Joel H. Hess

Joel H. Hess, MS, serves as the Community Relations Coordinator at The Settlement Home for Children, having transitioned from the role of Development Coordinator at the same organization. Prior experience includes PALS Program Manager at Meals on Wheels Central Texas, Veterinary Services Supervisor at Austin Humane Society, and Animal Shelter Manager at Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. Additionally, Joel held multiple positions at Spicewood Springs Animal Hospital, contributing as Hospital Administrator, Lead Technician, Boarding Supervisor, and Veterinary Technician. An internship as a teacher at Paredes Middle School under the Austin Independent School District involved managing eighth-grade social studies classes. Joel's educational background includes a Master of Science in Leadership and Change from St. Edward's University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from The University of Texas at Austin, with further studies at various institutions.