Experience

Cascadia College

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Dean for Student Learning

  • Jul 2013 - Present

  Instructional Dean with responsibilities that include: Math, Business Transfer, Professional Technical Programs (Networking Infrastructure, Web Applications Programming and Environmental Technologies & Sustainable Practices) and Applied Baccalaureate Programs (Sustainable Practices and Mobile Applications Development); as well as Workforce Education Services and the dual enrollment program Cascadia in the High School. Instructional Dean with responsibilities that include: Math, Business Transfer, Professional Technical Programs (Networking Infrastructure, Web Applications Programming and Environmental Technologies & Sustainable Practices) and Applied Baccalaureate Programs (Sustainable Practices and Mobile Applications Development); as well as Workforce Education Services and the dual enrollment program Cascadia in the High School.



Green River College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Executive Director - Center of Excellence for Careers in Education

  • Sep 2009 - Jun 2013

  Provided leadership for a two-person office charged with being a statewide resource for education careers through the community and technical college system. Managed an annual leadership development program for future workforce deans. Secured and administered grants to help fund professional development opportunities for faculty including Boot Camps, Technology Tools and Soft Skills. Collaborated on statewide projects such as I-BEST Practices Conference and STEM Summit. Created a program guide for K-12 students highlighting educator pathways in our system. Partnered on regional events intended for high school and college students exploring education careers. Accomplishments: Led system wide process to update Skill Standard for Professional Technical Instructors. Created and recruited an active and representative advisory board for the Center. Managed the development of a six minute video highlighting pathways for education careers. Show less



Highline College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Workforce Development

  • Jun 2006 - Aug 2009

  Responsible for multiple budgets and service areas. Served on faculty post tenure review committees. Worked collaboratively on instructional initiatives such as the Center of Excellence and Industry Skill Panel for International Trade Transportation and Logistics, annual Perkins plan and visiting international faculty. Successfully obtained various project funding ranging from 5K to 15K through workforce related grants and allocations. Increased student exposure to employers through job, career, volunteer fairs. Served as liaison to Student Services division, attended monthly cabinet meetings. Oversight of eight staff, conducted annual performance reviews. Established employment center as a WorkSource Connection Site. Maintained relationships with Workforce Development Council, Kent Chamber, WorkSource and the SBCTC. Accomplishments: Initiated Highline’s Basic Food Employment and Training Program to fund low income students. Created a shared “career specialist” position by partnering with Central Washington University. Show less

• Director of Testing Services

  • Jun 2003 - Jun 2006

  Responsible for services related to placement, distance education and faculty make-up testing. Supervised a four-person staff team and administered departmental budget. Coordinated placement test activities with Entry Services, Educational Planning and Advising, International Student Programs, and other college departments. Coordinated with faculty Distance Education testing, make-up exams, and Nursing Department Proctored Essay. Oversaw testing activities related to correspondence exams offered by other colleges and institutions. Collaborated with faculty and the office of Institutional Research regarding studies and evaluation of placement testing. Accomplishments: Coordinated implementation of COMPASS-ESL placement testing to better serve non-native speakers. Collaborated with faculty and Institutional Researcher to review and adjust cut scores. Show less

• Director of Career and Employment Services

  • Jun 2000 - Jun 2006

  Provided a comprehensive, integrated career and employment services program. Taught career development and college orientation classes regularly. Oversaw the hiring and timecard process for all student employees (300-400 workers). Advised students and community members in the career management and employment process. Directed outreach related to activities directed to faculty, classes, student organizations and potential students. Developed and administered the Career and Employment Services budget. Supervised a four-person staff team, conducted regular meetings and trainings. Maintained appropriate records concerning services offered to clients. Initiated quarterly career development workshop series and a video-mock interview program for students. Coordinated the development of marketing materials and website to promote services. Ensured services were current, relevant, and presented in a user-friendly, self-service environment. Accomplishments: Wrote six mini-grants totaling 24K. Increased annual state work-study expenditures from 30K to 150K. Coordinated the acquisition and implementation of an on-line employment database. Show less



The Art Institutes

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Student Housing

  • Mar 1998 - Apr 2000

  Responsible for the leadership and overall administration of a 600-student residential housing program. Developed departmental strategic plans and policies, integrating divisional and Art Institute mission and goals. Supervised professional staff of three and paraprofessional staff of 35. Provided oversight to staff recruitment, selection, training and development, behavioral and crisis intervention, student judicial processes, facilities management and leadership development. Negotiated and secured apartment and furniture leases. Oversaw quarterly housing assignments, preparations for new student orientation and the maintenance of student housing records. Provided support and direction to the residential life program. Accomplishments: Consolidated housing sites from 11 down to two. Initiated a website to assist students in identifying non-school sponsored housing. Re-negotiated furniture leases resulting in a 35% cost savings. Developed and administered departmental budgets exceeding three million. Show less



Central Washington University

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Director of Residential Services

  • Sep 1996 - Mar 1998

  Served as advisor to the Residence Hall Council Executive Committee. Coordinated Fall Orientation (Preview Weekend) for all first-year students. Managed five residential fitness centers and eight computer labs. Oversaw residential academic support program. Supervised approximately 40 student staff members. Served as conduct officer for escalated behavioral issues in apartment complexes. Administered annual paraprofessional staff evaluation and departmental assessment processes. In conjunction with the Admissions Department, participated in numerous high school and community college fairs around the Northwest. Accomplishments: Served as initial program coordinator for LeaderShape, a regional student leadership conference. Responsible for multiple budget lines totaling $180,000. Show less



Washington Mutual Bank

• Lynnwood, WA

• Team Leader - Telephone Banking Services

  • Sep 1993 - Aug 1996



Holland America Line

• United States
• Travel Arrangements
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resource Specialist

  • Jul 1992 - Jul 1993