Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline

Dr. Juanita Ybarra-Rodriguez

Weslaco ISD
Linn,TX
14
years of professional experience

Accomplished HR professional skilled in driving employee engagement initiatives and leading recruitment strategies. Known for implementing effective policies that enhance organizational culture and compliance, ready to make a significant impact in educational leadership.

Work History

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

3 Years 10 Months
Weslaco ISD | 11.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to align with district core values and strategic plan
  • · Direct and monitor employee performance appraisal system
  • · Ensure district compliance with federal and state laws and regulations
  • Collaborated with district leadership on recruitment and retention strategies with right size staffing
  • · Administration of district’s compensation program to include salary administration and placement of new hires
  • Implement procedures to ensure employees are informed of personnel policies, procedures, and programs that affect them (Title IX Coordinator)

Asst. Superintendent for H R/Student Services

3 Years 3 Months
Mercedes ISD | 08.2019 - 11.2022
  • Development and implementation of employee compensation plan
  • Implementation of employee recruitment and district staffing
  • Proactive role in identifying and responding to employee issues
  • Administration of the employee grievance procedure adopted by the board of trustees
  • Administration of Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook
  • Maintenance of district policies and procedures

Human Resources Director

6 Years 7 Months
Donna ISD | 01.2013 - 08.2019
  • Directed employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive workplace environment and enhancing retention rates.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes, improving candidate experience with onboarding.
  • Oversaw performance management systems, aligning individual goals with district objectives for increased productivity.
  • Led development and implementation of HR policies to enhance organizational culture and compliance.
  • Implemented training programs focused on professional development and compliance with state regulations.
  • Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.

Education

Doctorate - Educational Leadership

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Edinburg, TX | 10-2025

MBA - Business Administration

University of Texas Pan American | Edinburg, TX | 05-1997

Skills

Policy implementation
Leadership
Conflict resolution
Safety oversight
Quality assurance
Field coordination
Employee engagement
Effective Communication
Professional development

Accomplishments

  • President-Valley Association of School Business Officials
  • RTSBA-Registered Texas School Business Administrator
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Timeline

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

Weslaco ISD
11.2022 - CurrentRead More

Asst. Superintendent for H R/Student Services

Mercedes ISD
08.2019 - 11.2022Read More

Human Resources Director

Donna ISD
01.2013 - 08.2019Read More

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Doctorate from Educational Leadership
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University of Texas Pan American

MBA from Business Administration
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Dr. Juanita Ybarra-Rodriguez