NOTIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT BY OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
TO BOARD OR COMMISSION
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City Council
Todd Stermer, City Clerk
Jerry P. Dyer, Mayor
Reappointment
New Appointment
Name of pers on rep laced: Rickie Dh illon
Kellie Greiner
(Executive Representative)
Disability
Advisory Commission
Through June 30, 2026
City C
ouncil 7/17/2025
Submit Date: Apr 10, 2025
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Last Name
Email Address
Home Address
City State Postal Code
City of Fresno Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Disability Advisory Commission: Submitted
What district do you live in? *
District 6
Briefly explain why are you interested in serving on this board or commission?
I want to learn more about the disability services and accessibility efforts available throughout the community. I want to share insights regarding disability services in education, primarily community college. I want to meet other professionals related to my field. I want to promote a universally designed world.
Educational background, Schools Attended, Degrees and Certifications Bachelor's degree: California State University, Fresno (Deaf Education) Master's degree:
Western Oregon University, Monmouth Oregon (Rehabilitation Counseling for the Deaf) National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) Certificate Number: 1165110 Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRCC) Certificate Number: 388242 Briefly explain your qualifications or areas of demonstrated expertise for this board or commission.
I have knowledge and experience in disability services, primarily serving students. I have worked as a disability services counselor, Learning Disability Specialist, and Alternate Media Specialist. In my current position as the Director of Disability Services at Clovis College I provide oversight on all disability accommodations and support services provided to students. My educational background is related to vocational services for individuals with disabilities, I am very familiar with government programs such as Department of Rehabilitation, and I value the concept that anyone that wants to work can work and be a valued member of the community. I have experience serving the Deaf community in their native language, American Sign Language.
Kellie M Greiner
Fresno CA 93720
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Employer Job Title
Do you or an immediate family member have any professional or financial relationship that may present a potential conflict of interest for this board, commission or similar body?
Yes No
Work History
Work Address
City, State, Zip Code
Provide 3 Personal and Professional References. Provide name, address, and phone number where they may be reached during the day.
L mentor Director, Disability Services Oxnard College
: Colleague Counselor,
C Heather Golden
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Michael Miguel Relationship: Friend
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Question applies to multiple boards
I declare under penalty of perjury the above information is true and correct.
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Question applies to multiple boards
The Political Reform Act of 1974 prohibits public officials from using their official positions to influence governmental decisions in which they have a financial interest. The Board Members in the designed positions must disclose their financial interests as specified in the agency's confict of interest code.
I agree that I have read the above and agree to file a Statement of Economic Interest Form should I be appointed to a Board, Commission, or similar body according to the adopted resolution.
I Agree
Clovis Community College
Director, Disabled Students
Programs & Services
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Fresno, CA
I am a passionate and experienced Director of Accessibility Services seeking opportunities to grow
my experience and apply my knowledge. I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of
students with disabilities and am eager to contribute my expertise and leadership skills to a role that c
hallenges and empowers me. I am c ommitted to providing equal access to a diverse student population while addressing individualized barriers to education and the student experience.
EDUCATION
M.S. Rehabilitation Counseling | Western Oregon University Graduation: Spring 2019
• Focus: Rehabilitation Counseling for the Deaf
• Proficient in American Sign Language
• 2017-2018 Student Program Representative
GPA: 3.89
B.S. Communicative Disorders | California State University, Fresno Graduation: Spring 2017
• Focus: Deaf Education
GPA: 3.27
Kellie Greiner
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
DSPS DIRECTOR | Academic Management
Clovis Community College | Fresno, CA
• Manage d
epartment that provides accommodations, support services, counseling, and guidance to individuals with disabilities seeking education in the community college setting.
DSPS DIRECTOR | Tenured Faculty
Lake Tahoe Community College | South Lake Tahoe, CA
• Provide academic accommodations, support services, counseling, and guidance to individuals with disabilities seeking education in the community college setting. Manage department budget. Proficient in California Community College Chancellor’s Office Learning Disability Eligibility Model, assessment, and eligibility summary as Learning Disability Specialist. Convert textbooks and other academic materials as the acting Alternate Media Specialist. Coordinate services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and provide disability related counseling services in American Sign Language. Conduct evaluations of the physical campus and digital spaces for accessibility as Peer Online Course Reviewer. Participate in local outreach and matriculation of high school students. Plan and host workshops related to developmental skills and college success for students with disabilities. Teach educational assistance courses for students with disabilities.
AUG 2019 – AUG 2024
AUG 2024 – PRESENT
JAN 2019 - JUN 2019VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR INTERN Alabama Department of Rehabilitation | Talladega, AL
• Provided accommodations, support services, counseling, and guidance to individuals with disabilities seeking to obtain or maintain employment.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Western Oregon University | Monmouth, OR
• Provided accommodations and support services to individuals with disabilities through university disability services. Proctored tests for students with disabilities in alternative formats.
Translated education-related audio and text materials to accessible formats.
SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER
State Center Community College District | Fresno, CA
• Provided American Sign Language translation of English in college level courses to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.
UNIVERSITY INCLUSION & SOCIAL INTERACTION COACH
Fresno State Wayfinders | Fresno, CA
• Provided academic supports for students with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Guided, prompted, and supported students in becoming independent in a university setting. Supported students at social events to build social competence and create meaningful relationships.
NOV 2017 - JAN 2019
AUG 2016 - JAN 2017
AUG 2015 - JAN 2017
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE & PRESENTATIONS
DSPS Statewide Advisory Board Committee | 2019 – 2021
Region A Coordinator
• Participant in statewide advocacy efforts focusing on Disability Support Programs & Services.
Responsible for disseminating information from CCCCO to DSPS Region Members.
Coordinate and host Region disability services meetings.
Curriculum Committee Member |
2019 - PRESENT
• Participant in shared governance committee. Review additions, revisions, and deletions of courses and programs for accessibility, diversity, equity, and related compliance.
Academic Senate Vice President |
2023 - 2024
Academic Senate Secretary | 2019 - 2023
Lake Tahoe Community College
• Participant in shared governance committee. Maintain the records of the Academic Senate.
Provide insight and opinion on topics relevant to Faculty.
Faculty Professional Development Committee |
2019 - 2024
Lake Tahoe Community College
• Part
icipant in faculty committee. Maintain the records and procedures for the institution’s Faculty Professional Development Program.
Tahoe Area Coordinating Council for the Disabled | 2019 – 2024 South Lake Tahoe, CA
• Participant in community disability advocacy committee.
Remodel for Efficiency Project Committee Member | 2019 - 2024 Lake Tahoe Community College
• P
articipant in planning remodel of campus offices and buildings for efficiency. Provide input related to accessibility. Design and furnish Access Lab and Modular Relaxation Room/ “Zen Den”.
DSPS Needs Assessment Findings Presentation | MAR 2024
California Community College Chancellor’s Office -Region A • P
articipant in statewide advisory committee. Advise California Community College Chancellor’s office and Region A members on issues related to community college disability services. Participate in DSPS Funding Allocation Taskforce. Develop surveys for statewide distribution. Present DSPS Needs Assessment Findings for the DSPS Statewide Advisory Field Survey.
American Sign Language: A Visual Culture Lecture |
2017
California Art Institute, Costa Mesa, CA
• Presented a lecture on American Sign Language as a visual art and culture.
Age-Related Cognitive Decline Workshop | 2016
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Service Center, Fresno
• Created a workshop focusing on age related cognitive decline.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS, MEMBERSHIPS, & TRAINING
• National Board-Certified Counselor | 2024 - 2029
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ID: 1165110
• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor | 2024 - 2028
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ID: 388242
• Learning Disability Eligibility Model Systems Training | 2020 ⋅ ID: LDESM 2001
• Equal Employment Opportunity Training | December 2021 - 2023, 2024 - 2026 • California Association for Postsecondary Education and Disability – Member | 2019 - PRESENT
• Association on Higher Education and Disability – Member | 2022 - PRESENT • California Virtual Campus –
Online Education Initiative Canvas Peer Course Reviewer | 2020 - PRESENT • California Community College Chancellor’s Office New Director’s Training | AUG 2019 SKILLS
• Office 365 & Teams Applications
• One Drive
• Google Suite
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Student Information Systems
⋅ Accessible Information Management (AIM), COLLEAGUE, SARS, Cranium Cafe • Canvas LMS
⋅ Administrator Tools
⋅ Course Design
⋅ Canvas-based Instruction
• Case noting and data entry related to students with disabilities and services • Analysis of disability related documentation for development of accommodation plans • Accessible Software
⋅ Dragon Naturally Speaking
⋅ JAWS/FUSION
⋅ Kurzweil 3000, Read the Web, Learning Ally
⋅ HelperBird Web Accessibility
⋅ Texthelp: Equatio, Read & Write
• Learning Disability Assessment
⋅ Intake Screening & Eligibility Record Procedures
⋅ WAIS-IV
⋅ Woodcock Johnson Test of Achievement-IV
⋅ Woodcock Johnson Test of Cognitive Abilities-IV
⋅ Nelson Denny Reading Test
• Teaching
⋅ Independent Living Skills
⋅ Study Skills
⋅ College Level Skills for Academic Success
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
• ACCESS TAHOE Volunteer Advocate | 2022-2024
• Clean Tahoe: Tahoe Bike Month Volunteer | 2022-2024
• Outdoor Adventure Club Advisor | 2022 - 2023
• Oregon School for the Deaf Transition Skills Educator | January 2018 - January 2019 • Silent Garden Foundation Volunteer & Donor | January 2015 – PRESENT • Heart of the Horse Hippotherapy Ranch Volunteer | August 2014 - January 2017