Amy Curtis, Shrm Scp
About Amy Curtis, Shrm Scp
Amy Curtis, SHRM SCP, serves as the Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Desert Financial Credit Union, a position she has held since 2022. With a background in psychology and extensive experience in human resources, she has worked in various roles across multiple organizations over the years.
Work at Desert Financial Credit Union
Amy Curtis has been serving as the Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Desert Financial Credit Union since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for aligning human resources strategies with business objectives, ensuring effective talent management, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Her extensive experience in human resources equips her to address various employee-related challenges and implement best practices within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Amy Curtis holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Counseling Psychology from Marymount University, which she completed from 1995 to 1998. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Randolph-Macon College, studying there from 1989 to 1993. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in human resources, particularly in understanding employee behavior and organizational dynamics.
Background in Human Resources
Prior to her current position, Amy Curtis held several roles in human resources at Connections Health Solutions. She served as Vice President of HR Operations from 2020 to 2022, Director of HR Operations from 2018 to 2020, and Human Resources Manager from 2014 to 2018. These positions allowed her to develop comprehensive HR strategies and manage various HR functions, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organization.
Previous Experience in Mental Health and Customer Service
Before transitioning to human resources, Amy Curtis worked as a Mental Health Clinician in Emergency Services for the City of Virginia Beach from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, she gained customer service experience as a Member Service Representative at USAA in 2010. These roles provided her with insights into client needs and the importance of effective communication in both mental health and customer service settings.