Rachel Nelson
About Rachel Nelson
Rachel Nelson is a Project Administration Manager at the Ohio Housing Finance Agency, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master's degree in City and Regional Planning and a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, both from The Ohio State University.
Work at Ohio Housing Finance Agency
Rachel Nelson has been serving as the Project Administration Manager at the Ohio Housing Finance Agency since 2020. In this role, she oversees various projects related to housing finance and administration. Prior to her current position, she worked at the agency in multiple capacities, including as Policy and Technology Manager from 2013 to 2020 and as a Compliance Intern from 2010 to 2013. Her extensive experience within the agency has contributed to her understanding of housing policies and project management.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Nelson earned her Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning from The Ohio State University, where she studied from 2010 to 2012. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture from the same institution, completed between 2004 and 2008. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in urban planning and design, which supports her work in project administration and policy development.
Background
Before her current role, Rachel Nelson worked at the U.S. Census Bureau as an Enumerator for five months in 2010. This position involved collecting data for the national census, which enhanced her skills in data collection and analysis. Her early career also included a three-year tenure as a Compliance Intern at the Ohio Housing Finance Agency, where she gained valuable insights into compliance and regulatory frameworks.
Career Progression
Rachel Nelson's career at the Ohio Housing Finance Agency reflects a steady progression through various roles. Starting as a Compliance Intern, she advanced to become a Policy and Technology Manager, where she focused on integrating technology into housing policies. Her current role as Project Administration Manager builds on her previous experiences, allowing her to manage complex projects effectively.