Patricia Kelly
About Patricia Kelly
Patricia Kelly serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at PRECISIONscientia, bringing extensive experience in equal employment opportunities and HR strategies. She specializes in workforce planning, change management, and aligning HR functions with business objectives.
Work at PRECISIONscientia
Patricia Kelly has served as the Vice President of Human Resources at PRECISIONscientia since 2011. In this role, she focuses on aligning human resources functions with business strategies. She supports departmental managers by providing counseling and insights related to employee performance, training, and development plans. Her extensive experience in human resources allows her to deliver key HR metrics and strategies effectively.
Education and Expertise
Patricia Kelly has a solid educational background in human resources and legal studies. She studied Human Resource Management at Villanova University, earning her PHR certification from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, she completed a Paralegal Certification at Widener University from 1980 to 1982 and obtained an AAS in Legal Studies from Montgomery County Community College in 1973. Her expertise includes workforce planning, organization design, and HR policies.
Background
Patricia Kelly has a diverse professional background in human resources and legal support. Before her current role at PRECISIONscientia, she worked as the Director of Human Resources at ETHOS Health Communications from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, she held the position of Director of Employee Relations at Advanta Corp. for 15 years, from 1996 to 2011. Her early career included a role as a Legal Secretary at Pepper Hamilton LLP from 1978 to 1980.
Achievements
Patricia Kelly has developed strong communication skills that enable her to work effectively with all levels of an organization. She possesses problem-solving and negotiating skills essential for her role in human resources. Her background in change and conflict management, along with her proficiency in HRIS systems like PeopleSoft and UltiPro, supports her strategic approach to human resources.