Kathy Gallington Sphr

Kathy Gallington, SPHR, SHRM-SCP has a strong background in human resources and professional services. Kathy started their career in 1992 as a Small Business Development Volunteer for the Peace Corps. From 1995 to 2004, they worked as a Human Resources Manager at The Bon Marche/Macys, where they gained experience in various HR roles. In 2004, they became the Human Resources Director for The Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe. Currently, they are the Director of Human Resources and Professional Services at The Doctors Clinic, where they oversee various HR functions such as recruiting, employee relations, and legal compliance.

Kathy Gallington, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Central Washington University, which they obtained from 1987 to 1988. Prior to that, they attended the University of Missouri-Columbia from 1983 to 1986, although there is no information provided regarding the degree obtained or field of study during their time there.

In addition to their education, Kathy Gallington has obtained several certifications. In 2015, they earned the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Kathy also holds the Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®) certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), which they obtained in September 2018. Kathy Gallington is also a member of the SHRM Executive Network, having obtained the SHRM Executive Network Membership in May 2023. Although it is mentioned that they hold the certifications of SHRM-SCP and SPHR, no specific information is provided regarding the dates of attainment for these certifications.