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KRISTEN MORALES

Grants Pass

Summary

Results-driven professional with 10 years of combined experience in project coordination, administrative leadership, and higher education support. Skilled in managing projects, budgets, and teams in service and higher education settings. Demonstrated success in supporting cross-functional projects, streamlining processes, and facilitating data-driven decision-making. Recognized for innovation, collaborative teamwork, and dedication to institutional excellence.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant to the Dean of Curriculum & Academic Support

Rogue Community College
12.2023 - Current
  • Managed multiple department budgets, initiated transfers, and supported grant activities and program compliance efforts.
  • Collaborated with faculty and leadership to implement SIS transitions and lead cross-departmental initiatives related to scheduling, curriculum changes, and reporting.
  • Supported special projects focused on space utilization and student success by drafting compliance-driven reports and documentation.
  • Oversaw curriculum scheduling and textbook adoption processes in alignment with federal guidelines and institutional deadlines.
  • Maintained partnerships with educational and industry stakeholders to support program delivery and outreach.
  • Coordinated credit and non-credit department scheduling timelines using Jenzabar, 25Live, Acalog, and Excel.
  • Handled travel, reimbursements, and professional development requests for Management, Classified staff, and Faculty.
  • Monitored and maintained annual workload forms and part-time contracts for full-time and adjunct faculty.
  • Created and maintained administrative guides and procedures to improve operational accuracy and efficiency.
  • Consolidated ad coordinated peer feedback from committees for Annual Degree Plans (ADP) and Comprehensive Program Reviews (CPR).
  • Actively contributed to committee work focused on Outcomes and Assessment (OAC), Curriculum and Academic Standards (CASC), Data Governance, Academic Training Council (ATC), Industry Advisory Committees, and General Education initiatives.

Instructional Systems Specialist

Rogue Community College
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Streamlined LMS use and played a key role in building the automation of program assessment tools using Smartsheet and Power BI.
  • Contributed to annual program review data and analysis, supporting outcomes and accreditation cycle.
  • Led redesign of department websites for accessibility and engagement.
  • Supported training development for Weave, Blackboard, and Smartsheet.
  • Supported faculty use of learning management systems. Including Blackboard, Panopto, Smartsheet.
  • Extracted data from Power BI for use in department Annual Learning Improvement Plans (ALIP) reporting processes
  • Researched and presented current trends and data for standard General Education requirements.

Project Estimation

Kitch Canna, LLC
07.2018 - 05.2022
  • Created Excel tools for cost estimation and project tracking.
  • Worked with subcontractors and stakeholders to scope and price projects.
  • Managed timelines and budgeting.
  • Supervised as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.

Shift Leader

Carls Jr.
06.2013 - 05.2018
  • Supervised staff and resolved customer service concerns.
  • Trained team members and ensured effective shift coverage.
  • Maintained smooth daily operations and resource inventory.
  • Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR
06-2025

Certificate - Business Analytics (CBA)

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR
06-2025

Certificate - Business Information Specialist (CPC)

Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR
06-2023

Skills

    Leadership and Project Management

  • Interdepartmental coordination
  • Project coordination and implementation
  • Process improvement
  • Budget oversight

    • Data and Technology Tools

  • Learning Management Systems (Blackboard, Panopto)
  • Institutional planning & Information Systems (Jenzabar, 25Live, Acalog, eCampus, Smarsheet)
  • Microsoft Excel & Power BI

    • Higher Education and Program Administration

  • Curriculum development and scheduling (credit/non-credit)
  • Accreditation support and compliance
  • Student success initiatives
  • Partnerships with community/industry

Awards

  • 2025 Classified Employee of the Year – Rogue Community College
  • 2025 Team Innovation of the Year – “EMT Education at Redwood Campus”
  • 2024 Team Innovation of the Year – “An Innovative Approach to Outcomes and Assessment”

Timeline

Assistant to the Dean of Curriculum & Academic Support

Rogue Community College
12.2023 - Current

Instructional Systems Specialist

Rogue Community College
07.2022 - 12.2023

Project Estimation

Kitch Canna, LLC
07.2018 - 05.2022

Shift Leader

Carls Jr.
06.2013 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management

Southern Oregon University

Certificate - Business Analytics (CBA)

Southern Oregon University

Certificate - Business Information Specialist (CPC)

Rogue Community College

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