Keith O'connor
About Keith O'connor
Keith O'Connor is a Project Coordinator at DLH Corporation, where he has worked since 2017. He has a background in education and extensive experience in administrative management, having held various roles in educational and corporate settings.
Work at DLH Corporation
Keith O'Connor has been employed at DLH Corporation as a Project Coordinator since 2017. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the Head Start Program. He manages diverse teams of staff and subcontractors, ensuring effective day-to-day administrative management. O'Connor serves as a liaison for communication between the leadership team and clients, addressing any arising issues. He coordinates and supports the Office of Head Start contract, acting as a primary point of contact for remote employees and federal staff.
Education and Expertise
Keith O'Connor holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Secondary Education and Teaching from the University of New Hampshire, which he completed from 2003 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from the same institution, studying from 1998 to 2003. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his current role in project coordination and management.
Professional Background
Before joining DLH Corporation, Keith O'Connor held various positions in the education and customer service sectors. He worked as a Substitute Teacher at Oyster River High School from 2004 to 2005 and spent eight years at Measured Progress as a Helpdesk professional from 2008 to 2016. O'Connor also worked for Kelly Services as a Helpdesk representative for two years and served as a Senior Program Coordinator at Cognia for one year. Additionally, he gained customer service experience at Barnes & Noble College from 2000 to 2006.
Project Coordination Responsibilities
In his role as Project Coordinator, Keith O'Connor is responsible for preparing and delivering weekly and monthly status reports to ensure that all project deliverables are met. He provides comprehensive administrative support, including meeting scheduling, calendar coordination, and the preparation of briefings and communications. O'Connor regularly updates Mango Apps with documentation and creates a structured project folder system for efficient file sharing.