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Director of Employee Relations and Title IX | Executive MBA | Master of Legal Studies | EEO & HR Compliance | AWI-CH | ex-Amazon

About

As the Director of Employee Relations and Title IX at Citrus College, I leverage my AWI-CH certification and expertise in organizational leadership and problem analysis to foster compliance and equity. I provide strategic oversight to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards, with a focus on advancing fairness and accountability across the institution. With over a decade of experience in compliance leadership, my mission is to collaborate with stakeholders, address workplace concerns, and promote an inclusive culture. My background in EEO and HR compliance, along with advanced credentials in strategic leadership and legal risk management, equips me to drive impactful change and support organizational excellence.

Location

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Work experience

Director of Employee Relations and Title IX at Citrus College, Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos, • Serve as the District’s Title IX Officer, overseeing unlawful discrimination and harassment complaints. • Direct programs related to and provide consultation and guidance on employee relations issues, including conflict resolution and disciplinary procedures. • Develop and coordinate training programs on Title IX compliance and respectful workplace behavior. • Maintain a case management system to monitor complaints and investigations related to employee relations.

District Director, EEO & Compliance at North Orange County Community College District, Jun 2023 - Jan 2026 · 2 yrs 8 mos, • Spearheaded the development and implementation of EEO and compliance programs, ensuring alignment with regulations. • Led a team to promote a diverse and inclusive work environment across NOCCCD campuses. • Collaborated with senior leadership to establish EEO goals, fostering a culture of non-discrimination.

Sr. EEO/AA Compliance Manager at Amazon, May 2020 - Jul 2023 · 3 yrs 3 mos, • Directed programs supporting Amazon’s affirmative action, equal employment, and global nondiscrimination initiatives. • Executed gap and root cause analysis of employment processes to enhance DEI initiatives and compliance programs. • Managed on-site compliance audits, drafting detailed reports and remediation plans to address identified risks.

Equity Consultant PRN, Watts College at Arizona State University, Oct 2019 - May 2021 · 1 yr 8 mos, Provide counsel to the Committee on Diversity and Inclusion at Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions at Arizona State University, Downtown. Identify barriers within the college system and physical location and strategizes efforts to provide access to all students and employees. Serve as liaison between college administration and the CDI. Conduct an annual climate survey to identify areas of concern. Created a front-facing webpage to reinforce the college’s dedication to diversity. -Climate survey -Committee on Diversity and Inclusion -Accessibility at the Downtown campus

EEO Investigator at Arizona State University, Feb 2018 - Oct 2019 · 1 yr 9 mos, Manage a caseload and works closely with Deans, AVPs, Office of the Provost, Office of General Counsel, ASU’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Rights, the Disability Resource Center, and Office of Human Resources to assist in promotion, education and support of the university’s equity and inclusion practices and policies. Duties include case evaluation, administrative closures, witness interviews, timely communication with all parties, evidence evaluation, and conducting analysis to reach a determination. Writes investigative reports in compliance with ASU policies and procedures. Facilitates educational training. Resolve disputes and drafts legal reports and analyses. Proceed in a trauma-informed manner while remaining neutral and investigating high-level claims that have reached the media. -Title VII Investigations -Anti-Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation trainings -EEOC Compliance Training

EEO/AAP Compliance Manager - Global Talent Inclusion, Diversity & Engagement at Stantec, 2019 - 2020 · 1 yr, Responsible for the creation, oversight and administration of Stantec’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) plans to ensure organizational compliance with federal, state and local employment laws. Applies expert knowledge in providing input to the creation and management of Affirmative Action (AA) plans, EEO-1 reports, and compliance certifications to ensure organizational compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) laws, as well as all other applicable federal, state and local employment laws. Partners cross functionally and provides insights and recommendations on legislative and/or policy changes resulting in process and/or reporting requirement or protocols. Researches, analyzes and evaluates external elements and best practices in HR compliance solutions, applying business acumen to improve outcome. Works closely with Department of Labor to complete VETS-4212 reports. -Implement EEO/AA standards pursuant to the OFCCP -Provide legal counsel regarding equitable recruitment practices and other HR policies -Develop an inclusive outreach strategy to attract diverse talent pools

Education

Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA), Strategic Leadership, Valar Institute

Juris Master (MLS), Compliance and Legal Risk Management, University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law