Jenny Keigher

Jenny Keigher has a diverse work experience. Jenny started their career as a Graduate Assistant/Instructor at Illinois State University, where they taught multiple sections of Composition and other English courses. Jenny provided instruction on writing, critical thinking, and collaborative work, and developed lesson plans and provided feedback on student texts.

After their time at the university, Jenny joined the Town of Normal, IL, where they held various roles. Jenny started as a Children's Discovery Museum Guest Services Supervisor, responsible for creating a training system for staff members, maintaining staffing levels, conducting interviews and evaluations, and handling disciplinary meetings.

Jenny then moved on to become a Benefits Coordinator, where they conducted new employee orientations, advocated for employees in benefit matters, and managed unemployment claims and appeals. Jenny then advanced to the role of HR Supervisor, overseeing recruitment and selection processes, performance management programs, and employee development.

Jenny'slatest role was as the HR Director, where they supported an organizational culture of excellence and innovation in service delivery. Jenny managed the Human Resources team, guided department directors in developing employee development strategies, and ensured the effective implementation of HR policies.

In summary, Jenny Keigher has gained extensive experience in teaching, HR management, and employee development throughout their career at Illinois State University and the Town of Normal, IL.

Jenny Keigher completed their education with a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from the University of Illinois Springfield, which they pursued from 2018 to 2023. Prior to that, they obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Linguistics from Illinois State University, where they studied from 2009 to 2011. Jenny also participated in the Leadership McLean County program, a certificate program offered by the McLean County Chamber of Commerce, which they completed in 2017. As an undergraduate, Jenny earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Studies from Illinois State University, attending from 2005 to 2009.

In terms of additional certifications, Jenny obtained the SHRM - Senior Certified Professional designation from SHRM in July 2017. Jenny also holds an IPMA-CP certification from IPMA-HR. Specific information regarding the month and year of obtaining the IPMA-CP certification is not available.