Tyra Brown Harris, Ph.D.
SENIOR CONSULTANT
PHONE
202-468-TYRA (8972)
tyrabrownharris@gmail.com
WEBSITE
www.tyrabrownharris.com
Hello! I'm Tyra
I am a lover of planners, lists, online reviews and all things chocolate. My happy place is with children, pets and entertaining the idea of gardening. I enjoy spa retreats, traveling, kickboxing, watching documentaries and sunrises.
EXPERTISE
Conflict Management Strategies
Individual & Group Conflict Coaching
Mediation
Organizational Process Improvement
Policy Analysis & Qualitative Research
Facilitation
PROFILE
Dedicated, resourceful and highly-adaptable administrative professional with 15 years of
exceptional federal government service and advanced academic training in conflict
analysis and management. Trusted confidential aide to high-ranking senior officials,
recognized for the unique ability to anticipate needs with responsiveness, navigate
complex relationships with acumen and address matters with discretion and diplomacy. A
natural communicator skilled at cultivating relationships with diverse groups and directing
collaborative efforts toward shared goals. Deep strategic and operational knowledge of
executive management demonstrated through consistent achievement of maximized
organizational effectiveness and productivity.
EXPERIENCE
2015-PRESENT
Project Manager
NOAA NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Plan, direct and coordinate the activities of a multiyear project to develop an integrated, sustainable weather warning dissemination system.
2009-2015
Executive Officer
NOAA NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Provided executive-level administrative support to the Director and oversaw the day-to-day administrative functions of the office. Also served as the International Activities focal point.
2009-2010
Senior Policy Advisor
NOAA NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Served as senior policy advisor to (2) politically appointed Under Secretaries of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere. Liaised between U.S. interagency political representatives and their international counterparts to ensure effective communication and to maintain strong relationships between stakeholders. Maintained strict adherence to confidentiality of relationships, records and all written and verbal correspondence. Acted on behalf of principal to manage a variety of personal and administrative tasks to completion, helping to reduce stress and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
EDUCATION
2010-2016
Doctor of Philosophy
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Conflict Analysis and Resolution
2000-2001
Master of Arts
REGENT UNIVERSITY
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Human Services and Counseling
1996-2000
Bachelor of Science
HOWARD UNIVERSITY
Washington, District of Columbia
Psychology
SKILLS
Microsoft Office - Advanced
macOS - Advanced
Professional Correspondence
Diversity & Inclusion Training
Conflict Resolution Training
Systems Approach to Problem Solving