Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Cheri Radeker

PARKER,CO

Summary

Dynamic and seasoned Paralegal, Director, and Administration Professional with over 23 years of proven experience in elevating productivity, efficiency, and service quality across a broad spectrum of environments. A highly reliable and ethical support specialist and leader, I seamlessly blend advanced organizational, technical, and business acumen to drive success. I excel in fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring exceptional operational performance and a commitment to service excellence.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Special District Adminstration

Shea Properties
06.2017 - Current
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies, monitoring performance, and resolving any issues that may arise. Address disputes and work to find solutions, effectively resolving disagreements. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to keep them informed about the status of contracts and any relevant issues.
  • Maintain a tracking record of contracts related to the districts and the company, providing a drafted summary sheet each month to the Board of Directors for ratification of all associated contracts.
  • Manage the administration of critical processes in support of Colorado Metropolitan District Boards, including easement and license agreements, district budgeting, and the coordination and execution of district activities and events.
  • Oversee the administrative and operational functions of individual districts. Collaborate with various district management teams to assist with improving operational efficiency.
  • Help develop and promote policies and procedures.
  • Ensure proper management of district files, including record retention and retrieval systems.
  • Serve as the Project Manager for the installation and monitoring of security system fire alarms for key buildings within the Meridian Metro Districts. Work alongside IT and security companies to ensure the safety and security of applicable facilities within the district.
  • Coordinate with the South Metro Fire Department to conduct inspections of buildings and facilities for fire hazards, ensuring compliance with fire codes while maintaining appropriate records.
  • Oversee all operations necessary to maintain and improve the office building, equipment, and supplies, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for employees and visitors.
  • Perform a wide range of administrative, financial, and service-related functions.
  • Keep physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.

Executive Director - Board of County Commissioners

Elbert County Government
11.1999 - 03.2013
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
  • Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
  • Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
  • Worked with the County Legal team to ensure all contracts are tracked, maintained and documented in the contract management spreadsheets.
  • Main technical advisor to the council on overall governmental operations.
  • Public relations, such as meeting with citizens, citizen groups, businesses, and other stakeholders.
  • Operating the county with a professional understanding of how all county functions operate together to their best effect.
  • Preparation, monitoring, and execution of the county budget, which includes submitting each year to the council a proposed budget package with options and recommendations for its consideration and possible approval.
  • Provided recommendations to the Commissioners with respect to statutory guidelines pertaining to meetings, postings and public notifications pursuant to the “sunshine laws”. Advised the Commissioner Chair and County Attorney of upcoming agendas and provided all information needed to include, meeting prospective presenters and created the upcoming agenda for the Commissioners.
  • Prepared and presented county budgets for various departments and funds to include, the Board of County Commissioners, Budget and Finance, Human Resource and assisted to oversee budget and expenditure of all offices with a direct report to the Commissioners.
  • Served as Custodian of Records; retrieved all requested information in response to applicable request and delivered applicable information to authorized users.
  • Established recruiting, testing, and interview programs; counseled managers, directors and Sheriff Office on candidate selection.
  • Communicated, organized and hosted open enrollment. Assisted with employee awareness of benefits offered, by studying and assessing benefit needs and trends.
  • Ensured the County was legally compliant by obtaining up to date information from the Federal Wage and Hour Division, for both civilian and non-civilian employees.
  • Monitored and implemented applicable human resources Federal and State regulatory requirements; conducted investigations; maintained records and when necessary, represented the county during unemployment hearings.
  • Provided executive level administrative, supervisory and public contact work necessary to directly supervise the administrative offices to include, the budget and finance departments, human relations assistant and various offices with direct report to the County Commissioners.

Education

Certificate - Paralegal Studies

University of Northern Colorado - Denver
Denver, CO

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Project management
  • Strategies and goals
  • Project coordination
  • Employee development
  • Organizational development
  • Contract negotiation
  • Business administration
  • Facilities management
  • Contractual compliance management

Accomplishments

    During my current employment at Shea Properties, I accomplished several notable objectives:

    1. Collaborated closely with both the district's attorney and the company attorney to establish a comprehensive contract management process. This initiative included the development of templates and various exhibit documentation to facilitate the ease of use for project managers.

    2. Implemented an employee appreciation program aimed at enhancing employee morale and recognition within the organization.

    3. Served as the appointed project manager responsible for the establishment of a security system for multiple office buildings located within the metro districts.

    4. Collaborated with a team to revise and develop the existing emergency preparedness plan, as well as to contribute to the mandates of the safety program.

    During my extensive tenure at Elbert County, I achieved several significant accomplishments:

    1. Established the current hours of operation, which are set at 36 hours per week, resulting in the preservation of over 35 employee positions and a sustained cost savings to the County exceeding $1,000,000.00.

    2. Revised, developed, and presented the County's currently utilized Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, contributing to continued savings of $785,000.00.

    3. Implemented and directed the Employee Wellness Program, which facilitated a 4% reduction in premiums for the years 2009, 2010, and 2011.

    4. Received the Employee of the Year award in 2010.

    5. Obtained a Letter of Recognition from the Elbert County Sheriff for my budgetary contributions, which assisted with the statutorily required Warrant Clerk position.

Certification

  • Currently in process to test for my Contract Management Certification
  • Finished Level 1 of 3 - Project Management Certification
  • Mediation and Conflict Resolution Certification


Timeline

Director of Special District Adminstration

Shea Properties
06.2017 - Current

Executive Director - Board of County Commissioners

Elbert County Government
11.1999 - 03.2013

Certificate - Paralegal Studies

University of Northern Colorado - Denver

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