Resourceful federal realty specialist with expertise in acquisitions, negotiations, and agency coordination. Demonstrated understanding of laws and regulations. Skilled in building lasting relationships through strong interpersonal skills. Volunteer experience reflects a commitment to communication, service, and thriving in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Realty Specialist
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
Omaha, United States
02.2023 - Current
Company Overview: This is a federal job
Lead Realty Specialist in performing title curative actions for an estimated 400 tracts over the life cycle of the program; USACE cannot meet DOJ Title Standards without the successful execution of curative actions, even in condemnation proceedings
This role requires coordination with local and national banks, civilian and military leadership, and a keen mind ready to learn new areas of real estate practice, and most importantly, this also requires savvy interpersonal skills because USACE requires the expeditious cooperation of banks so that USACE can meet the performance metrics outlined to the USAF
Summarizes and searches various spectrum of relevant legal and non-legal materials for use by attorneys in the preparation of title opinions, recommendation memoranda, and other legal documents
Advises appropriate staff about status of reports, correspondence, and interagency request
Curative work requires analysis of property owner data and title records for my program; I must further be able to develop and propose resolutions for problems relating to title curative actions
My work requires that I be able to develop and synthesize facts and/or resolving support problems in one or more Real Estate specialties and lines of work; preparing complex documents, reports and briefings; utilizing a database system (REMIS, Teams, SAW, PROJECT WISE) to query and retrieve information
Competitively selected to become a Realty Specialist for the Sentinel Program Branch in Omaha District Real Estate
Prepares, drafts, and edits correspondence by researching specific problem
Continues to serve as an administrative lead for Real Estate office operational contracting actions, budgetary actions, hiring and related RPA actions, and training coordination
As the office card holder, I must have a sound basis of knowledge in budgetary rules regulations, directives, and of fiscal law to ensure programs stay within budget
Completed IRWA course in Negotiations
Received certificate of completion from Public Affair's Communication Course
Completed 217 compliance inspections in FY 24
This is a federal job
Supervisor: Deborah Lord (757-348-8212)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Administrative Support Assistant
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
Omaha, United States
01.2021 - 02.2023
Company Overview: This is a federal job
Coordinated guest speakers, arranged announcements and marketing, and coordinates logistics for the various training activities
Provided assistance in contacting appropriate military and/or civilian legal offices for services
Reviewed all incoming correspondence, legislation, regulations and other material, determines whether clearance material has been properly routed, if the subject material or related material has undergone prior review in the office and recommended to the office director supervisor the appropriate staff to conduct the review
Drafted correspondence on their own initiative or at the direction of the supervisor in response to public inquiries of a general nature concerning programs of the office or the specific activities of the office
Assembled and organized facts, data and information on programs as background for meetings, hearings, briefings, and reports
Assisted in providing logistical support for briefings of individuals and organizations
Responsible for providing administrative support for the office
This included preparation of travel authorizations and vouchers after completion of trips
Responsible for assessing office's supply and equipment needs, preparing requisitions and necessary and tracking status of supply and equipment orders
Applied knowledge of a wide range of social work principles, concepts, and practices relating to personnel actions
Using a knowledge of laws, regulations, executive orders, issues, etc., to include the Army organizational structure
Responsible for performing tasks related to word processing for the office, - including preparing, assembling, and proofreading correspondence, reports, and manuscripts in a manner consistent with established formats and guidelines
Served as a point of contact with outside parties, and, as such, are responsible for accurately routing inquiries to the proper staff within or outside of the office
Coordinated between internal and external agencies pertaining to mission essential needs
This included the knowledge of how to obtain the full range of support services, such as requisition of supplies, maintenance and printing services, and various types of personnel and training actions
Performed non-routine assignments, drafted brief responses to routine correspondence, and located information in files and prepared summary reports
Worked closely with CPAC, EEO and executive office with personnel actions
Exercised confidentiality when processing or executing personnel date, files or correspondence
Worked collaboratively with others to support and promote prevention activities related to sexual assault and reporting
Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and required formats sufficient to recognize and correct errors in correspondence and reports
Knowledge of the organization functions and procedures of the Department to perform such duties as mail distribution and control, referred phone calls, received and or referred visitors and provided general information
Understood assignments, performed productive and accurate work, made sound judgments within the area of responsibility, solved problems in reasonable and logical ways and had a general ability to plan, organize, and carry out routine and recurring assignments on a timely basis with only general supervision
Ability to effectively deal with frequent interruptions and changing priorities among multiple activities which required quick and effective action under conditions of heavy pressure; anticipated necessary actions or developed appropriate information as may be required; and have no difficulty in adjusting multiple assignments around top priority assignments
Purchased supplies for 89 employee's both in office and remote
Assisted in running errands to find supplies and mailing items to the correct offices
Replaced necessary toner in printers and restocked paper when supplies were low
Attended training advance training for Sexual Assault Awareness and Advocacy
Completed and received a certifcate from UNO for a class on managing teams effectively
This is a federal job
Supervisor: Rick Noel (402-995-2832)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Realty Assistant
USACE
Omaha, United States
09.2020 - 07.2021
Company Overview: This is a federal job
Performed a variety of administrative and clerical duties in support of personnel management, preparation and control, training, purchasing, files management, reports, and MASTER card holder processing and administration
Exercised a thorough knowledge of the regulations, procedures, and processes governing the entire Division organization's structure, staffing, functions, and services in order to coordinate, initiate, and provide the required personnel and administrative support
Executed over 100 correspondence MOU's, MOA's, and congressional letters
Provided guidance to and assists organizational personnel on such matters as budget, purchasing, training, vehicle and property management, records management, etc., and is considered the organization's resident expert on these subjects
Worked with Realty Specialist in filing and maintaining documents within REMIS
Completed 231 compliance inspection task in REMIS
Assisted in correspondence for license, permits, right of ways and easements
This is a federal job
Supervisor: Rick Noel ((402) 250-4284)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Special Education Paraprofessional
Birchrest Elementary School
Bellevue, United States
01.2020 - 03.2020
Assisted teachers and provided administrative teaching support in First, Second and Third grade classrooms
Supervised students outside of the classroom and on the playground
Incorporated games and activities to dissolve problematic situations
Reinforced lessons presented by a teacher by reviewing them with students in a small group or on an individual basis
Taught 5 students in a one on one basis to assist in learning English as their second language
Helped teachers create materials and prepare for and conduct their lesson plans
Encouraged proper behavior and enforced school rules and regulations
Helped with all program assemblies
Helped teachers grade assignments and tests
Consulted with students on areas of improvement needed or help in understanding the missed items
Supervised students both in a classroom and outside the classroom such as at recess or on field trips
Helped minimize classroom disruptions and provide an encouraging environment
Assisted teachers in tracking a student's year progress and create reports to share with their parents
Attended parent/teacher conferences for over 50 students and gave feedback for progress throughout the year
Applied knowledge of a training in victim advocacy based on policy and procedures of being a mandatory reporter
Supervisor: Ron (402-293-4635)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Customer Service Lead
TARGET
Bellevue, United States
08.2019 - 01.2020
Greeted customers and ascertain their needs such as directing them to the correct department, finding an item in store or assisting in questions
Responded to customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and professional manner while assuring management was aware of the issue
Provided product and service information to customers by utilizing the catalog for coupons, age restrictions, product details or availability in store
Processed customer orders and payments in a timely manner and with efficiency
Resolved customer service issues according to protocol and procedures
Reported any necessary incidents and wrote a report for an accidentals in the store
Conducted safety reviews after each accident in store
Maintained customer records and accounts while keeping their personal identifiable information confidential
Assisted with product displays and merchandising
Ensured customer safety and regulations were practiced when setting up displays and merchandising
Monitored customer feedback and suggested improvements to managerial staff based on customer feedback
Assisted with inventory management and stocking backroom shelves with incoming merchandise
Moved necessary merchandise and restocked all missing supplies
Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures
Participated in team meetings and training sessions such as EEO, Sexual Assault Awareness and reporting procedures
Developed and maintain relationships with customers through engagement while they shopped
Offered assistance in finding items in the store and in loading merchandise
Supervisor: Jay Morris (402-291-6747)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Contact me first
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Tea Time Mobile Massage
MILDENHALL, United Kingdom
10.2017 - 12.2018
Continued learning and seeking training for advance services for clients such as training deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, and prenatal massage
Recorded clients information and kept the strictest confidence in matters concerning patients health
Advised and directed clients to services available in the community for various health conditions
Volunteered services for community events and training for students
Provided administrative support with the school as a volunteer
Followed local procedures and laws
Kept advised of any changes in policies and procedures
Volunteered services at RAF Mildenhall, RAF Lakenheath and RAF Feltwell when SARC events were being held
Assisted in finding health services for clients for troublesome areas of the body
Attended refresher training for volunteer victim advocates
Volunteered and worked collaboratively with other officials and SARC personnel to support and promote prevention activities related to sexual harassment, sexist attitudes, and beliefs contributing to the continuum of harm
Supervisor: Christy Hale (5312185966)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Education
Technical or occupational certificate -
Jackie Hamilton School of Massage
Norwich, United Kingdom
10.2016
Skills
Construction management
Property Inspection
Title Examination
Real Estate Law
Facilities Management
Escrow management
Community Engagement
Clerical Support
Volunteer Recruitment
Filing
Adaptability and Dependability
Attention to Detail
Public Speaking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Recordkeeping and Confidentiality
Supply Coordination
Project Oversight
Community Service
Budgeting and finance
Conflict Resolution
First Aid/CPR
Training & Development Coordinator
Affiliations
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers - Realty Specialist
Kim's Foundation - Volunteer
Benson First Friday's - Volunteer
Certification
Swedish Massage certificate
Prenatal Massage certificate
Deep tissue massage certificate
References
Jeff Vanstone, USAF, MSGT, (402) 294-3334, Jeffrey.van_stone@af.us.mil
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