Shanel Carter

Shanel Carter is an experienced professional in human resources and education, currently serving as Vice President of Human Resources and Employee Engagement at Metro State University since January 2024. Previously, Shanel held various roles at South Mountain Community College, including Business Adjunct Faculty and Human Resources Director, where responsibilities included teaching management concepts and overseeing employee relations. Shanel's background also features significant experience at Maricopa Community Colleges in roles such as Executive HR Program Manager and Interim Human Resources Director, focusing on organizational efficiency and employee support. Earlier positions include HR Employee Development Manager at Mesa Community College and Interim Senior Human Resources Director at GateWay Community College. Shanel holds an M.B.A. in Human Resources Management from Grand Canyon University and a B.S. in Business from the University of Phoenix.