Each month, Santa Rosa Junior College recognizes excellence on campus with an Employee of the Month Award.
Visit the Employee of the Month Nominations page to find out how to nominate someone you feel deserves this distinction.
Here is a list of past EOM recipients.
Previous recipient: Kyle McHarris - November 2025
December 2025 - Rosa Linda Bliss
Santa Rosa Junior College is proud to honor Rosa Linda (Rosy) Bliss, Administrative Assistant I for the High School Equivalency Program (HEP), as the December Employee of the Month.
Born in Durango, Mexico, and raised in San Jose, Rosy began her higher education at San Jose City College before beginning a career devoted to supporting students and families. She worked in education and marketing roles in San Jose for 5 years, then spent 10 years with the Geyserville Unified School District. She started at SRJC in 2016 as HEP’s Administrative Assistant, a role she has held with exceptional dedication.
Rosy has become the heart of the HEP program. Her supervisor, Catherine Prince, Dean, Instruction & Strategic Program Development, shared that from her first day, she began identifying needs, designing solutions, and improving the program’s infrastructure. Early in her tenure, she recognized that HEP’s required data would be better maintained in a single database. She enrolled in an Access class at SRJC and created a fully functional database that transformed the Annual Program Report process.
During staff transitions, Rosy stepped in to keep critical operations running. She assumed responsibility for scheduling and proctoring HiSET exams, ensuring students could complete their high school equivalency requirements without interruption. Her efforts helped HEP exceed its 2024 completion goal, with 51 students earning a High School Equivalency (HSE) certificate. She also supported students during the pandemic by delivering materials, coordinated two office moves, and played a key role in planning and executing HEP’s annual graduation.
Rosy helps create the warm, inviting environment, which the HEP program is known for. She played a lead role in designing the new HEP Center, selecting décor and configuring student spaces so everyone feels welcome. Her connection with students is personal and lasting, and many stay in touch long after completing the program.
Rosy’s dedication extends beyond HEP. She has served as an active member of the Latino Faculty and Staff Association, including on the Executive Board. She is also a natural mentor, guiding student employees and helping them build confidence, develop professional skills, and plan their next steps.
When asked what she considers her greatest accomplishment at SRJC, Rosy said simply, “Becoming part of the Santa Rosa Junior College district.” She loves meeting and learning from the many people who visit or work in the HEP Center. She is modest about recognition and admitted feeling “scared and nervous” when she learned she had been selected for EOM, adding that she is deeply grateful for the nomination.
Outside of work, Rosy enjoys salsa dancing, going to the movies, and spending time with her family. She lives in Cloverdale with her husband, Richard, her son, Oscar, and her niece, Marilyn. She is also a proud pet parent to one dog and 3 cats.
Rosy’s colleagues describe her as talented, dedicated, and inspiring. Her kindness and commitment help students succeed and help the entire program thrive. SRJC is fortunate to have her.
Congratulations, Rosy, and thank you for all that you bring to HEP and to our college community.