Jenny Christensen

Deputy Director of HR

Role
Deputy Director of Human Resources at VTA
Location
San Jose, CA, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Jenny Christensen

People Operations | Champion for People, Performance & PurposePeople are the heart of every organization—and empowering them is at the core of everything I do. With over 15 years of leadership in public service, I bring a proven track record in government administration across diverse sectors including local government, non-profits, transportation, and law enforcement.I specialize in driving organizational effectiveness through strategic talent management, relationship building, and data-informed decision-making. My focus is on creating workplaces that not only meet operational goals but also foster growth, inclusion, and long-term impact.My areas of expertise include-Strategic HR & Talent Development-Project Management & Program Evaluation-Employee Relations & Engagement-Nonprofit Management-Social Media Marketing & Event Planning-Data Analytics for Public Service InnovationI’m passionate about aligning people strategies with mission-driven goals to deliver high-impact, citizen-focused outcomes. Let\'s connect and collaborate on building organizations where people and purpose thrive.I hold a Bachelor\'s degree in Marketing from San Jose State University and a Master\'s in Public Administration from the University of San Francisco, which has equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary to be a strong business development professional.

Experience

  1. Deputy Director of Human Resources

    VTA

    Jan 2026 — Present · San Jose, CA, US

Education

  • San José State University

    BS, Business Administration, Marketing

    2005 — 2011

  • University of San Francisco

    Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Public Administration

    2015 — 2017

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