Kristen Roberts
About Kristen Roberts
Kristen Roberts serves as the Operations Manager for the Fraternal Department at Modern Woodmen of America, a position she has held since 2018. She has extensive experience in operations and management, having previously worked in various roles at organizations such as the Chicago Federation of Labor Workers Assistance Committee and Social Solutions.
Work at Modern Woodmen of America
Kristen Roberts has held multiple positions at Modern Woodmen of America. She began her tenure as Operations Coordinator in 2015, where she worked for one year. Following this role, she advanced to Operations Supervisor in the Fraternal Department from 2016 to 2018, serving for two years. In 2018, she was promoted to Operations Manager in the Fraternal Department, a position she has held for six years. Her responsibilities include overseeing operational processes and ensuring the effective functioning of the department.
Previous Experience in Labor and Social Services
Before joining Modern Woodmen of America, Kristen Roberts worked at the Chicago Federation of Labor Workers Assistance Committee as Associate Director from 2005 to 2012. In this role, she contributed to labor support initiatives in the Greater Chicago Area for seven years. Following this, she served as Account Manager for Social Solutions from 2012 to 2014, where she managed client accounts in the Midwest for two years. These positions provided her with extensive experience in operations and management.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Roberts earned her Master of Science in Public Services Management from DePaul University, where she studied from 1999 to 2001. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/Anthropology from Truman State University, completing her studies from 1992 to 1996. Her educational background supports her expertise in operations management and public service.
Background in Greater Chicago Area
Kristen Roberts has a significant professional history in the Greater Chicago Area. Her early career included roles that focused on labor assistance and social services, providing her with a strong foundation in community engagement and operational management. This regional experience has informed her current role in the Fraternal Department at Modern Woodmen of America.