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Overview
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Education
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Certification
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Ashley Cook-Gregory

9365 SE CR 337 Trenton,FL

Summary

Dedicated community advocate and lifelong Floridian with a deep understanding of the role school board members play in shaping the future of public education. Committed to serving with integrity, transparency, and accountability in alignment with Florida’s standards for public officials. As a mother actively involved in the school system, brings firsthand insight into the challenges families face and the importance of strong, supportive educational environments. Professionally experienced in managing government grants and contracts, with state-level training in compliance, fiscal oversight, and public sector governance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

District Administrator

Gilchrist Soil & Water Conservation District
03.2022 - Current
  • Oversee personnel working in multiple areas.
  • Develop and administer office systems, department operating, and project budgets
  • Ensure compliance with Florida Sunshine Law
  • Represent the Soil & Water board in various capacities with producers, state and local government agencies, and partner organizations
  • Manage and monitor the status of contracts, ensuring compliance with contract requirement, and address any issues that arise
  • Facilitated successful audits of grant-funded programs
  • Maintained accurate records of all grant-related documents, including proposals, contracts, reports, and correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants
  • Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals
  • Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.

ACG Virtual Administrative Services

Self Employed
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Enhanced team collaboration through proficient coordination of virtual meetings and conference calls
  • Enhanced customer relations through prompt resolution of inquiries via phone or email communication channels
  • Maintain knowledge of agreements and ensure compliance.
  • Conducted inspections of properties
  • Conferred with customers by telephone, chat or email to provide information
  • Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication
  • Enhanced communication between departments, facilitating prompt responses to maintenance requests and reducing delays in repairs
  • Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities performed, allowing for effective tracking of progress

*This was a unique opportunity where I continued to work for the individual that purchased Allison Ables Real Estate

Office Manager

Blair Janes: Brightway Insurance & Allison Ables
05.2015 - 12.2018
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
  • Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.

PreK Teacher

Gilchrist County School District
08.2007 - 01.2015
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
  • Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.
  • Enhanced classroom environment by creating visually appealing bulletin boards and displays, promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
  • Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons

Education

Associate of Arts -

Lake City Community College
Lake City Florida
05-2004

High School Diploma -

Trenton High School
Trenton, FL
05-2001

Skills

  • Recordkeeping
  • Maintains confidentiality
  • Payroll Administration
  • Staff Management
  • Compliance
  • Recruitment Management
  • Office Administration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Customer Relations
  • Clear oral/written communication
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Document Management

Certification

  • Certified District Administrative Professional

- Dealing with Difficult People

- Ethics in the Workplace

- Florida Public Records Management

- Meeting and Records Requirement under Sunshine

  • Certified District Officer

- Purpose, Structure, Service & Intergovernment Colab

- Florida Ethics, Sunshine, & Public Records

- Budgeting, Procurement & Project Management

- Working with Elected Boards

  • Florida Commissions on Ethics- Annual 4 hr training
  • Notary Public
  • Records Management for Florida Public Agencies
  • D.F.S.- Advancing Accountability


References

Michael McElroy, Gilchrist County Tax Collector 

(352) 575-3060


Michelle Walker-Crawford, Retired School Board Member

(352) 258-2700


Jaime Jerrels, Florida Farm Bureau Sr. Director of Policy & Outreach

(352) 258-0345


Brett Wasden, Agriculture Educator at Bell High School 

(863) 701-5524



Timeline

District Administrator

Gilchrist Soil & Water Conservation District
03.2022 - Current

ACG Virtual Administrative Services

Self Employed
01.2019 - 08.2022

Office Manager

Blair Janes: Brightway Insurance & Allison Ables
05.2015 - 12.2018

PreK Teacher

Gilchrist County School District
08.2007 - 01.2015

Associate of Arts -

Lake City Community College

High School Diploma -

Trenton High School