LIZETTE HENDERSON
Upland,CA
Summary
Experienced director specializing in strategic planning and team leadership. Proven track record of driving growth through effective operational strategies and strong professional relationships. Skilled in problem solving, decision making, and communication, influencing key stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Acting Director – Career Center
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented career center strategy enhancing student professional success through targeted programs and services.
- Directed staff in setting goals, objectives, policies, and work standards for career center operations.
- Established partnerships with faculty and organizations to innovate career programs, increasing engagement and student opportunities.
- Coordinated efforts among credit and noncredit staff to support internships and employment pathways, improving alignment with student career goals.
- Created and evaluated equity-focused career plans leveraging best practices for underserved populations.
- Formulated marketing strategies for career center events utilizing publications and digital platforms.
- Prioritized initiatives based on specific academic program needs in collaboration with faculty and deans.
- Managed departmental budgets and resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency.
Special Project Manager – Human Resources / Professional & Organizational Development / Employee Counseling Center (ECC)
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
04.2019 - 03.2025
- Directed employee goals and policies related to professional development, aligning with the California Community College Chancellor’s Office initiatives.
- Established and fostered diversity, equity, and inclusion practices through emotional intelligence training, enhancing workplace culture and engagement.
- Addressed gaps in access to mental health support and professional development initiatives.
- Developed partnerships with external agencies for enhanced career development opportunities at Mt. SAC.
- Managed day-to-day assignments for a team of 10 employees, including evaluations and project oversight.
- Oversaw budget implementation and management of categorical funding exceeding $500,000, ensuring compliance.
- Created marketing campaigns for the employee counseling center, utilizing promotional videos and specialized training to increase awareness and utilization of services.
- Designed and implemented web-based software platforms for HR and the employee counseling center.
Field Representative - Speakers Office
California State Legislature
Los Angeles, California
01.2009 - 05.2014
- Facilitated communication between constituency groups, government agencies, community stakeholders, and constituent groups.
- Represented the 53rd and 41st assembly districts at community events and policy discussions.
- Coordinated committee hearings and stakeholder meetings to enhance collaboration.
- Planned, organized, and promoted events involving various government levels, municipalities, and contractors.
- Executed administrative tasks to safeguard state political interests.
- Prepared government briefs, talking points, correspondence, and agendas using diverse technical platforms.
- Managed budget forecasts for project planning initiatives to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Maintained sensitive files and case records per California record-keeping policies.
Education
Master of Arts - Leadership
Claremont Graduate School
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of La Verne
Skills
- Budget Management
- Marketing Strategy
- Partnership Building
- Staff Management
- Equity-focused Planning
- Digital Marketing
- Diversity Initiatives
- Professional Development
- Emotional Intelligence
- Team Leadership
- Program Management
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
The Association of Chief Human Resource Officers (ACHRO)
California Community College System
California Community College System
Accomplishments
International Business Honor Society
Beta Gamma Sigma
Beta Gamma Sigma
Timeline
Acting Director – Career Center
Mt. San Antonio College
03.2025 - Current
Special Project Manager – Human Resources / Professional & Organizational Development / Employee Counseling Center (ECC)
Mt. San Antonio College
04.2019 - 03.2025
Field Representative - Speakers Office
California State Legislature
01.2009 - 05.2014
Master of Arts - Leadership
Claremont Graduate School
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of La Verne