Brianna Kanabrocki
Point Pleasant,NJ
Summary
As an experienced Administrative Analyst 1 and Grants Specialist with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, I am seeking the Administrative Analyst 2, Disaster Recovery position. I aim to leverage my expertise in grants planning and administration, developed through my tenure at the New Jersey State Police, to contribute effectively to disaster recovery efforts and enhance community resilience in the Emergency Management Section.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Analyst 1
New Jersey State Police, Office of Emergency Management, Recovery Bureau, Hazard Mitigation Unit
03.2023 - Current
- Implemented and administered multiple grant programs, including Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP); Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA); Building Resilient Infrastructure Communities (BRIC); Pre-Disaster Mitigation (L-PDM).
- Assisted federal, state, and local government partners in managing FEMA hazard mitigation grant programs.
- Provided assistance to local/state officials on compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Monitored sub-grantee performance and reviewed reimbursement requests to ensure compliance and eligibility.
- Guided sub-applicants through the grant application process, conducted QA/QC, and prepared financial documents.
- Delivered presentations and maintained essential records and files.
- Utilized various grant management systems (NJEMGrants, e-Grants, SharePoint) to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance.
Senior Mortgage Loan Originator
Oceanside Mortgage Company
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Provided financial advice on mortgage loans.
- Determined appropriate rate locks, issuance of disclosures, overage and underage waivers, and fee waivers.
- Executed loan origination process, including credit reports, appraisals, and preliminary title reports.
- Analyzed applicants’ financial status, credit, and property evaluation to determine loan feasibility.
- Originated loans and assisted credit officers with complex loan applications.
Bookkeeper/ Cashier
Nature’s Reward Farm Market
09.2013 - 03.2023
- Operate cash registers, balancing the cash register drawer, manage financial transactions, and provide outstanding customer service.
- Supervised and trained new employees to maintain productivity and become efficient customer service clerks.
- Organize weekly schedules for all employees considering vacation time and days off.
- Managed employees' hours to deliver to payroll.
Sales Consultant
Image Sun Tanning Salon
12.2016 - 05.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service and maintained a clean salon environment.
- Operated and maintained tanning equipment; educated clients on products.
- Managed inventory and updated the computer system with client information.
- Assisted in marketing efforts and collaborated with staff for business growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ08.2019
Skills
- Grants Planning and Administration: Extensive experience in managing and implementing grant programs, including HMGP, FMA, and BRIC
- Analytical and Evaluative Abilities: Proven ability to perform creative, analytical, and evaluative work that supports disaster recovery initiatives
- Project Management: Skilled in coordinating and managing multiple projects simultaneously to ensure timely and effective outcomes
- Communication and Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a track record of fostering collaboration across sub-recipients
- Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented with a strong ability to analyze complex information and produce accurate reports
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
- Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make informed decisions in high-pressure situations
- Public Administration Knowledge: Understanding of public administration principles, particularly in the context of disaster recovery and emergency management
Certification
- Public Assistance Program and Eligibility, FEMA Independent Study (IS-1000)
- Introduction to Hazard Mitigation, FEMA Independent Study (IS-393.B)
- FEMA Course L0273: Managing Floodplain Development through the NFIP- Issued May 2023
- FEMA Course E0212: Hazard Mitigation Assistance: Developing Quality Application Elements- Issued July 2025
- ESRI: Introduction to GIS Using ArcGIS- Issued October 2025
Timeline
Administrative Analyst 1
New Jersey State Police, Office of Emergency Management, Recovery Bureau, Hazard Mitigation Unit
03.2023 - Current
Senior Mortgage Loan Originator
Oceanside Mortgage Company
06.2020 - 03.2023
Sales Consultant
Image Sun Tanning Salon
12.2016 - 05.2022
Bookkeeper/ Cashier
Nature’s Reward Farm Market
09.2013 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Monmouth University