Say Hello: Get to Know NYCHA Leadership
Q: Why did you want this position at NYCHA?
A: It seemed like a wonderful opportunity. I had just gone through the process of helping to re-establish core values and a new culture in my previous position as Vice President at HELP/PSI, a health and social services provider for New York City’s under served populations. I thought I could apply that experience to good advantage here where some of the same things are happening. Human Resources at NYCHA includes working as a business partner to affect the agency’s operation and direction. That excites me.
Q: What was your initial impression of HR?
A: I made a point of talking with staff right away and everyone seems engaged in their work, wanting to go a good job. For the agency overall, the managers I met seem very busy and are dedicated to doing their job the best that they can with limited resources. I am aware of a “silo” affect, where labor is divided by specialists in various areas, which can be detrimental to a collaborative approach.
Q: What are some short-term and long-term goals?
A: Short-term goals include applying the professionalism of Human Resources staff to further enhance the quality of services we provide. My mid-term goal is to transform the department to be more fl exible, adaptive and collaborative in the changes that are taking place. The longer term goals involve supporting the paradigm shift in culture away from silos and toward a more collaborative work process between NYCHA departments.
Q: Can you tell us something surprising about yourself?
A: I once played the standing base on the field at Yankee Stadium!
