Jose Carlos Canela

Jose Carlos Canela, M.A., is an experienced HR professional currently serving as an HRIS Analyst at Shehadey Family Foods since November 2024. Previously, Jose Carlos held various roles at Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission from November 2020 to December 2024, including HRIS Coordinator, HR Systems Specialist, and Human Resources Assistant II. Earlier experience includes working as a Faculty HR Assistant at the University of Washington and Human Resources Assistant at Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission. Jose Carlos began a career at Fiat Lux Scholars Program as a Student Coordinator and Community Scholar, also contributing as a Research Assistant at UC Merced. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Seattle Pacific University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of California, Merced. Academic foundations were established with a High School Diploma from Kerman High School.