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Human Resources

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The Human Resources Department is here to serve you, whether you are a current employee, applicant or someone who wants to know more about working at College of the Canyons.

HR is an innovative strategic partner that works collaboratively to promote the mission of the district and provide support for the learning environment. We create equitable employment practices to attract and retain the best qualified and dynamic employees. We encourage and embrace a diverse and inclusive campus community that enriches and supports the lives of our fellow employees and students.

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Employee/Payroll Resources

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Benefits

 

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HR Policies/Institutional Policies

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Professional Development

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Careers

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Compensation

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Have questions about job opportunities, the application process, employee verification, benefits, or general HR services? Call the HR office at (661) 362-3427 or email us at hro@canyons.edu

 

Meet the Team

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 Miranda Zamudio
Interim Assistant Superintendent/Vice President,

Human Resources & Professional Development

Phone: (661) 362-3423

LEADERSHIP

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 Deshiba Grant

Interim Executive Director, Human Resources

Phone: (661) 362-5112

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 Courtney Cordova

Talent Acquisition Manager

Phone: (661) 362-3128

STAFF

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 Cara Odell

Senior HR Generalist (Classified)

Phone: (661) 362-3126

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Christine Lopez

Senior HR Generalist (Classified/Short Term)

Phone: (661) 362-3425

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Cristal Boring

Human Resources Technician/Benefits

Phone: (661) 362-3427

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Desiree Chairez

Senior HR Generalist (Academic Personnel)

Phone: (661) 362-5563

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Georgiana Hita

Assistant to the VP and Executive Director, HR

Phone: (661) 362-5254

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Kimberly Thanaet

Human Resources Technician

Phone: (661) 362-5427

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 Roxana Padilla

Workers’ Compensation/Leave Coordinator

Phone: (661) 362-5607

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Sandra Esquivel

Human Resources Technician

Phone: (661) 362-3308

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 Taylor Haynes

HR Coordinator (Systems Support)

Phone: (661) 362-5023

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Teressa Soto

Senior HR Generalist (Academic Personnel)

Phone: (661) 362-3129

 

Updated: October 9, 2025

Contact Us

HR Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Office Location:
University Center 360

Mailing Address:
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Email: hro@canyons.edu
Phone: (661) 362-3427
Fax: (661) 362-5570
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The Santa Clarita Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected basis under the law.

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