City of Lakeland
Kathe Sandoval is a skilled Human Resources professional with extensive experience in employee engagement, development, and organizational culture. Currently serving as a Human Resources Specialist at the City of Lakeland, Kathe contributes to talent management strategies, program design, and coaching for professional growth. Previous roles include Human Resources Generalist and Senior Human Resources Coordinator positions, where Kathe facilitated recruiting, onboarding, and training initiatives and supported employee recognition programs. An active participant in continuous improvement efforts, Kathe holds certifications from Development Dimensions International and True Colors International and is pursuing a PhD in Organizational Leadership. Educational credentials include an MBA in Human Resources Management and a BA in Management, further underscored by military service in the United States Air Force.
City of Lakeland
VISION Lakeland - a vibrant, innovative, culturally inclusive world-class community. MISSION A community working together to achieve an exceptional quality of life. VALUES Social Responsibility - We will enhance the quality of life for all citizens through partnerships and programs that embrace cultural diversity, safety and community involvement. Leadership - We will lead by example, learn from the past, provide direction for the present, and plan for the future. Integrity - We will conduct ourselves in an honest and ethical manner to earn the trust of employees and citizens. Commitment to Excellence - We will achieve measurable success and continuous improvement through investment of resources, a focus on efficiency and accountability, and high expectations for quality. Empowered Workforce - We will cultivate a work environment which offers the employee the authority to act through supportive leadership, mutual respect, trust, personal responsibility and open communications. Diversity - We will utilize our ethnic, cultural, gender, and experiential differences to encourage participation, opportunity, equality, respect,and responsiveness to our community. GOALS Economic Opportunity Goal: Create and encourage inclusive, lasting environments that grow, attract and retain a creative, talented, educated and technically qualified workforce. Communication Goal: Develop an informed and engaged community. Fiscal Management Goal: Develop and effectively manage financial resources. Growth Management Goal: Ensure planning and infrastructure results in quality development and safe, attractive neighborhoods. Quality of Life Goal: Provide quality public spaces; deliver superior municipal services, and support arts, education, recreation and wellness. Governance Goal: Provide for responsive and responsible governmental service.