Name: Tina Horan
Title: Assistant Director for Research Operations
Hometown: Nebraska City
Where did you work prior to joining CYFS? What was your role there, and what did it entail?
Before joining CYFS, I worked 12 years at the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office as budget director. My responsibilities included developing and controlling the department’s multi-million-dollar agency budget, obtaining and managing federal grants to expand the operating budget, and preparing written and oral presentations to the governor and Legislature to justify appropriations requests. I also oversaw project management between agencies and administration, monitored and audited monthly revenue and expenditures, took part in strategic planning for budgeting and staffing operations, and various other things such as benefit enrollment, human resources, payroll, accounts payable and deposits.
How did you become interested in your field?
Organization has been a lifelong skill of mine; when I was little, I had a color-coded sock drawer. I’ve always loved business, finance and accounting, and being a people person, I realized operations and budget were a good fit for me. I love working with teams and helping facilitate positive changes in business operations.
What are you looking forward to here at CYFS?
I’m looking forward to working with and becoming part of an amazing team and offering support to help faculty and staff move toward future goals in a positive manner.
What are some of your hobbies/interests outside of work?
If it is outdoors, I love it. Biking, hiking, kayaking and swimming are a few of my favorite things. I also love to vacation and see new places.