Stacey U. Wilkerson
Farmville,VA
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in managing executive operations and driving strategic initiatives. Adept at fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Known for reliability in adapting to dynamic needs and skilled in project management and communication. Ready to leverage these strengths to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Staff
Inclusive Strategy and Excellence, Virginia Tech
12.2019 - Current
- Attended meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
- Supervised staff and participated in hiring, training and performance evaluations to establish and enforce policies and procedures for business functions.
- Aligned departmental goals with overall company vision, ensuring cohesive progress towards shared objectives.
- Optimized organizational structures, leading to increased efficiency and better resource allocation.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for direct reports, providing constructive feedback for continuous professional growth.
- Performed financial and managerial analyses to evaluate data and make recommendations, prepare financial reports and projections and conduct presentations.
Adjunct Faculty, Department of Education and Counseling
Longwood University
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Strengthened curriculum design by collaborating with faculty and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
- Instructed graduate courses in Counselor Education (College Student Development Services and Grief, Loss, and Trauma Counseling).
Graduate Assistant to Office for Inclusion and Diversity
Virginia Tech
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided administrative support for university visits with Virginia’s Tribal Nations, Life Sciences Mentoring Program, Future Faculty Diversity Program, and general office duties.
- Aided in data collection process and coded data for strategic planning process for the university.
- Prepared data visualizations and written findings for recurring themes and concepts.
Project Manager for Black College Institute Leadership Program
Virginia Tech
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Successfully developed and managed summer residential leadership experiences for high school students interested in the African American experience, computed and forecasted budgets, evaluated admissions applications, solved problems, and coordinated logistical details.
- Served as Co-PI, drafted, and managed IRB proposals for research studies relevant to the program.
Graduate Assistant for Outreach and International Affairs
Virginia Tech
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Served as program coordinator for Lifelong Learning Institute, a community program for adult learners.
- Completed projects as assigned by Associate Vice President for Engagement including research, conference and award submissions, and powerpoint presentations.
Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Longwood University
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Met with complainants and respondents about Title IX procedures (e.g. Investigation findings, rights and responsibilities, resources, university and criminal processes, and appeals process)Participated in administrative hearings related to sexual misconduct policy.
- Served as member of University Title IX Committee.
- Reviewed and consulted on on-going management of all Title IX cases.
Title IX Investigator
Longwood University
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses and documented investigative findings.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Presented findings to hearing boards.
Director of First Year Experience and Family Programs
Longwood University
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Developed and directed orientation programs for 1100 first year, 200 transfer, and 50 readmitted students based on evidence-based practices, retention initiatives, personal and academic success models.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Led opening logistics team responsible for the opening of the university in fall and spring semesters.
- Reconciled and submitted annually performance outcomes and data needed for SACSCOC accreditation process.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Higher Education
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2022
Master of Science - Community and College Counseling
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05.1993
Associate of Arts and Sciences -
Southside Virginia Community College
Keysville, VA08.1991
Skills
- Inclusive leadership
- Meeting facilitation
- Executive support
- Influencing skills
- Detailed report writing
- Human resources management
- Academic research
- Strong problem solver
Certification
- Inclusive Workplace, 2023
- Inclusive Climate, 2023
- Certified Professional, Society for Human Resources Management, 2023
- Diversity Advocate for Searches, 2021
- Trauma Informed Listening, 2016
- Civil Rights Investigator Training, 2015
Previous Work History 2015 to 2002
Additional work history is available upon request.
Timeline
Chief of Staff
Inclusive Strategy and Excellence, Virginia Tech
12.2019 - Current
Adjunct Faculty, Department of Education and Counseling
Longwood University
01.2019 - 01.2021
Graduate Assistant to Office for Inclusion and Diversity
Virginia Tech
01.2017 - 01.2019
Project Manager for Black College Institute Leadership Program
Virginia Tech
01.2017 - 01.2019
Graduate Assistant for Outreach and International Affairs
Virginia Tech
01.2016 - 01.2017
Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Longwood University
01.2015 - 01.2016
Title IX Investigator
Longwood University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Director of First Year Experience and Family Programs
Longwood University
01.2013 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Community and College Counseling
Longwood University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Longwood University
Associate of Arts and Sciences -
Southside Virginia Community College
- Inclusive Workplace, 2023
- Inclusive Climate, 2023
- Certified Professional, Society for Human Resources Management, 2023
- Diversity Advocate for Searches, 2021
- Trauma Informed Listening, 2016
- Civil Rights Investigator Training, 2015
Doctor of Philosophy - Higher Education
Virginia Tech
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