Dynamic Quality and Compliance Specialist with a proven track record at FirstDay Foundation, leading over 100 investigations and enhancing compliance training. Skilled in regulatory compliance and risk management, I streamlined reporting processes, achieving 100% on-time submissions while fostering collaboration across teams. Passionate about ensuring child safety and operational excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality and Compliance Specialist
FirstDay Foundation
San Antonio
01.2021 - Current
Led over 100 investigations into alleged child abuse/neglect, ensuring compliance with Texas law and child welfare standards.
Inspected childcare facilities for regulatory compliance, identifying and resolving safety risks through detailed action plans.
Streamlined investigative reporting processes, ensuring 100% of reports were submitted within strict deadlines.
Facilitated training sessions to enhance personnel understanding of compliance responsibilities, resulting in improved adherence to state standards.
Implemented effective risk evaluation methods, reducing non-compliance incidents by 20%.
Provided guidance to staff on regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.
Maintained accurate records of all activities related to compliance monitoring.
Performed risk assessments to identify areas of non-compliance and potential risks.
Project Manager Assistant
Joeris General Contractors, Ltd.
San Antonio
01.2020 - 01.2021
Processed over 200 contracts, subcontracts, and change orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project timelines.
Maintained project documentation and logs, supporting the on-time delivery of key milestones.
Optimized communication with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients, resolving contractual issues effectively.
Coordinated project meetings and documented minutes to support seamless collaboration across stakeholders.
Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Broadcast Radio Traffic Coordinator
San Antonio Spurs Sports & Entertainment
San Antonio
01.2015 - 01.2020
Executed over 1,000 radio deliverables for four franchises, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements.
Collaborated with corporate partnerships and marketing teams to implement media campaigns, increasing partner satisfaction.
Improved media trafficking processes, enhancing operational efficiency and meeting 100% of broadcast deadlines.
Maintained relationships with affiliate media partners to ensure smooth execution of promotional content.
Organized team-building events as part of the Social Activities Committee, fostering a positive workplace culture.
Bulk Plant Administrator
Schlumberger
Von Ormy
01.2013 - 01.2015
Managed daily data entry for material transactions in SAP, processing over 500 purchase orders and inventory updates.
Conducted quarterly inventory audits, achieving 98% accuracy in material tracking and reconciliation.
Trained 10 contract workers on SAP systems, improving operational productivity.
Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
Developed strategies for optimizing workflow efficiency within the plant facility.
Performed regular audits of inventory levels and adjusted stock accordingly based on current demand.
Managed inventory levels of raw materials, components and finished goods.
Advanced Faith-Based Recruiter & Foster-Adoptive Home Development Worker
State of Texas – Child Protective Services
San Antonio
01.2013 - 12.2013
Recruited and verified 50+ foster and adoptive families through innovative social media campaigns and outreach programs.
Delivered PRIDE training to prospective parents, increasing program enrollment by 15%.
Developed streamlined recruitment strategies and maintained comprehensive documentation to support program goals.
Monitored licensed foster homes, ensuring 100% compliance with state regulations.
Advanced Sexual Abuse Investigator IV
State of Texas – Child Protective Services
San Antonio
01.2004 - 01.2010
Investigated over 500 reports of child abuse/neglect, ensuring child safety through timely interventions.
Collaborated with law enforcement, schools, and social services to gather evidence and provide comprehensive case support.
Testified in court proceedings, influencing critical decisions to protect vulnerable children.
Developed child protection plans that reduced recidivism in high-risk families.
Created written summaries detailing investigative findings for use by legal authorities in criminal proceedings against perpetrators of child abuse or neglect.
Adhered strictly to confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive information related to open investigations.
Collaborated with external agencies such as Child Protective Services to ensure appropriate follow-up action was taken for each case investigated.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings with representatives from various agencies involved in the investigation process.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Psychology
University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX
Skills
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Regulatory compliance
Risk assessment
Investigative reporting
Project management
Compliance monitoring
Project Coordination & Operational Efficiency
Investigations & Report Writing
Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration
Data Management (SAP) & Process Improvement
Training & Public Engagement
Compliance oversight
Certification
Notary Public, State of Texas
Timeline
Quality and Compliance Specialist
FirstDay Foundation
01.2021 - Current
Project Manager Assistant
Joeris General Contractors, Ltd.
01.2020 - 01.2021
Broadcast Radio Traffic Coordinator
San Antonio Spurs Sports & Entertainment
01.2015 - 01.2020
Bulk Plant Administrator
Schlumberger
01.2013 - 01.2015
Advanced Faith-Based Recruiter & Foster-Adoptive Home Development Worker