Demerris R. Brooks Ed.d.

Demerris R. Brooks Ed.D. serves as the Human Resources Director at Santa Clara County Office of Education since October 2024, previously holding various leadership roles at the Child Mind Institute and Santa Clara County Office of Education, including Senior Director and Director of Human Resources/Workforce Development & Organizational Culture. Brooks has extensive experience in educational administration, having worked as Ombudsperson at San Jose State University and Director of Student Services at Aspire Public Schools. An advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, Brooks has directed numerous programs impacting 1,600 employees while maintaining a focus on organizational culture. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Education degree in Organization and Leadership from the University of San Francisco and multiple master's degrees from esteemed institutions.