Paula Christi is the regional director of the U.S. Census Bureau. Emira becomes Paula’s administrative assistant only weeks after she quits working for the Chamberlains. Paula is a fair, approachable boss, and Emira enjoys working for her. After Emira has worked for Paula for two years, Paula suggests that Emira should stop working for her and pursue something she’s really passionate about, but Emira is content where she is.