CATA hires new HR director

STATE COLLEGE — The Centre Area Transportation Authority has named Liz Pierce director of human resources and compliance.

Pierce will be responsible for overseeing the authority’s human resources program, implementing and updating personnel policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws. Prior to joining CATA, she served as the human resources director for Hotel State College & Co. She also has been an adjunct instructor for the School of Hospitality Management program at Penn State.

“I know that I can speak for the CATA board of directors, as well as the management staff, when I say that we are truly excited to have Ms. Pierce in this role at the authority,” said Louwana Oliva, CATA general manager. “Liz brings to the position a unique combination of experience, employee relations expertise and leadership ability that will further strengthen the organization and benefit our employees.”