Rhonda Head
Hillsboro
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Office & Recruitment Manager
Oregon State University – Division of Educational Ventures
12.2024 - Current
- Leading division-wide full-cycle recruitment; serving as HR liaison and guiding hiring managers in equitable, policy-compliant recruitment and onboarding practices.
- Coordination of search processes, including job postings, candidate communication, interview scheduling, and onboarding documentation.
- Development and delivery of HR trainings on OSU search procedures, inclusive hiring practices, and onboarding protocols; maintain orientation materials and guidelines.
- Oversight of office operations, facilities coordination, ergonomic support, and IT needs including telecommunications and hardware procurement.
- Planning and management of event logistics, including venue coordination, catering, technology, and vendor partnerships.
- Management of student employment processes; advise supervisors on policies, performance management, and payroll procedures.
- Maintaining personnel records and search documentation with confidentiality and accuracy; generate HR reports for leadership.
- Serving on internal committees and maintaining OSU Search Advocate certification to support inclusive recruitment.
- Supervision of two administrative specialists and management of front desk operations, including student employees, ensuring smooth day-to-day functionality and excellent service.
- Acting as delegate for the Business Operations Manager, managing HR and operational functions in their absence.
Operations Coordinator
Oregon State University – Student Experiences & Engagement (SEE)
07.2018 - 12.2024
- Provided broad operational, administrative, and program support across SEE departments, aligning processes with OSU policies and SEE’s mission.
- Developed and streamlined internal procedures and workflows, improving cross-departmental efficiency through systems thinking and technology.
- Served as primary liaison to HR, maintenance, fiscal services, and other university departments.
- Led recruitment and onboarding efforts for new professional and student staff; provided orientation and onboarding support.
- Created and maintained an online inventory management system for SEE program and event supplies.
- Responded to a wide range of stakeholder inquiries, providing guidance on SEE services and OSU resources.
- Managed budgets, processed purchases and invoices, and reconciled credit card expenses.
- Supervised and mentored student employees, fostering growth and accountability.
- Planned and executed event logistics, including vendor coordination and setup.
- Provided administrative support for travel arrangements, reimbursements, supply ordering, videoconferencing, and IT coordination.
- Regularly used software such as Microsoft Office, BennyBuy, Benny Hire, Canvas, DocuSign, CORE, Zoom, Qualtrics, Ideal-Logic, Box, Adobe Suite, and Google Suite.
Education
B.S. - Arts & Letters
Portland State University
05.2026
Skills
- Project management
- Communication
- Organization
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Onboarding, training, and development
- Recruitment and hiring
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center Feminist of Achievement Award, 2023
- Student Affairs Leadership Institute Graduate, 2023
- OSU Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life Faculty Member of the Year, 2024
Timeline
Office & Recruitment Manager
Oregon State University – Division of Educational Ventures
12.2024 - Current
Operations Coordinator
Oregon State University – Student Experiences & Engagement (SEE)
07.2018 - 12.2024
B.S. - Arts & Letters
Portland State University
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