Resolute workforce development professional with nearly three years of experience as a Grant Regional Navigator, achieving a 70% job placement rate by connecting individuals in rural Nevada with training, resources, and sustainable employment. I am skilled in career navigation, employer engagement, and barrier reduction, with a proven ability to build strong partnerships with community colleges, service providers, and industry stakeholders.
Well-prepared to excel as a Tech Hub Navigator by leveraging expertise in grant-funded workforce programs, community outreach, and WIOA-aligned initiatives. Adept at supporting participants’ access to high-demand industries, coordinating employers to identify career pathways, and driving equitable workforce growth across Northern Nevada.
Provide career navigation and job placement services across rural Northern Nevada, achieving a 70% job placement rate for program participants.
Recruit and enroll individuals in training and employment opportunities, while coordinating with employers, community colleges, and workforce partners.
Support participants in overcoming employment barriers, including transportation, financial, and skill-development needs.
Deliver outreach, workshops, and one-on-one coaching to improve employability skills, such as resume writing, interviewing, and job search strategies.
Collaborate with local service providers, employers, and government agencies to expand access to workforce opportunities, and drive regional economic growth.
Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in a controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock, while allowing for high-volume traffic zones.
Received deliveries, scanned packages, and updated orders in the internal database. Reviewed the inventory sheet against shipments received, and alerted the manager of discrepancies.
Dual Role Sales Manager: recruited, trained, and led a successful top sales staff while managing new and used inventory.
Desked and closed deals, completed finance paperwork, and built strong, long-term customer relationships.
Collaborated with banks to maximize profitability and secure competitive financing options.
Consistently exceeded sales goals, drove revenue growth, and earned numerous positive customer reviews.
Promoted through progressive sales and finance leadership roles.
Recruited, trained, and managed sales teams, while overseeing new and used inventory.
Negotiated and closed deals, consistently exceeding sales goals, and maintaining above-average PRU.
Built strong relationships with customers and lenders, while building a strong sales team.
Recognized for strong customer service, negotiation, and revenue growth skills.
Served as a business consultant to program managers, advising on purchasing and contracting processes.
Reviewed, negotiated, and approved purchase orders, subcontracts, and binding agreements up to $50K, with oversight of contracts valued in the millions.
Managed the corporate credit card with a $50K limit, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and proper financial controls.
Developed and administered Small Business goals, prioritizing partnerships with disadvantaged businesses.
Analyzed engineers' technical specifications to support construction and service projects at the installation.
Prepared and monitored annual county budgets, and developed revenue projections.
Managed county grants, ensuring compliance with reporting and funding requirements.
Oversaw payroll operations, including payroll processing, insurance reporting, 941 deposits, quarterly wage reporting, PACT billing, and W-2 preparation.