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Keila Cruz Herrera

@keilacruzherrera

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I prevent compliance risks across federal research, legal, and administrative operations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a compliance, legal, research administration, or risk-focused role where I can identify issues early, support sound decisions, maintain accurate documentation, and help teams meet regulatory and procedural requirements.

At Texas A&M University, I identified budget and indirect cost discrepancies in federal contracts before submission and served as a compliance checkpoint for fund releases.

I advised researchers on regulatory requirements and policy implications, while gathering and documenting research and compliance data aligned with federal, state, and sponsor regulations.

Previously at Blass Law PLLC, I monitored case timelines, researched statutes and regulatory requirements, and ensured documentation met procedural and legal standards for court submissions.

My background also includes resolving escalated cases at Omni Interactions, developing customized learning plans, and conducting structured research interviews. I bring bilingual English and Spanish communication, careful records handling, and an early-risk mindset to compliance-focused work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Award Setup Administrator

Texas A&M University

May 2024 - Jun 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Identified budget and indirect cost discrepancies in contracts, preventing potential compliance violations before submission. Served as a compliance checkpoint for fund releases, ensuring all required permits and approvals were secured before authorizing disbursements. Advised researchers on regulatory requirements and policy implications to ensure informed compliance decisions.

Project Management

Paralegal

Blass Law PLLC

Sep 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 8 months)

Monitored case timelines and flagged procedural deviations to ensure cases progressed in compliance with legal deadlines. Conducted legal and regulatory research to identify applicable statutes and flag potential case risks, supporting attorney strategy. Ensured case documentation met procedural and legal standards for court submissions. Monitored contractual obligations and financial records.

Case Management Legal Research

SME/GBA

Omni Interactions

Sep 2020 - Aug 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Managed and resolved 20-35 escalated cases weekly by analyzing information and applying policy guidelines. Reviewed and documented case activity ensuring accuracy. Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information in accordance with data privacy regulations. Developed and implemented 40+ customized learning plans to address performance gaps and improve team consistency.