KJ is a seasoned Certified Volunteer Administrator with 22+ years of experience in volunteer administration, program management, and organizational development. She specializes in recruiting, training, and recognizing volunteers and AmeriCorps members for Douglas County nonprofits, including disaster response and group service. Beyond her professional role, she serves on the Douglas County Kansas Fair Board and chairs the USA Rugby Senior Club Council Governance Committee.
She holds a Master of Liberal Arts in Management and Leadership from Baker University and a BS in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Leisure Management from Truman State University. Her contributions have earned honors such as the Lawrence Schools Foundation All Star Award, USD 497 Outstanding Citizen Award, YWCA Empowered Leader, and selection for Leadership Lawrence.
Outside of work, she leads an active lifestyle—raising backyard chickens, coaching rugby, and exploring cultures through travel. Her passion for community and service drives everything she does.