Dynamic leader with proven organizational skills and a commitment to community service. Experienced in mentoring youth on fiscal responsibility, public speaking, and health and wellness. Eager to contribute to a sorority dedicated to impactful outreach and education.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retired Deputy Director Virology/ImmunologyUnits
Ga Public Health Laboratory
Decatur, GA
06.1985 - 06.2024
Established operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations.
Recruited, trained, supervised, coached and evaluated personnel.
Facilitated dispute resolution among team members as needed.
Collaborated with other departments to identify areas for improvement and implement change.
Prepared reports detailing activities of the department for senior management review.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding operations.
Directed staff in the accomplishment of organizational objectives.
Manager Immunology Unit
Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
Conducted performance reviews for team members.
Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
Ensured compliance with all applicable state licensure regulations and CLIA regulations.
Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
Associate Manager Immunology
Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, vacation requests, and weekly timesheets.
Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to ensure satisfactory job performance.
Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the unit.
Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly.
Reviewed procedures yearly and updated as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Natural Science Conc Health Science
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA
05-1982
Skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Effective communication
Time management
Vendor relations
Problem solving
Project Management
Affiliations
Pickleball
Traveling
Reading
Spending time with grandchildren
Certification
ASCP Certified Microbiologist
Accomplishments
Spelman College Honor Roll and Dean's List 81-82
Volunteer Work
Teach pickle ball basics to the Atlanta Public After School Program 2024-2025.
Volunteer with the food pantry and Health Wellness Committee through Impact's 501 C3
Volunteered with Hank Stewart Youth Foundation. Participated in career days,public speaking workshops,and financial literacy workshops.
Served as a Girl Scout Leader for over 10 years.
Served as First Lady with my husband Pastor Harold V. Kilgour from 2002-2015.
Served as Youth Coordinator for China Grove MBC conducted workshops,field trips, and held youth conferences. Visited nursing homes during holidays with gifts for the residents.
Volunteered with NAACP phone bank to ensure voters know their rights and are registered to vote.
Volunteered with Dr's Joe Forty Day Turn-up as a Health Coach for 11 ladies. This is a transformational weight loss program.
Timeline
Retired Deputy Director Virology/ImmunologyUnits
Ga Public Health Laboratory
06.1985 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Natural Science Conc Health Science
NA at PIHOA Public Health Fellowship Program – American Samoa Department of Health (Laboratory Division)NA at PIHOA Public Health Fellowship Program – American Samoa Department of Health (Laboratory Division)
COVID-19 Response Case Investigator (Remote) at Ga Department Of Public HealthCOVID-19 Response Case Investigator (Remote) at Ga Department Of Public Health