HomeMy WebLinkAboutSpecial Meeting 03-04-2025
Special City Council Meeting
March 04, 2025
6:00 PM
Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
Agenda
NATURE OF MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
NEW BUSINESS
1.City Council Ward 1 Appointment
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:March 4, 2025 Meeting Type:City CouncilSpecialMeeting
Submitted By:Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
Melissa Moore, Assistant City Manager
Title
City Council Ward 1 Appointment
Background
On February 10, 2025, the City Council (Council) accepted the resignation of City CouncilmemberTom
Tillberry (Ward 1)and declared a vacancy. Pursuant to the City Charter, once a vacancy is declared, the
Council has 30 days to appoint,by majority vote,aqualified person to assume the office with a term to
expire afternext General Electionin 2026.
In response to this vacancy, the City advertised an opening on the Council in Ward 1. The City received
seven applications (attached). Some of the applicant data is considered private data on individuals and
has been redacted pursuant to Minnesota Statute § 13.601 subd. 3. Each qualified personwas invited to
Each candidate will discuss their qualifications with the Council on the below schedule, which is based
on the date/time of application.
TimeQualified Person
6 p.m.Steven Billings
6:15Luke Cardona
6:30Cheryl Adams
6:45Emma Carter
7 p.m.Jodi Rehlander
7:15Katherine Grimm
7:30Alicia Pickens-Opoku
Recommendation
Staff recommend the Council interview the qualified persons.
Staff recommend a motion and majority vote to appoint to the Councilmember of Ward 1 position.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Attachments and Other Resources
Resolution No. 2025-22
Steven Billings Application, Letter of Interest and Statement of Qualifications
Luke Cardona Application, Letter of Interest and Statement of Qualifications
Cheryl Adams Application, Letter of Interest and Statement of Qualifications
Emma Carter Application, Letter of Interest and Statement of Qualifications
Jodi Rehlander Application, Letter of Interest and Statement of Qualifications
Katherine Grimm Application, Letter of Interest and Statement of Qualifications
Alicia Pickens-Opoku Application, Letter of Interest and Statement of Qualifications
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Resolution No. 2025-22
Approving Appointment to the Fridley City Council Ward 1
Whereas, on February 10 the Fridley City Council (Council) accepted the resignation of
Councilmember Tom Tillberry, Ward 1; and
Whereas, on February 10, pursuant to the Fridley City Charter (Charter) § 2.07 the Council declared
a vacancy on the Council; and
Whereas, on February 11 the City issued a public notice declaring the vacancy, calling for
applications from qualified persons and calling for a Special Meeting on March 4 to interview
qualified persons; and
Whereas, on March 4 the Council conducted a Special Meeting and met with qualified persons
who applied to the City; and
Whereas, \[insert name\] applied as a qualified person for appointment to the Council, Ward 1.
Now, therefore be it resolved, that the City Council of the City of Fridley hereby appoints \[insert
name\] to the Fridley City Council, Ward 1.
Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 4th day of March, 2025.
_______________________________________
Dave Ostwald Mayor
Attest:
_________________________________
Melissa Moore City Clerk
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STEVEN E BILLINGS
5215 LINCOLN STREET NE
FRIDLEY, MN 55421-1868
February 12, 2025
Mayor David Ostwald and
City Council Members
City of Fridley Minnesota
7071 University Avenue NE
Fridley, MN 55432
Dear Mayor and Council Members
Per the application process for the current vacancy in the Ward One Council seat,
please consider this my letter of interest.
I believe that in the past, I have shown that I can perform the duties of this
position.
I resigned from the position in the past because of other commitments. Those
commitments have now been satisfied, and I am again interested in the position of
Ward One Councilmember.
I am looking forward to again helping guide the present and future of the City of
Fridley.
Regards,
Steven E. Billings
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STEVEN BILLINGS
5215 LINCOLN STREET NE
FRIDLEY, MN 55421-1868
February 12, 2025
Mayor David Ostwald and
City Council Members
City of Fridley Minnesota
7071 University Avenue NE
Fridley, MN 55432
Dear Mayor and Council Members
Per the application process for the current vacancy in the Ward One Council seat,
please consider this my statement of qualifications.
I am a former business owner. I currently do taxes and bookkeeping work.
I have in the past served on Fridley City Commissions and as Ward One Council
member.
This letter is submitted with the application. The application lists many of my
qualifications.
Former City Councilmember
Former member Fridley HRA
Former Board member Northstar Corridor Rail Authority
Former member Regional Transit Board
Former delegate to AMM, now Metro Cities
Former Chair Fridley Planning Commission
Please see the application for a fuller listing of my qualifications.
Regards,
Steven E. Billings
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JodiRehlander
61557thAveNE
Fridley,MN55432
February21,2025
FridleyCityCouncil
7071UniversityAveNE
Fridley,MN55432
Subject:LeerofInterestforCityCouncilAppointment
DearMayorOstwaldandCouncilmembersBolkcom,Evanson,andVescio:
IamwringtoexpressmydeepinterestinbeingappointedasWard1representaveontheFridleyCity
Council.Ibelievethatmybackgroundinbusinessandtechnology,combinedwithmypassionforcivic
engagementandcollaboraon,makesmeastrongcandidateforthisposion.
Formanyyears,Ihavebeenacvelyinvolvedincivicacviessuchascoachingyouthsportsand
producinglocaltheaterproducons.Throughthiswork,Ihavemetpeoplefromallwalksoflifeandall
sortsofpersonalies.LǝĻlearnedhowtomeetpeoplewheretheyare,theimportanceofclear
communicaon,andhowtobuildcoalionsbetweenmulpleorganizaons.
Ihaveseenhowtheculvaonofrelaonshipsbetweencityocialsandresidentscreatessuccessful
projectsthatpromotecommunitypride,andIamcommiedtofosteringpoliciesthatenhancethe
qualityoflifeforall.
Addionally,myexperienceintechnologyandbusinesshastaughtmehowtolisten,educate,and ŋ nd
commongroundsothatopposinggroupscancreatebalanced,inclusivesoluons.AsaCityCouncil
member,IwillbringthissameğƦƦƩƚğĭŷΓĻƓƭǒƩźƓŭthatallvoicesinourcommunityareheardand
representedindecisionmakingprocesses.
Ifappointed,Iwillworkdiligentlytoadvancepoliciesthatalignwiththeneedsandaspiraonsofour
residents.Iwillacvelyseekinputfromconstuents,aendcommunitymeengs,andfosteraspiritof
inclusivity,ensuringthateveryresidenthasanopportunitytoengageinthework.
Theimprovementstoparksandstreetsandcityfaciliesinrecentyearsareagreatfoundaonfor
CƩźķƌĻǤƭfuturesuccess.Iamexcitedaboutthepossibilityofcontribungtowhatcomesnext.Thankyou
foryourmeandconsideraon.
Sincerely,
JodiRehlander
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Jodi Rehlander
615 57th Ave NE
Fridley, MN 55432
P a list of s for the position of Ward 1 representative on the Fridley City
Council. found in my resume, also attached to the application.
a Heights Fine Arts Foundation,
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year
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Minnesota Vixen Women’s
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JodiRehlanderΑITProfessional|
ProfessionalSummary
Leaderandproblemidentifier/solverwithdiversecareerbackgroundincludingITconsulting,
finance,sportsandeventmanagement,journalism,andentrepreneurship.Teamfirstattitude.
Exceptionalabilitytodistillandtranslatetechnologyandtrainingconceptsformass
consumptionandeducation.Businessanalyst,dataguru,connectionmakerforbothpeopleand
initiativeslargeandsmall.
things.Projectmanagementandsubjectmatterexpertrolesfor
AlwayspursuingdeeperknowledgeofITinfrastructure,focusingondatabaseadministration,
DevSecOps,anduserexperience.FormerlySeries7,66and24licensed.SQL,Python,PowerBI,
Azure,AWS(includingQuickSight),Tableau(ServerandDesktop).Specialinterests:Masterdata
management,solutionarchitecture,cybersecurity,playingandcoachingsports,volunteering,
communitytheater,andforeignlanguages.BasedinMinneapolis/St.Paul,Minnesota.
Skills
ProjectManagement(includingAgile)RiskManagement
BusinessAnalysis EventPlanning
ProcessImprovement EventManagement
DataEngineering LogisticsManagement
TacticalAction SportsCoaching
StrategicPlanning OfficeAdministration
Experience
ITConsultant,CALFinancialAugust2023ΑPresent
AdministerMicrosoft365subscriptionandprovideongoingtechsupportforteammembers
locatedintheU.S.andoverseas.AssistwithcontrollingrecurringITcostsandensuringservices
areintegratedwherepossible,andrightsizedforcompanybutscalableforgrowth.
Consultant,CharterSolutionsOctober2019ΑPresent
ClientEngagementHighlights
CWTJune2024ΑPresent
MySQLSME/DatabaseEngineer
BuildapathwaytoupgradeMySQLServer5.5onLinux6toMySQLserver8.0onLinux8
o Reducedoriginalupgradedurationfor1TBdatabasefrom30hoursto8using
Pythonscriptsandotherautomationtools
o Install,upgradeandmonitorpackagesviacommandline
o Troubleshootupgradeissuesandadjustserverconfiguration
HerndonPlantOakleyJuly2023ΑPresent
DataEngineer/BIDeveloper
UsePowerBIReportBuildertocreateaccountreportingtemplates
PublishreportstoPowerBIServicewithOnPremisesDataGateway
CreatedatasetsviaSQLinAWSAthena
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Schulte,Roth&ZabelJune2023ΑFebruary2024
ProjectManager
LeadŅźƩƒƭmigrationofapproximately700usersfromOffice2016toOffice365
Shepherdothertechnologyprojects,includingaMicrosoftTeamsproductintegration
withtheiManagecontentmanagementsystem,andthelaunchofanewwebbased
applicationfortheinvestmentmanagementarea
MinnesotaPollutionControlAgencyFebruary2022ΑPresent
TableauServerConsultant
RepairPostgreSQLdatabaseandupgradetomodernversionoftheapplication
Adviseonbestpracticesforsecurity,performance,maintenanceandupgrades
Mentorinternalresourcestotakegreatershareofserversupportrole
PiedmontCommunityHealthPlanMarch2023Present
DataDogSpecialist
BuilddashboardsbasedondesiredmetricsandmonitorPCHPAWSenvironmentfor
variousperformance,activityandavailabilitymetrics
FilledinforfulltimeSiteReliabilityEngineerwhilehewasoutofthecountry
ConductiveDigitalDecember2022ΑPresent
AnalyticsConsultant
BuiltAmazonQuickSightdashboardsincludingcreationofdatasourcesfromMySQL
instances
CreatedaprototypefederatedsinglesignontoQuickSightusingCognitouserpools
EntrustCorporationOctober2021ΑDecember2023
BusinessIntelligenceTeamMember(10/212/22)
AssistedwithAWSdatalakeimplementation
AdvisedonAmazonQuickSightdashboardvisualizations
PDFofAWSPartnerSuccessStoryavailableuponrequest
DataDogSpecialist(3/23Α12/23)
ImplementedDataDogdatabaseandnetworkmonitoringsystemproofofconceptinon
premisesOracleRACenvironment
Designedsynthetictestsforremoteserveravailability
ECMC(EducationalCreditManagementCorporation)January2020ΑJune2022
AnalyticsConsultant
AssistedinbuildofAWSdatalakeandotherdatarelatedintegrations
SupportedDBAsinsolvingdataintegrityandCrystalReportsissues
Wrotedetailedtechnicaldocumentationaspartofknowledgetransferatendof
engagement
essStoryavailableuponrequest
PDFofAWSPartnerSucc
OtherProfessionalExperience
ScholarshipCohortMember,WomeninCybersecuritySeptember2022ΑJuly2023
ProgressedthroughfourtiersofcompetitionandstudyincludingCapturetheFlagactivities,
skillsassessments,andcertificationexams.AttendedSANSInstituteclassesandearnedthree
GIACcertifications:GFACT,GSECandGCIH.
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Owner,CopygirlProductions,LLCFebruary2004ΑPresent
ManagedITservices,socialmediaandmarketingconsulting,apparelprintingandembroidery,
printbroker,fundraiserandeventplanning.
Player/Logistics,MinnesotaVixenSeptember1999ΑJuly2023
Dutiesincludedwritingpressreleases,writinggamepreviewsandrecaps,webmaster,media
relations,marketing,sponsorshipfulfillment,gamedayoperations,travelcoordination,and
playingrunningback,safetyandmiddlelinebacker.Organizedand/orcoachedatteam
sponsoredfootballclinicsforyouthandadultsandmadepersonalappearancesateventssuch
astheMuscularDystrophyAssociationMinnesotaMuscleĻğƒƭannualgala.Createand
maintainworkschedulesforteamboothattheMinnesotaStateFairandmanageannualleague
registrationprocessforplayers.DesignandpurchaseTshirtsandothermerchandiseforteam
sales.Designandprintmarketingcollateral;makemediacontactsandscheduleVixen
promotionaleventsandappearancesthroughouttheTwinCitiesarea;managerecruitmentand
fundraisingeffortsfortheteam;worktopromotetheVixenasgreatentertainmentandan
affordable,funfamilyouting;createanddelivercorporatesponsorshipandadvertising
presentations.Asdirectorofoperationsin2003,Iplannedandexecutedathreegameseasonat
locationsinMinnesota,Indiana,andArizona.Ialsohaveservedastreasurerandpresidentof
theboardofdirectors,directorofmediaandmarketing,andwebmasterfortheteam.Iwas
electedcaptainbymypeersfortwoyearsandhavebeenappointedagamedaycaptainby
coachesinotherseasons.
BusinessInitiativesManager,RBCClearingandCustodyDecember2017ΑOctober2019
Increasedresponsibilitiesformanagingaportfolioofinitiativesandrepresentinginterestsofa
entsincludedimplementationofaselfservicepassword
singlebusinessline.Majorachievem
resetsystemthateliminatedtheneedforuserstotalktoahumantogetapasswordresetas
wellasoffhourstaffingneedstohandlethoserequests,aswellastheconversionfrom
WindowsXPto2007.
BusinessInitiativesRepresentative,RBCWealthManagementNov2013ΑDec2017
Projectmanager,businessanalystandsubjectmatterexpertontechnologyinitiativesfor
multiplebusinesslines.Broadexperienceintraining,changemanagement,software
development/enhancementandenduserexperiencerelatingtonewandexistingproductsand
services.
BusinessInitiativesProjectConsultant,RBCWealthManagementNov2012ΑNov2013
ProjectresourceandsubjectmatterexpertontechnologyandtrainingforRBC'sclearingand
custodybusiness.
Training&SupportConsultant,RBCAugust2010ΑNovember2012
WorkedinanationalcallcentertoprovidetechnologyandoperationsassistancetoRBC
CorrespondentServicesandPrivateClientGroupusers.Developedexpertiseinmorethan20
proprietaryandthirdpartyapplicationsandservices.
Sr.AdminAssistant,RBCCapitalMarketsDecember2007ΑAugust2010
SupportedmorethanadozenOperationsdepartmentheadsandmanagersandcoordinated
communicationsandeventsforapproximately400employees.Submittedexpensereports,
arrangedtravel,orderedofficesuppliesandmeals.Alsotaughtweeklongtrainingclassfornew
employeesoncepermonth.Designed,edited,anddistributedmonthlydepartmentnewsletter.
Overtime,developedmasteryofExcelandWord,withexpertlevelunderstandingof
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PowerPoint,Publisher,Access,andOutlook.Wasassignedtoseveraladhocprojectsacross
organization.
RegisteredSalesAssistant,WachoviaSecuritiesSeptember2002ΑApril2004
Operations,clientserviceandmarketingfortopratedfinancialadvisorteam.
SportsCopyEditor,St.PaulPioneerPress2000Α2002
Editedstoriesandwroteheadlinesformajormetropolitandailysportssection.Gatheredstories
fromAssociatedPressandothersourcesfordigestsofmainstreamsports(NBA,MLB,NFL,etc.).
Proofreadpagesforstyleandtypographicalcorrectness.Metdeadlinesformultipleeditions
nightly.
Education
NorthHennepinCommunityCollege
AssociateofArtsandSciencesΑComputerScience
WinonaStateUniversity
Coursework,Journalism
SaintağƩǤƭUniversity
Coursework,JournalismandComputerScience
Certification
TableauDesktopSpecialist
TableauServerArchitect
TableauServerAdministrator
DataDogTechnicalSpecialistI
AWSPartnerTechnicalAccreditation
GIACFoundationalCybersecurityTechnologies(GFACT)
GIACSecurityEssentials(GSEC)
GIACCertifiedIncidentHandler(GCIH)
2
CertifiedinCybersecurity(CC)through(ISC)
FormerFINRASeries7
FormerSeries66StateSecuritiesLawExam(MN)
FormerFINRASeries24
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To whom it may concern:
I am writing to formally announce my desire to serve the residents of Fridley Ward-1 as a
member of the City Council. My dedication to our city's progress and well-being compels me to
offer my capabilities and experience to enhance our community.
My engagement in civic duties has been a consistent thread throughout my life. In every state I
have lived in, I have participated in the electoral process as an election official, ensuring the
fairness and accessibility of voting. This experience has cultivated a strong sense of civic
responsibility and a deep respect for democratic processes. Since becoming a resident of
Fridley, I have participated in city and community organized events at our parks, fostering
connections and contributing to our city's vibrant community life.
In my professional capacity as the State Reporting Coordinator for Anoka Hennepin School
District, I manage intricate data systems and ensure compliance with state mandates. My role
necessitates meticulous attention to detail, maintaining data integrity, and navigating complex
regulatory landscapes. These skills translate directly to the responsibilities of a city council
member, where informed decision-making and adherence to regulations are paramount. I also
cultivate strong relationships with various departments and stakeholders, facilitating
collaboration and problem-solving across diverse groups.
I firmly believe my background and abilities would be a valuable asset to the City Council. I
excel at building consensus and fostering collaborative environments to achieve common
objectives. My aptitude for analysis and problem-solving, coupled with effective communication
and active listening skills, will enable me to contribute meaningfully to council deliberations. I
want to serve the Fridley community and understand the diverse needs of its residents.
I am eager to deepen my understanding of city operations and engage with my fellow citizens. I
am committed to representing their interests and enhancing public understanding of the City
Council's initiatives.
Thank you for your consideration. I welcome the opportunity to further discuss my qualifications
and my commitment to serving the City of Fridley.
Sincerely,
Katherine Grimm
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My candidacy for Fridley City Council, Ward 1, is grounded in a strong suite of qualifications. I
am a skilled communicator, capable of conveying complex information clearly and persuasively.
My analytical abilities enable me to dissect issues thoroughly and develop well-reasoned
solutions. I approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, focusing on practical and
effective outcomes. I possess a demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and collaboration, and
I understand the dynamics of navigating political environments. Above all, I am driven by a
genuine commitment to public service. As a resident of Ward 1, I am personally invested in
ensuring our community thrives, and I am ready to bring my skills and dedication to the City
Council.
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February 25, 2025
Fridley City Council
City of Fridley
6431 University Ave. NE
Fridley, MN 55432
Dear Members of the Fridley City Council,
I am writing to express my strong interest in serving as the Ward 1 representative of the Fridley City
Council. As a resident of Fridley, I am deeply committed to the well-being and growth of our
community. Over the years, I have been actively involved in various civic, professional, and
community activities, and I would be honored to contribute further by serving our community on
the City Council.
My education and life experiences have reinforced the importance of being engaged in local issues.
I.” I currently
engage with our community through serving as a parent volunteer for my
daughters Girl Scout Troop and the Frights Fastpitch 10U team. I believe serving on the City Council
would provide me with an opportunity to help shape a prosperous future for the residents of Fridley.
someone who can quickly assess complex issues, I would be able to jump into the work and
in both English and Spanish give
communities. Furthermore, my professional experiences in developing new roles and managing
multiple initiatives have equipped me with the skills to envision projects, identify challenges, and
build collaborative relationships to ensure success.
I am deeply invested in the economic prosperity of Fridley, ensuring that this is a community where
families continue to choose to live in. With a city like ours, we have the opportunities to continue to
grow engagement of small and large businesses, educational partners, city , and
residents to lead Fridley into the future. Through my engagement of my daughter in youth activities
there are members
from all of the amazing opportunities that are provided in Fridley.
I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the City Council and work alongside fellow
leaders to ensure Fridley continues to be a safe, thriving, and inclusive place for everyone. I would
be honored to serve the residents of Ward 1 and help guide our community toward a bright future.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I love living in Fridley and am so thankful that our family
found such an amazing place to put down roots. We have neighbors that want to get to know one
another and look out for one another. I look forward to the possibility of working together to make
Fridley an even better place to live.
Sincerely,
Ali Pickens-Opoku, M.A.
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Professional Experience
System Director for Strategic Enrollment Management March 2023 - Present
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities St. Paul, MN
Monitors national developments and effective practices in the strategic enrollment management field and
recommends effective/high impact practices in program content, operations and work procedures related to
strategic enrollment management so that programs throughout the system are operated with greater
effectiveness/efficiency and promote student access, success, inclusion, and equity
Provide leadership for identifying enrollment management reporting gaps with the Center for Data Access and
Analytics and develop recommendations for new data reports and predictive analytic tools to support strategic
enrollment management planning
Direct the development of a consistent planning data and information set that is compiled centrally and made
available to each campus on an annual basis. The data information includes: competitive market analysis, regional
workforce needs analysis, demographic and employment forecasts, and degree production across sectors
Collaborates with system office marketing and communications for the creation of system marketing and
promotion campaigns that are aligned with campus-based enrollment management messaging campaigns
Works closely with the associate vice chancellor of student affairs and enrollment management to implement
strategic enrollment management work plan initiatives
Provides advice, analysis, and support to the associate vice chancellor for the coordination of strategic enrollment
management legislative efforts
Provide leadership and serves as a resource for campus administrators and campus staff regarding strategic
enrollment management initiatives. Convenes an system-wide enrollment management community of practice
Develop and lead system-wide professional development seminars, training sessions for enrollment management
leadership on strategic enrollment management to support enrolment-forecasting, improvement of student
learning and student success strategies
Associate Dean of Enrollment Management July 2019 – March 2023
Century College White Bear Lake, MN
Provided leadership and management of, admissions, course placement, K12 and university partnerships,
advising, tutoring, disability services, student records, transfer student services, Trio Upward Bound, Trio
Educational Talent Search, LGBTQ services, and basic needs support
Implemented changes to the new student enrollment process that resulted in an increase of over 1,200 applications
between Fall 2019 to Fall 2022
Implemented campus-wide enrollment strategies to mitigate anticipated enrollment losses during the COVID-19
pandemic
Lead departments through equity review of services
Oversaw a budget of over $3 million annually
Lead campus efforts on partnerships with K-12 and Adult Basic Education
Collaborated throughout campus community on how to engage in enrollment management work
Evaluated processes and procedure to reduce barriers and increase success for diverse populations of students
Director of One Stop Services August 2017 - July 2019
ommunity & Technical College St. Paul, MN
Saint Paul College - A C
Provided leadership and management of the One Stop, encompassing admissions, financial aid, registration,
records, and photo ID, to over 25,000 guests/students annually, provided high quality, culturally relevant
customer service
Reviewed campus policies and practices to align with a new model for student services
Built the One Stop through a process of building buy-in throughout the campus community
Supervised a staff of 11 professional staff members (MAPE and AFSCME) and 6 para-professional staff
Implemented the International StudentServices program for the College
Managed departmental budget and contract negotiation
Served as a member of the College Leadership Team, providing feedback on campus-wide continuous improvement
Worked collaboratively with campus partners in both academic and student affairs to improve the recruitment and
retention of a diverse student body
Director of Student Conduct and Title IX Coordinator January 2016 - August 2017
Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College St. Paul, MN
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Provide leadership and management of the Code of Student Conduct, adjudicating all conduct cases
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Develop conduct policies and procedures, focusing on Implementing equitable andtransparent policies
Created and lead the Behavioral Intervention Team by collaborating with a cross-campus and cross-functional team of
professionals
Lead training for faculty and staff on issues of students in crisis
Mentor staff and faculty as they navigate through complex and/or ambiguous student issues
Serve as the Title IX Coordinator - overseeing gender-equity Inside and outsideof the student classroom experience
Managed departmental budget and contract negotiation
Trained and experienced 1B.1 and 1B.3 Investigator
Grant Management for grant activity within the Student Affairs division
InterimleadoftheEquityandInclusiontraininggroup - leading10professionalsthroughfacilitationskilldevelopment
training
Edit the College Catalog and Handbook, ensuring that the information provided to students is clear and consistent
Area Coordinator July 2014 – January 2016
St. Cloud State University, Department of Residential Life St. Cloud, MN
Supervised 4 professional staff and provided day-to-day guidance of the residential community
Served as a core member of the Retention Team –developing and implementing a comprehensive retention strategy
Developed and directed training for professional and para-professional staff to meet the needs of a diverse population
Facilitated training on issues of social justice and diversity for professional and para-professional staff
Executed crisis management protocol for community of over 2000, critically thinking through difficult situations
Served as a member of theSexual Assault Response Team and as a 1B.3 investigator
Interim Director of Residence Life December 2013 – July 2014
Augsburg College, Department of Residence Life Minneapolis, MN
Provided direct family outreach and communication in coordination with Student Affairs division and
Enrollment Management division
Assessed student satisfaction and learning outcomes guiding departmental restructuring, facilities upgrades, and
marketing techniques
Coordinated with Disability Services in providing accommodations for students with ranging services and needs
Provided oversight in 5.4 million revenue property management operation including rate development for Cabinet and
Trustee approval
Supervised 4 full-time employees in development of 5 residential communities and supervision of 45 student staff
Served as a College hearing officer coordinating caseloads and supervising hearing officer case management
Residence Hall Director January 2010 – July 2014
Augsburg College, Department of Residence Life Minneapolis, MN
Managed a community of over 300 diverse students, including mediating conflict between students and staff
Adjudicate student conduct exceeding 100 cases annually
Builtan inclusive learning community, supported by staff and programming to ensure that students from diverse
backgrounds are welcomed and supported during their academic program to support their retention and
persistence
Supervised, developed, and evaluated a student-staff of 15 students in a variety of roles
Oversaw $100,000 of budget allocations for department
Created follow-up plan for academic alerts after conducting research on student retention and success at institution
Produced advertisements as well as social media campaigns for community events and department initiatives
Developed, executed, and evaluated strengths-based student-staff training for staff in 7 different functional roles
Facilitated training on topics such as: student development, diversity, social justice, and team development
Created an innovative hybrid training program that combined on-line, in-class, and experiential learning that meets
learning outcomes of the department and prepares student workers to fully meets job expectations
Simultaneously executed and maintained departmental projects such as: Student-Staff Selection and Recruitment,
implementing inter-Group Dialogue; $20,000 Student-Staff Training program for 50 members; Longitudinal Planning
Other Positions: Summer Residential Program Coordinator May 2011 – August 2011
Residence Life Training Coordinator May 2012 - July 2014
Practicum Intern November 2012 – May 2013
Augsburg College, International Students and Scholars Services Minneapolis, MN
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Researched and recommended emerging admissions markets for undergraduate, and graduate program expansion
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Audited the experience of international students from admissions to alumni focusing on improvements for the College
Developed deeper working knowledge of F-1 and J-1 visa procedures
Study Abroad Program Co-Leader November 2010 – March 2011
Augsburg College, Augsburg Abroad San Salvador, El Salvador
Assisted professorfor ReligionandVocationinElSalvador inmanaging15studentparticipantsandgroupdynamics
Engaged with students around a curriculum focused on social justice issues in the Civil War in El Salvador
Counseledstudenttomakemeaningoftheirexperiencesabroad
Emerging Leaders Program Instructor August 2010 – July 2011
Augsburg College, Campus Activities and Orientation Minneapolis, MN
Created and taught the coursework for a 10-week leadership class for 25 students from diverse backgrounds
Implemented civic engagement requirement for course participants
Engrained concepts of social justice into the curriculum
Intern August 2009 – December 2009
Century College, Student Life and Leadership Development White Bear Lake, MN
Taught Freshman Year Seminar for 30 students and The Leadership Institute for 15 students with Associate Director
meeting the needs of both traditional-aged and adult learners
Co-Advised 20-member Student Senate and 10-member Planning Activities Committee
Created over 30 Leadership publications for student body ontopics such as ethics, mediation, and teamwork
Graduate Assistant August 2008 – May 2009
Ball State University, Multicultural Center Muncie, IN
Planned, advertised, and executed programs that focused on cultural and racial diversity throughout campus and in
residence halls
Wrote Cultural Times newsletter published 3 times a semester
Prepared annual Awards Banquet and “Celebration of Women in the Arts”
Travel Director December 2006 – July 2007
Nacel Open Door Student Exchange Saint Paul, MN
Oversaw travel for all J-1 and F-1 students in accordance with Department of State and CSIET regulations
Provided training to host families and students upon arrival and Initiation of the program
Supervised staff to assist the travel department
Previous Position: Program Assistant February 2005 – December 2006
Professional Activities
Campus Policy Committee, Century College
September 2022-March 2023
Assessment for Course Placement Committee, Century College
September 2021-March 2023
Drop Policy Workgroup –Minnesota State
September-December 2022
Petition Committee, Chair, Century College
September 2021-July 2022
AACRAO Essentials of Enrollment Management Course
Fall 2020
Saint Paul College Retention Team April 2017-July 2019
Luoma Leadership Academy/Chair Academy Graduate
July 2017-July2018
Higher Learning Commission Conference Attendee
April 2018
Equity Trainer, Saint Paul College August2016-July 2019
Member, Developmental Education Work Group, Minnesota State August 2016 -August 2017
Presenter, Conduct Summit, Minnesota State
June 2017
Member, Ramsey CountySexual AssaultProtocol Team, Saint Paul College
January 2016- August 2017
Mentor, Scholastic Connection, Augsburg College
October 2012 - May 2015
Green Dot, Sexual Violence Prevention Team, AugsburgCollege July 2012 - July 2014
Anti-Racist Working Group, AugsburgCollege June2010–July 2014
Creating an Inclusive Campus Conference Planning Committee, Augsburg College Spring 2011
College American College Personnel Association,Institute on Social Justice
November 2010
October 2010
OvercomingRacism Conference, FacilitatingRacialEquality Collaborative
May 2010
Training the Trainer: FacilitatingCultural Change, One Umah Consulting
Intercultural DevelopmentInventory Participation April 2010
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