College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Office of Human Resources
CALS HR is committed to fostering a thriving, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. We partner with faculty, staff, and leadership to provide strategic, people-centered solutions that drive success.
Our services include:
- Expert Consultation – Guidance on policies, compliance, and ethical workplace practices.
- Strategic HR Solutions – Workforce planning, risk management, and fair, market-driven compensation strategies.
- Coaching & Development – Personalized support for professional growth, leadership development, and navigating workplace challenges.
- Training & Learning – Interactive workshops on performance management, employee engagement, and key employment regulations.
- Collaboration & Conflict Resolution – Mediation, team-building facilitation, and proactive strategies for a positive work environment.
| Name | Title | Contact Information | Concentration Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patricia Wooten | Director | pawooten@vt.edu 203-285-4255 |
Workforce planning, compensation, training opportunities |
| April Wood | Sr. HR Manager | aprilwood@vt.edu 540-231-3003 |
Performance management and employee relations, training opportunities |
| Karen Barnhart | HR Transaction Coordinator | karend@vt.edu 540-231-5659 |
Staffing and recruitment CALS Academic Departments, federal benefits |
| Lisa Mullins | HR Transaction Coordinator | mullins@vt.edu 540-231-7619 |
Staffing and recruitment VCE, records management |
| Tammy Stevers | HR Transaction Coordinator | tames@vt.edu 540-231-3451 |
Staffing and recruitment ARECs and CALS Admin |
| Bailee Reed | HR Transaction Assistant | baileereed@vt.edu 540-231-0524 |
Staffing and recruitment FNP and special projects |
| Gloria Hartley | Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator | ghartley@vt.edu 540-231-1276 |
Compliance, training and development, risk management |