Our HR Team

Stephanie Sergeant, Human Resources Coordinator

ssergeant@hccc.edu

Stephanie also joined us in September of 2019. She is responsible for supporting the administrative needs of the human resources office. This position is a front line, customer service-oriented position, with little to no direction and advanced administrative support. Stephanie operates independently in prioritizing own workload in determining how best to accomplish work objectives and participates in special projects, as required. Stephanie consistently assists in other areas of the department, including administration of position vacancy notices and postings, internally and externally.

Amaalah Ogburn, Director of Faculty and Staff Development

aogburn@hccc.edu

Amaalah works in Human Resources as the Director of Faculty and Staff Development. She helps employees tap into their potential by supporting them in goal setting, exploring professional opportunities, and amplifying their voices. Amaalah joined HCCC in January of 2015 as a student. Shortly after, she became Peer Leader and has continued to grow her career here with roles in Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, and now in the Office of Human Resources as the Director of Faculty and Staff Development. Amaalah brings with her an invaluable wealth of knowledge and wisdom that has played an integral part in the development and execution of our DEI programs and initiatives. She is not only an advocate for equity and inclusion; she is often the voice of the voiceless.

Bob DiMartino, Vice President for Human Resources

rdimartino@hccc.edu

Bob Joined HCCC in May of 2025 and is responsible for leading the Human Resources function and providing advice and counsel to management in employee and labor relations matters. In this role, Bob serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet as well as the President’s Advisory Council. Bob’s prior experience includes senior HR leadership roles across industries including Food and Beverage, Chemicals, Wine and Spirits, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing and Construction. Bob possesses a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology, along with a Juris Doctorate of Law from Brooklyn Law School.

Josianne Payoute, Director of Benefits and Compensation

jpayoute@hccc.edu

 

Suhani Aggarwal, Associate Director for Human Resources

saggarwal@hccc.edu