Kalina Hill

About Kalina Hill

A passionate advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion, I bring meaningful experiences, advanced technological expertise, and a multilingual background to leading multinational educational organizations. With integrity at the core of my work, I strive to expand access to knowledge, cultivate and deliver actionable leadership, and catalyze creative solutions that accelerate student success and drive progress.

Experience

1. Program Manager, Academic Technology

   Bakersfield College

   Nov 2021 — Present

   As a lifelong learner, I am committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equitable access to resources within the technology-driven Academic Technology (AT) department, where professional development and innovation intersect. Leveraging my expertise in technology integration, operational efficiency, and cross-sectional partnerships, I lead initiatives that enhance LMS platform management, budget optimization, and resource utilization. My strategic approach maximizes access to technology, fosters cross-department collaboration, and drives measurable impact on institutional and district goals. Through strategic leadership, professional development, and a deep commitment to equity, I strive to create a more connected, accessible, and sustainable college and workforce environment.

Education

• University of Plovdiv "Paisii Hilendarski"

  Bachelor's Degree, Broadcast Journalism

  1991 — 1993

• Higher Institute of Food Industry, Bulgaria

  Master's Degree, Engineering- Automation in Production

  1988 — 1993

• University of Oklahoma

  Master's Degree, Human Relations

  2003 — 2005

• Peru State College

  Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2002 — 2003

Skills

• Outlook
• Multi-Channel Marketing
• Air Force
• Quantitative Data Collection and Analysis
• Proctoring
• Student Advocate
• Student Resources Specialist
• Creative Problem Solving
• Self-Driven Learner
• Foreign Languages
• Community Outreach
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Persuasive Speaker
• Mathematics
• Workshop Facilitation
• Student Development
• Comprehensive Reasoning
• Motivational Interviewing
• Dedication
• Progressive Discipline
• Academic Administration
• Adult Education
• Policy
• Strategic Growth Initiatives
• Training
• Team Contributor
• Administration
• Microsoft Excel
• Events Coordination
• Self-Management
• Interpersonal Leadership
• Customer Service
• Software Application Literacy
• Integrity
• Insightful Counselor
• Microsoft Office
• Precision
• Conceptual Thinking
• Public Relations
• Adaptability