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Florice Spencer

Washington

Summary

20+ years in USDA, Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) with management, recruitment, budget and administrative experience. Highly experienced in advanced management principles and practices, organizational theory, strategic planning, program and project management, analytical and evaluation methods and budget theories, techniques, systems, processes and procedures. Mastery in performing a wide variety of analytical and evaluation studies, reports and other products related to resource utilization efficiency, management control, short and long range planning, and organizational and service enhancement.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Director

USDA, FSIS, Resource Management and Financial Plan
12.2023 - 04.2025
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members.
  • Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with Agency's mission and vision.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to successfully execute large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Monitored performance metrics, analyzing trends to identify areas requiring attention or improvement.
  • Collaborated with other department senior executives to ensure smooth functioning of organizational activities.
  • Improved coordination and communications across organization to increase operational efficiency.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance across all departments through diligent monitoring of policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Enhanced communication within the organization through regular inter-departmental meetings and updates.
  • Prepared and submitted accurate, timely management and financial reports and project budgets for the program's 800 million dollar allocation in Excel from the Agency financial system.
  • Managed budgets and financial resources effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact.
  • Developed thought leadership around specific topics and emerging practice areas in support of budget, financial and operational goals.
  • Directed 10 District Offices program budget operations and human capital plans for the projected fiscal year.
  • Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving employee satisfaction, engagement, and retention rates.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to facilitate successful collaborations on joint projects.
  • Turned mandates into actionable operational strategies.
  • Represented Agency at industry conferences and events.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to Senior Executive Managers and Agency shareholders.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
  • Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.

Senior Program Analyst

USDA, FSIS, Resource Management and Financial Plan
12.2004 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw project management efforts, ensuring timely completion of projects within allocated budgets and scope.
  • Collaborated with Agency Human Resources and Training Division to accomplish key objectives.
  • Optimized team productivity by providing ongoing training and support for District staff members.
  • Implemented technology solutions that improved workflow efficiency and reduced operational costs.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven approaches, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
  • Advanced professional development opportunities for district staff members through targeted training programs designed to build skills essential for success in their roles.
  • Modernized operations with strategic process improvements.
  • Researched industry trends to project the organization's approach to future staffing projections.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Oversaw Agency changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
  • Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with Agency mission and vision.
  • Monitored performance metrics, analyzing trends to identify areas requiring attention or improvement.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance across all departments through diligent monitoring of policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Increased overall efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Determined agenda, developed plans and oversaw implementation of programs and updates.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.

Supervisory Resource Manager

USDA Food Safety Inspection Service, Beltsville District
12.2002 - 12.2004
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient management processes and policies.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members.
  • Improved coordination and communications across organization to increase operational efficiency.
  • Managed budgets and financial resources effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact for 500 field employees and 250 slaughter establishments.
  • Liaised between District Office and Industry and managed networking relationships with the Natinal Joint Council union partners.
  • Turned mandates into actionable operational strategies.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with Agency mission and vision.

Resource Management Specialist

USDA Food Safety Inspection Service, Beltsville District
10.2000 - 12.2002
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient management processes and policies.
  • Improved coordination and communications across organization to increase operational efficiency.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.

Education

Master Of Human Resource Development - Human Resources Development

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
05.1997

Bachelor Of Science - Psychology

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
05.1991

Skills

  • Recruitment
  • Interviewing
  • Pre-employment screening
  • Talent management
  • Resource allocation
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Project management
  • Advance Excel knowledge
  • Cost analysis
  • Budget control
  • Attention to detail
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Deputy Director

USDA, FSIS, Resource Management and Financial Plan
12.2023 - 04.2025

Senior Program Analyst

USDA, FSIS, Resource Management and Financial Plan
12.2004 - 12.2023

Supervisory Resource Manager

USDA Food Safety Inspection Service, Beltsville District
12.2002 - 12.2004

Resource Management Specialist

USDA Food Safety Inspection Service, Beltsville District
10.2000 - 12.2002

Master Of Human Resource Development - Human Resources Development

Bowie State University

Bachelor Of Science - Psychology

Bowie State University

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