Kate O'farrell, Ma, Gphr
About Kate O'farrell, Ma, Gphr
Kate O'Farrell is a Senior Human Resources Business Partner with extensive experience in various HR roles across multiple organizations. She has worked at The Standard since 2019 and has held previous positions at Tacoma Housing Authority, Washington Federal, OHSU, and Portland Public Schools.
Current Role at The Standard
Kate O'Farrell serves as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at The Standard, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business objectives, providing guidance on HR policies, and supporting employee development initiatives. Her experience in this position contributes to the overall effectiveness of the HR department and enhances employee engagement within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before her current role, Kate O'Farrell accumulated extensive experience in various human resources positions. She worked as a Human Resources Analyst at Tacoma Housing Authority from 2012 to 2013 and later served as the Human Resources Manager there from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she was a Human Resources Generalist at Washington Federal from 2010 to 2012 and held multiple roles at Portland Public Schools, including Human Resources Senior Specialist/Generalist and Human Resources Regional Coordinator/Analyst.
Educational Background
Kate O'Farrell earned her Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University, completing her studies from 2006 to 2009. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from the same institution, studying from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in human resources.
Career Progression in Human Resources
Kate O'Farrell's career in human resources spans over a decade, showcasing a steady progression through various roles. She began her career at Portland Public Schools in 2008 and has since taken on increasingly responsible positions. Her roles have included Senior HR Business Partner at OHSU from 2014 to 2017 and a return to The Standard as a Human Resources Business Partner from 2017 to 2019 before her current position.