Melanie H. Soter

Melanie H. Soter, MCPPO, serves as the Strategy Coordinator in Strategic Planning for the Massachusetts School Building Authority since January 2022. Prior to this role, Melanie was a Purchasing Clerk at the City of Watertown from August 2020 to January 2022. Previous experience includes positions as a Fine Art Cataloger and Art Cataloging Intern at RoGallery, with responsibilities in digitization and metadata compilation. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Administration in progress at Northeastern University and a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, along with a certification as a Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official from the Office of Inspector General. Melanie's diverse background encompasses various internships in art galleries and museums, focusing on art cataloging, customer service, and administrative support.