David Sierra
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Encouraging Director guiding 3 grant funded programs to success through team building, empathic motivation and unwavering support. In depth knowledge of team dynamics, creating actionable plans, and continuous quality improvement. Talented relationship builder through trust based communication skills. Committed to the development of plans and protocols that maximize the organization’s ability to excel. Seeking a position where professional skill set can meet a creative space to construct a unique client experience and propel the growth of the company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Associate Director of Grant Programs
The Parenting Center
2024.01 - Current
- Coordinated the expanding of program(s) awareness, partnership/recruitment strategies, interagency staff culture enhancement
- Mastered all the behind the scenes data, reporting, budget analysis and management of 3 federal grant programs, an estimated 3 million dollar budget.
- Championed a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving approaches throughout the organization.
- Led a team of 8+ professionals to reach program goals, effectively complete projects and continuously improve program delivery.
Associate Director
The Parenting Center
2022.11 - 2024.01
- Led teams of up to 6 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations and increasing staff morale.
Program Specialist II
Cook Children's, Child Study Center - Behavior Disorders Clinic
2020.10 - 2022.11
- Supported the department's Behavior Analyst by coaching our team of behavior technicians through on the job training, providing feedback, being readily available to answer questions, provide support, and lead on cases on a regular basis
- Provided behavior technicians with a line of communication for all questions and assistance regarding established treatment protocols and parent concerns
- Influenced and developed changes in training material for both parents and staff and materials for treatment for patients
- Monitored staff to ensure the implementation of treatment plans, patient and family experience was above standard and team morale was positive.
Sales Associate
Kay Jewelers
2019.07 - 2020.12
- Generated $68,000+ in sales by effectively communicating with customers and tailoring their experience to exceed their specific wants and needs
- Aided upper management clerically by storing files, updating and maintaining customer profiles and product inventory
- Crafted relationships with customers by approaching the sale with transparency which in turn elevated the image of the brand in the consumers’ mind and created habitual repeat customers.
Lead Instructor
Denton ISD – Extended School Day
2018.02 - 2019.05
- Supported a safe environment for students in a title 1 school to learn in, interact and express themselves with older and younger peers during after school hours
- Illustrate team values across all activities so that students could practice people skills, collaborate with others and effectively begin to learn how to work in teams
- Supervised instructors, designed and administered activities, such as coding, crafts, gym games etc
- For them to implement and engage the students in
- Mastered all administrative duties such as, attendance records, documentations for accomplishments, incident reports and late pickups
- Resolved parent questions and concerns in an empathetic matter while providing logical responses.
Crewmember/Manager
Whataburger
2016.06 - 2017.08
- Guided various employees through training of all positions and policies and produced multiple in manager-in-training positions
- Led entire shift operations, including crew, finances, sales, and customer service to meet and exceed company standards
- Accomplished employee satisfaction and quality productivity and service by creating a safe and pleasurable work environment that maximized efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05.2020
Skills
- Program Evaluation and Improvements
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Budget Oversight
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Data-driven decision-making
- Customer Relationship Management
- Training and Development
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. Associate Director of Grant Programs
The Parenting Center
2024.01 - Current
Associate Director
The Parenting Center
2022.11 - 2024.01
Program Specialist II
Cook Children's, Child Study Center - Behavior Disorders Clinic
2020.10 - 2022.11
Sales Associate
Kay Jewelers
2019.07 - 2020.12
Lead Instructor
Denton ISD – Extended School Day
2018.02 - 2019.05
Crewmember/Manager
Whataburger
2016.06 - 2017.08
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Texas
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