Kerry Partridge
Wright City,OK
Summary
Driven Organizational Development Specialist with a proven track record at Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering diversity. Skilled in conflict management and process optimization, successfully managed change projects and improved organizational culture, demonstrating accountability and effective communication. Achieved significant, sustainable growth through collaborative initiatives and strategic solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Organizational Development Specialist
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
12.2022 - Current
- Optimized workflow processes by identifying inefficiencies and recommending process improvements that increased operational efficiency.
- Championed organizational diversity and inclusion initiatives to create a more inclusive and collaborative work environment.
- Assessed organizational culture to identify areas for improvement, implementing tailored solutions for sustainable growth.
- Managed large-scale change projects to support strategic business objectives, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal disruption to daily operations.
Juvenile Probation Worker
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Conduct intakes with accused juveniles, their parents, and attorneys
- Collaborate with Lighthorse (Tribal Police) and other outside law enforcement agencies
- Make recommendations and collaborate with Tribal Prosecutor to carry out recommendations
- Install ankle monitors, issue and sync portable breathalyzers
- Monitor juvenile's behaviors, academics, counseling attendance, and conduct home visits/check-ins
- Attend all court proceedings regarding juveniles and prepare detailed reports for Judicial Review
Social Worker (Children & Family Services)
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
04.2018 - 05.2021
- Collaborate with referring agencies: Indian Child Welfare (ICW) and Department of Human Services (DHS)
- Conduct intakes with families, perform home safety check, and gather identification documents
- Monitor all aspects of family dynamics, employment, behaviors, counseling services, etc.
- Assist with bill pay, clothing for children, groceries, beds for children, etc.
- Document all exchanges- in person, text messaging, or phone call
Education
Eastern Oklahoma State College
Wilburton, OKSoutheastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OKSkills
Customer-focused
Accountable
Conflict Manager
Communicator
Collaborator
Instills Trust
Self-Aware
Adaptable
Certification
Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt)
Triple P Parenting Certification
Parents as Teachers (PAT) Cert
Certified Occupancy Specialist
Korn Ferry Leadership Architect
Workplace Fundamentals (CNO)
Building Relationships (CNO)
Business Acumen (CNO)
Toksalechi (CNO)
Association for Talent Development
HR Certification- Recruiting
Priority & Task Management Cert
Choctaw University (CNO)
American Staffing Assoc. Corporate Recruiting Cert
Conferences Attended:
National Native American HR Association (NNAHRA)
Crimes Against Children
National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA)
Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association (OICWA)
Timeline
Organizational Development Specialist
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
12.2022 - Current
Juvenile Probation Worker
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
05.2021 - 12.2022
Social Worker (Children & Family Services)
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
04.2018 - 05.2021
Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt)
Triple P Parenting Certification
Parents as Teachers (PAT) Cert
Certified Occupancy Specialist
Korn Ferry Leadership Architect
Workplace Fundamentals (CNO)
Building Relationships (CNO)
Business Acumen (CNO)
Toksalechi (CNO)
Association for Talent Development
HR Certification- Recruiting
Priority & Task Management Cert
Choctaw University (CNO)
American Staffing Assoc. Corporate Recruiting Cert
Conferences Attended:
National Native American HR Association (NNAHRA)
Crimes Against Children
National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA)
Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association (OICWA)
Eastern Oklahoma State College
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
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