KELLI R. WRIGHT
Cincinnati,Ohio
Summary
Strategic Human Resources and Public Administration professional with more than 20 years of progressive experience in municipal and county government. Extensive expertise in civil service administration, labor relations, workforce planning, compliance, and organizational leadership. Trusted advisor to executive leadership with demonstrated success aligning human capital strategy with operational priorities. Recognized for strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and the capacity to improve systems while mitigating risk.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Human Resources Analyst
City of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2018 - Current
- Lead strategic partnerships with HR Business Partners and executive leadership across citywide departments.
- Provide authoritative interpretation of HR policies, Civil Service Rules, Administrative Regulations, Ohio Revised Code, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
- Direct workforce analytics, trend reporting, and data-driven recommendations to executive leadership.
- Oversee classification and compensation studies, recruitment strategies, and equitable hiring practices.
- Advise on organizational restructuring, workforce optimization, and succession planning initiatives.
- Provide oversight of Employee & Labor Relations matters including EEO, ADA, FMLA, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
- Supervise HR staff including performance management, coaching, and professional development.
- Represent Central HR before the Civil Service Commission and oversee administration of civil service examinations.
- Develop and recommend strategies for grievances, arbitration, and collective bargaining negotiations.
- Direct preparation of annual Civil Service Commission reports and ensure compliance with state reporting requirements.
- Draft and review ordinances and legislative proposals for Council approval.
- Oversee HRIS governance, onboarding compliance, payroll reporting, and public records administration.
Docket Office Supervisor
Hamilton County Domestic Relations Court
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed daily operations of the Domestic Relations Court Docket Office.
- Provided HR compliance and administrative leadership support to Court Administration.
- Supervised staffing, recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations matters (ADA, FMLA, EEO, benefits).
- Assisted in development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Served as liaison between Judges, Magistrates, internal divisions, and external stakeholders.
- Supported CMS system enhancements and operational process improvements.
- Coordinated judicial hearing schedules and case flow management.
Court Specialist II
Hamilton County Public Defender Office
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Oversaw Municipal Arraignment Court operations.
- Managed docket preparation and ensured appropriate staffing coverage.
- Reviewed legal filings for completeness and compliance.
- Assigned felony attorneys and documented proceedings in CMS.
- Resolved operational challenges and trained new Court Specialists.
Administrative Specialist
Hamilton County Public Defender Office
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Prepared legal motions, client correspondence, and court filings.
- Conducted income qualification interviews and conflict checks.
- Managed attorney caseload reports and case file systems.
- Trained attorneys on workflow procedures and administrative processes.
- Coordinated with judges, assignment office, and sheriff’s department.
Customer Service Specialist
Hamilton County Recorder’s Office
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2002 - 01.2012
- Processed and reviewed legal real estate documents for compliance.
- Managed land records data entry and public transactions.
- Resolved recording discrepancies for attorneys and external customers.
- Coordinated front office operations and customer service functions.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Xavier University, Williams College of Business
Cincinnati, Ohio12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Xavier University, Williams College of Business
Cincinnati, Ohio05.
Notary Public -
State of Ohio
OhioSkills
- Strategic Human Capital Leadership
- Employee & Labor Relations
- Employment Law & Regulatory Compliance
- Workforce Planning & Compensation Strategy
- Data Analytics & Workforce Metrics
- Organizational Development & Change Management
- Executive Communication & Public Representation
- HR Operations & Systems Governance
- Policy Development & Legislative Administration
Affiliations
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. – Member
- Xavier University Executive MBA Advisory Board – Member
Certification
- Leadership for Results Certificate – Hamilton County HRD (2013)
- United Way Fundraising Coordinator – City of Cincinnati HR Department (2018)
- Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion – Train the Trainer Program (2019)
- Ohio State Employment Relations Board (SERB) Academy (2019)
- Board Orientation + Leadership Development (BOLD 11) (2022)
- City of Cincinnati Leadership Training (2023)
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Analyst
City of Cincinnati
01.2018 - Current
Docket Office Supervisor
Hamilton County Domestic Relations Court
01.2016 - 01.2018
Court Specialist II
Hamilton County Public Defender Office
01.2013 - 01.2016
Administrative Specialist
Hamilton County Public Defender Office
01.2012 - 01.2013
Customer Service Specialist
Hamilton County Recorder’s Office
01.2002 - 01.2012
Master of Business Administration -
Xavier University, Williams College of Business
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Xavier University, Williams College of Business
Notary Public -
State of Ohio