James Stafford

James Stafford is a seasoned payroll and human resources professional with extensive experience in managing payroll and benefits functions across various sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Payroll Specialist at Chesterfield County Public Schools since March 2024, James has previously held roles such as Payroll Supervisor at the Virginia Department of Corrections and Payroll & Benefits Coordinator at Roots Natural Kitchen. Prior to these positions, James worked as a Personnel & Benefits Administrator at Carter Myers Automotive, and served as the Human Resources, Payroll & Finance Manager at Fluvanna County Public Schools. Early in their career, James gained significant project management experience at both Capital One Financial Corporation and Verizon Communications, where James executed high-impact projects, managed large departmental budgets, and contributed to substantial cost savings. James holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Virginia Tech.