Judith Keating

Judith Keating has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Judith is currently the Human Resources Director for the City of New Bedford since March 2020. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Human Resources Consultant at PTO Genius starting in September 2021. Judith also served as the Human Resources Director / Assistant Head of Administrative Services for the Town of Reading, MA from June 2014 onwards.

In their earlier career, Judith worked as an Employment Specialist at The PLUS Company, where they provided support services and developed individual presentation resume packages for clients with intellectual disabilities seeking employment opportunities. Judith also developed partnerships with employers matching their needs with individual skills.

Judith has extensive experience in Human Resources, Benefits, and Risk Management, having managed a self-insured health plan and workers' compensation plan for the City of Lawrence, MA from December 2003 to January 2010. Judith successfully transitioned members to a carved-out pharmacy benefit plan, resulting in significant savings.

Judith also held various roles with the City of Lawrence, MA, including Director of Tobacco Control and Special Assistant to the Mayor. Additionally, they worked as an Associate at Solomon Associates and as a Program Coordinator at Hoops for Hope.

Earlier in their career, Judith served as a City Councilor for the City of Lawrence, MA and worked in project management at Houston Builders, Inc.

Overall, Judith Keating has demonstrated their expertise in Human Resources, administration, and project management throughout their career.

Judith Keating's education history includes the following:

- In 2019-2020, Judith attended Cornell University and obtained a degree from eCornell in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.

- In 2012, Judith received a certification in Supported Employment from Virginia Commonwealth University. This certification is known as ACRE National Certification.

- Judith completed their high school education at Tyngsboro High School and received a diploma. Their field of study at this level was College Preparation.

- There is no specific information about the degree or field of study from Judith's time at Cornell University.

Additionally, Judith obtained a certification as a Food Safety Manager from the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) in November 2018.