Highly motivated leader offering over 24 years of experience in county highway departments and local government. Secured funding in Community Crossings Matching Grant Program and Federal Aid Projects. Obtained Road Builder Certification through Indiana LTAP and ERC Certified in Basic and Bridge. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Lawrence County Highway Department
Bedford, IN
01.2022 - 05.2024
Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
Reviewed project proposals, estimates, schedules and contracts related to the project.
Prepared and submitted grant applications including Community Crossings Matching Grant and Federal Aid Projects.
Submitted Local Quarterly Reports for Federal Aid Projects.
Communicated with INDOT and Consultants to ensure all documentation was submitted in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
Prepared RFP's and bid documents for new projects by analyzing specifications and other documentation related to the project.
Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings and fixtures.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Assistant Superintendent/Bookkeeper
Lawrence County Highway Department
Bedford, IN
01.2007 - 01.2022
Compiled current budget data from estimated revenues, expenses and prior budgets.
Create and maintain a budget of $5 Million.
Provided guidance and support to staff in order to meet departmental goals.
Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
Prepared budgets and wages.
Performed month-end closing activities.
Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
Managed payroll processing for staff members.
Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
Reported and balanced accounts with the Auditor's Office.
Assisted State Board of Accounts with the annual audit.
Completed and submitted tax forms, workers' comp forms, and claims filed by the general public.
Accessed financial information to answer questions and gather details about specific accounts.
Assistant Bookkeeper/Clerk
Lawrence County Highway Department
Bedford, IN
03.2000 - 01.2007
Processed accounts payable transactions, including verifying accuracy of vendor invoices and entering data into system.
Created new vendor profiles in the accounting system when necessary.
Prioritized tasks, addressing urgent tasks first and interacted regularly with other staff members to maintain current knowledge of big picture and priorities.
Provided administrative support to the Bookkeeper by filing documents and preparing reports.
Greeted visitors in a friendly and professional manner while directing them appropriately.
Provided administrative support such as creating memos, emails, letters as requested by management.
Utilized computer software programs to create reports, labels, forms.
Generated daily reports of account balances.
Answered phones in a courteous manner while providing excellent customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bedford North Lawrence High School
Bedford, IN
05-1996
Skills
Staff Management
Project Management
Inventory Tracking
Invoice Processing
Financial Recordkeeping
Accounts Payable
Bookkeeping
Organizational Skills
Adaptability
Time management abilities
Budget Preparation
Timeline
Superintendent
Lawrence County Highway Department
01.2022 - 05.2024
Assistant Superintendent/Bookkeeper
Lawrence County Highway Department
01.2007 - 01.2022
Assistant Bookkeeper/Clerk
Lawrence County Highway Department
03.2000 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
Bedford North Lawrence High School
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