Renee Woolford
Lancaster
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle processes, and cross-departmental operations in higher education. Skilled in coordinating hiring workflows, managing compliance documentation, supporting accreditation requirements, and serving as a primary liaison between HR, Finance, Facilities, and academic leadership. Known for strong organization, communication, and the ability to streamline administrative processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Program Coordinator
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
12.2024 - Current
- Manage onboarding for student assistants, faculty, and staff, ensuring completion of hiring paperwork, system access, compliance requirements, and orientation support.
- Spearheaded employee relations initiatives, acting as the central advisor for staff concerns to foster a positive and productive work environment.
- Serve as a key liaison between HR, Finance, Facilities, Clinical Affairs, faculty, and students to resolve administrative issues and maintain smooth departmental operations.
- Oversee the Department Chair’s calendar, coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and track follow-up actions to support leadership effectiveness.
- Coordinate department-wide meetings, retreats, and events, including logistics, communication, and materials.
- Support accreditation processes by organizing documentation, tracking compliance deadlines, and maintaining accurate records for review cycles.
- Identify workflow improvements and enhance communication channels across academic and administrative teams.
Program Assistant
Continuing Dental Education, University at Buffalo
09.2019 - 12.2024
- Supported HR processes by onboarding State and UBF employees, preparing payroll paperwork, and ensuring compliance with hiring and employment procedures.
- Coordinated instructor and staff logistics, including honorariums, travel arrangements, reimbursements, and contract-related documentation.
- Managed registration, payments, and participant communication for high-volume continuing education programs.
- Assisted with marketing and advertising for CE courses, ensuring accurate information and timely updates.
- Collaborated with faculty, administrators, and external partners to support program delivery and operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Tourism Management
Niagara University
Lewiston, NYSkills
- Employee relations support
- HRIS systems
- Payroll and timekeeping support
- Payroll and timekeeping
- Administrative support
Timeline
Senior Program Coordinator
University at Buffalo
12.2024 - Current
Program Assistant
Continuing Dental Education, University at Buffalo
09.2019 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Tourism Management
Niagara University
Previous Work History
Previous employment available upon request.