evaluation of faculty in the assigned program. Evaluate and satisfactorily resolve student and instructor inquiries, issues, and problems in a timely manner with appropriate action, partnering with appropriate departments and personnel. In coordination with Student Services and Academic Department personnel, facilitate student rewards and recognition. Maintain policies and procedures to comply with all regulatory requirements including Sarbanes-Oxley, internal audit, State, Federal and Provincial governing bodies, and accreditation agencies. Use monitoring mechanisms to secure a quality student experience in each course that includes an appropriate level of instructor planning and application of a variety of methodologies and materials. Coordinate and monitor student/faculty engagement to ensure that there is a high level of faculty/student interaction, and that each student receives individual attention as warranted to promote academic integrity, customer satisfaction, and student success. Support "re-entry from drop" processes and programs in order to further student completion. Manage student retention using activities such as contacting absent students, holding at-risk meetings, and expecting and conducting student outreach activities. Show less
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Business Adjunct Instructor
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Jan 2010 - Jan 2011
www.Heald.eduWork in partnership with Academics to ensure student retention. Knowledge of principles and methods forcurriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement oftraining effects.• Delivered positive quarterly LES results with a 3.9 and above Heald average.• Recognized as "Instructor of the Year" Parthenon 2011.• Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as financial accounting,principles of marketing, and operations management.• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, andparticipating in professional organizations and conferences. Show less
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Modesto City Schools District
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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District Office
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Dec 2000 - Jun 2010
Acts as executive assistant to the District Superintendent, Board of Trustees, and other district administrators as needed. Supports the Superintendent in fulfilling his/her responsibilities by performing a wide variety of highly complex secretarial duties, involving independent decision making and judgment in a highly organized and coordinated manner to assure the smooth and efficient operation of the District Office so that the office’s maximum positive impact on the education of children can be realized. Show less
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Assistant to Associate Superintendent
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Jan 2001 - Jan 2010
www.monet.k12.ca.usNine-year assignment redesigning school offices and processes. Focused on development and delivery ofhigh-performance work to achieve aggressive productivity, efficiency, quality and profitability goals.• Modesto High School, International Baccalaureate Program: improved productivity 79.8% of securingprospective students and maintaining student and program satisfaction.• Hanshaw Middle School, Administrative Office: improved productivity 89.9% of increasing productivity andemployee retention.• District Office, Curriculum Office 9-12: improved productivity 77.8% securing $1.3 Small Learning CommunityGrant.• District Office, Associate Superintendent 9-12: improved productivity 92.4% organized E21 Summit andHealthy Start Programs.• Oversaw daily operations, managing a staff of 12 employees.• Public Information Officer -- approved and monitored information district wide.• Customer Service Advisor to handle complaints-- parent and community concerns district wide.• Responsibilities included administrative, billing, personnel issues, policies and procedures, payroll andquarterly budget preparation and submission.• Implemented curriculum plans.• Maintained ongoing communication with administrators regarding district activities, staff development, andparent/student issues.• Network with community businesses in the area.• Conducted and supported• Maintained records and reports for each district programs. Show less
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Education
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2010 - 2012
University of Phoenix
Master's degree, Master in Public Administration -
2008 - 2010
University of Phoenix
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1991 - 1997
Modesto Junior College
Associate of Arts, Liberal Studies
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