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Earnest Graham Jr.

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Forward-thinking professional with many years of experience driving goal achievement and improvements through operational oversight. Instrumental in devising and updating operations policies and procedures by analyzing reports, reviewing customer feedback, and collaborating with other key leaders. Pragmatic when identifying areas for improvement and creating effective solutions.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Alachua County Schools
Gainesville , FL
02.2024 - Current
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.

Chairman

Planning and Zoning Commission Board
Wauchula, FL
11.2021 - 11.2023
  • Worked effortlessly to create and implement new effective and efficient zoning laws for the county that had not been updated since 1973
  • Made recommendations to the City Council on rezoning applications, special use permits, and changes to the City's Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Ordinance
  • Protected public health and general welfare, provided adequate light and air quality to the county, prevent overcrowding of land
  • Worked effortlessly to create and implement policies and procedures to avoid undue concentration of population
  • Facilitated the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements
  • Conserved the value of buildings and encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout the county in accordance with the comprehensive zoning ordinance

General Project Manager

Kinro, Inc
Wauchula, FL
02.2020 - 09.2023
  • Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management
  • Took ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle
  • Developed and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders
  • Provided direct supervision & technical guidance to Linemen, Apprentices and Groundmen performing maintenance & construction on all electrical distribution and associated equipment projects
  • Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on-site for the project to include crew mobilization
  • Communicated directly with General Foremen, Superintendents, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Line Crews and other project personnel as required
  • Developed and implemented equipment strategies, maintenance and repair programs to meet the company's operating needs and assure smooth and cost efficient operations within the business unit
  • Ensured that fleet vehicles are operated in compliance with the policies of the company and within the rules and regulations governing authorities with focus on the preservation of safety and security
  • Used tools and software to track fleet metrics and monitor performance against established goals

Director of Compliance & Ast. Program Director

Florida Institute of Neurologic Rehabilitation
Wauchula, FL
07.2013 - 02.2020
  • Coordinated compliance projects to promote the system's compliance program and strategy
  • Conducted internal monitoring activities pursuant to the corporate compliance program to review specific functional areas of compliance with applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and compliance program requirements
  • Supported development and execution of annual auditing and monitoring plans based on identified risk areas to promote adherence to applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and compliance program requirements
  • Conducted internal monitoring activities pursuant to the corporate compliance program to review specific functional areas of compliance with applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and compliance program requirements
  • Provided internal audit as well as reports for JACO as well as CARF, DCF
  • Facilitated resolution of complaints, concerns, appeals, and grievances relative to compliance issues by answering calls and working with appropriate departments
  • Collaborated with appropriate personnel for the development, review, and implementation of compliance-related policies, procedures, educational initiatives, or workflows relating to clinical, billing, coding, or other activities pertinent to the Compliance Program
  • Developed, analyzed, inputted, and maintained the Compliance Office database
  • Participated in networking and learning opportunities to remain current with evidenced-based practices.
  • Reviewed contracts, documents, products and services for potential legal risks or liabilities.
  • Utilized risk management techniques and business knowledge to improve compliance programs.

Clinical Coordinator

Florida Civil Commitment Center
Arcadia, FL
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Performed all duties within HIPAA regulations for over 1800 residents and 690 staff members
  • Coordinated a critical role in ensuring that all supervisory visits are conducted in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements
  • Developed a schedule for auditing supervisory visits and providing feedback and support to clinical supervisors, the Clinical Coordinator can help to ensure that clients receive high-quality care and that the organization maintains its regulatory compliance
  • Communicated with case management companies via an EDWP notification form in accordance with relevant regulations and standards
  • Prepared clinical instructor's materials for assessment and evaluation
  • Ensured the activities in a health care establishment to ensure quality patient care and improve medical practices
  • Communicated medical results to patients under clinical supervision
  • Sterilized instruments in accordance with OSHA requirements
  • Completed timely and accurate documentation of patient visits

Business Analyst Internal Procurement

Office Depot
Boca Raton, FL
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Assisted with training, identifying gaps, documenting new business processes, writing functional design documents, testing, data migration, reporting, and recommending and building the solution in D365 F&O
  • Supported the Supply Chain team on creating monthly executive decks, weekly report out, and metric creation
  • Worked cross-functionally to identify process improvements, build mechanisms to ensure accuracy and influence others to ensure that the SCM team is meeting business goals and providing the highest level of customer experience
  • Managed weekly and monthly data to monitor supplier performance, identify cost reduction opportunities, and create competition
  • Supported operational activities of supplier management including communicating and resolving daily issues between internal organizations and suppliers

Director of Security Operations

AW Universal Services
Gainesville, FL
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Traveled to multiple locations/sites to oversee and assist with customer(s)
  • Ensured contract deliverables are met on time
  • Responsible for successful client relations Act as the primary liaison between security, and the client representatives
  • Ensured accounts are managed efficiently and profitably
  • Managed the payroll process
  • While also handling personnel files, operations and training) Addressed disciplinary problems and work with HR to investigate any issues
  • Prepared workflow for scheduling
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, guidelines pertaining to cybersecurity and physical security.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Assessed existing operational processes and identified areas for improvement in terms of physical and cybersecurity infrastructure.
  • Developed strategies to prevent crimes with educational and community-based initiatives.
  • Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
  • Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Healthcare Administration

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2019

Masters of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management

Wharton School of Business
Pennsylvania, PA
01.2006

Masters of Arts - Public Health

Florida International University
Miami, FL
01.2004

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Project implementation
  • Behavior management
  • Budget management
  • Operational planning
  • Policy development
  • Risk management
  • Facility management
  • Healthcare law
  • Emergency readiness
  • Crisis management

Associations Affiliations

  • President, Hardee Football and Cheer, 01/01/10, 01/01/23
  • Board Member, Hardee Athletic Foundation, 01/01/16, 01/01/23
  • Board Member, Florida State Fair, 01/01/19, 01/01/21
  • President, Economic Development Council, 01/01/15, 01/01/20
  • Chairman, Blue Key, 01/01/17, 01/01/21
  • Vice President, Mid-Florida Development Council, 01/01/13, 01/01/18

Appointments Positions

  • Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission Board, Wauchula, FL, 11/01/21, 11/01/23, Worked effortlessly to create and implement new effective and efficient zoning laws for the county that had not been updated since 1973, Made recommendations to the City Council on rezoning applications, special use permits, and changes to the City's Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Ordinance, Protected public health and general welfare, provided adequate light and air quality to the county, prevent overcrowding of land, Worked effortlessly to create and implement policies and procedures to avoid undue concentration of population, Facilitated the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements, Conserved the value of buildings and encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout the county in accordance with the comprehensive zoning ordinance

Timeline

Teacher

Alachua County Schools
02.2024 - Current

Chairman

Planning and Zoning Commission Board
11.2021 - 11.2023

General Project Manager

Kinro, Inc
02.2020 - 09.2023

Director of Compliance & Ast. Program Director

Florida Institute of Neurologic Rehabilitation
07.2013 - 02.2020

Clinical Coordinator

Florida Civil Commitment Center
01.2011 - 01.2013

Business Analyst Internal Procurement

Office Depot
01.2004 - 01.2008

Director of Security Operations

AW Universal Services
01.2001 - 01.2004

Doctor of Philosophy - Healthcare Administration

Capella University

Masters of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management

Wharton School of Business

Masters of Arts - Public Health

Florida International University

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