Valerie Jefferson

Valerie Jefferson has a diverse work experience spanning over several decades. Valerie started their career as a Typist II at Oakland County Probate Court/Probate & Mental Health in 1989, where they worked until 1994. Valerie then joined Oakland County Health as a Clerk III, where they primarily assisted the public, provided information about programs and services, and responded to inquiries and complaints until 1999.

In 1999, Valerie joined Oakland County, Michigan Government as a Senior Analyst. In this role, they supervised clerical support staff, managed the County's Clerical Pool program, and acted as a liaison between the Human Resources Department and Clerical Pool employees. Valerie also conducted performance appraisals and pay raises for the staff. Valerie held this position until February 2023 when they became a Human Resources Supervisor at the same organization. As a Human Resources Supervisor, they were responsible for developing, implementing, and administering selection and placement activities. Valerie also maintained salary plans for non-represented County employees and worked on resolving staffing problems.

Valerie's latest work experience is as a Manager of Recruitment and Organizational Development at Great Lakes Water Authority, starting in January 2023.

Valerie Jefferson obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management and Services from Colorado Technical University, which they attended from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, they hold an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Kaplan University Online. Valerie also completed a Diploma in Business from Pontiac Business Institute. There is no information available regarding their attendance or completion of any degree at Oakland University or their field of study at Pontiac Business Institute and Pontiac Northern.