Aj Scott

Employee relations, investigations, and compliance professional with 10+ years of experience addressing employee conduct, workplace conflict, policy violations, regulatory requirements, and sensitive personnel matters. Current HR/operations leader responsible for employee relations, investigations, performance management, corrective action, and compliance across a 60+ employee organization. Brings additional investigative and leadership experience from state government and 20 years of military service, supported by an MBA in Human Resources Management.

Director of Operations / Head of Employee Relations at ACADEMIES OF MATH AND SCIENCE (2026-06 – Present)

• Lead employee relations and HR functions for 60+ staff across K–8 school operations, serving as a trusted advisor to leadership on sensitive personnel matters.
• Manage employee conduct investigations, grievance resolution, disciplinary matters, performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action for teaching and support staff.
• Advise leadership on policy interpretation, employee relations strategy, compliance obligations, and risk mitigation.
• Chair ADA Committee and oversee 504 Plan and Title IX compliance responsibilities while supporting emergency operations planning.
• Support a full range of HR operations, including employee performance, workplace conflict, documentation, and personnel decision-making.

Chief Compliance Investigator at STATE OF NEVADA (2013-12 – 2024-08)

• Conducted internal investigations involving employee misconduct, policy violations, and compliance concerns across multiple state agencies.
• Interviewed witnesses, evaluated information, documented findings, and prepared detailed investigative reports supporting disciplinary recommendations.
• Advised agency leadership and HR departments on compliance requirements, regulatory risk, corrective action, and personnel matters.
• Developed and delivered compliance training addressing conduct expectations, reporting obligations, and organizational requirements.
• Worked with unionized workforces and supported compliance with labor agreements and related personnel processes.

Senior Operations Specialist at UNITED STATES ARMY AND NEVADA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD (2007-08 – 2026-07)

Retired

• Led personnel and operations in high-consequence environments, maintaining accountability for 20+ direct reports and enforcing organizational standards.
• Investigated and documented incidents affecting team performance, conduct, and operational integrity.
• Addressed performance and conduct issues through counseling, documentation, corrective action, and follow-up.
• Trained personnel on standards, procedures, expectations, and operational requirements while coordinating with command and stakeholder teams.

Financial Advisor at AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL (2012-01 – 2013-12)

• Advised clients on investment strategy while maintaining compliance with regulatory and fiduciary requirements.
• Maintained accurate documentation for audit and regulatory review.

MBA in Human Resources Management – Western Governors University (2024-04)

M.S. in Criminology – Arizona State University (2018-08)

B.S. in Criminology and Criminal Justice – Arizona State University (2016-08)