Senior Research & Data Analytics Leader | Higher Education Instructor
I specialize in predictive analytics—interpreting complex datasets to identify trends, draw causal inferences, and deliver actionable recommendations. Grounded in advanced methodology from my M.A. in Psychological Research at California State University, Long Beach, I bring over 19 years of progressive experience in data modeling, program evaluation, and strategic research. Today, I direct a high-performing research team at the County of Orange Social Services Agency, while continuing to pass on this passion by teaching statistics and experimental psychology at Orange Coast College.
In my progression from Research Analyst IV to Administrator managing a dedicated research team at the Social Services Agency (SSA), I collaborate with division leaders to drive strategic planning and program evaluation. Utilizing advanced SQL, I extract and synthesize multi-million-row datasets to perform complex statistical analyses and predictive modeling grounded in rigorous scientific methodology. By translating multi-variable data into interactive Power BI dashboards, ArcGIS spatial maps, and comprehensive reports, I deliver clear, actionable insights to executive leadership and county administrators. Through persuasive cross-division advocacy, I align research initiatives with Federal, State, and County mandates, ensuring data-driven decision-making shapes agency policy and service delivery.
As an Adjunct Professor at Orange Coast College (OCC), I teach statistical analysis and research methods to undergraduate statistics and transfer psychology students. I take a hands-on approach to instruction, guiding students through the complete empirical research lifecycle: designing experimental studies for hypothesis testing, conducting academic literature reviews, analyzing data in SPSS and Excel, and interpreting complex statistical outputs. Through this rigorous curriculum, students master the ability to communicate scientific findings effectively through formal research proposals, APA-style reports, and professional presentations.
From my Master’s thesis research to directing a $1.3 million longitudinal safety study at the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF), I have maintained a proven track record of designing, executing, and presenting complex research from inception through final analysis. My graduate training provided a deep foundation in multivariate statistics and data management, which I applied at MSF to assess curriculum safety impact while supporting broader stakeholder objectives.
Across these initiatives, my technical responsibilities encompass designing custom survey instruments, leading analytical teams, building web portals for participant recruitment, and performing complex data modeling in SQL Developer, Power BI, SPSS, Power Query, and Excel. Complementing my analytical background, my dual Bachelor’s degrees in English and Psychology equip me with a distinct communication advantage—allowing me to translate intricate statistical findings into clear, compelling reports and executive briefings tailored for both technical specialists and non-technical stakeholders.
Consequently, I excel in autonomous environments—whether managing complex research initiatives, leading teams, or instructing in the classroom—where procedures are undefined and require strategic problem-solving. Throughout my career, I have been deeply involved in every stage of the data lifecycle: gathering, analyzing, visualizing, and presenting complex datasets using industry-standard tools such as SQL Developer, SPSS, Power BI, ArcGIS, Power Query, and Excel.
Finally, my analytical toolkit is backed by modern survey technology and web development capabilities. I leverage platforms such as Qualtrics and SurveyMonkey for digital data collection, alongside HTML5, CSS3, and Microsoft Office for web and office automation. This portfolio website itself serves as a direct demonstration of my custom web design and coding capabilities.
