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Jacqueline Smiley

Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

Dynamic House Manager with a proven track record at A Mother’s Hope, excelling in crisis intervention and exceptional organization. Enhanced family satisfaction through proactive household management and effective communication. Skilled in preventive maintenance and decision-making, ensuring a secure and efficient environment while fostering strong relationships with family members.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience

Work History

House Manager

A Mother’s Hope
02.2022 - 02.2025
  • Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in plans or circumstances without compromising on quality or results.
  • Anticipated needs of family members by staying informed about their preferences, schedules, and priorities.
  • Enhanced family satisfaction with household management by addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
  • Ensured security protocols were followed throughout the property, maintaining a safe environment for family members at all times.

Lieutenant

Allen County Sheriff Department
07.1978 - 01.2012
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
  • Managed personnel for optimal productivity, ensuring proper training and adherence to protocols.
  • Developed strategic plans to achieve departmental goals, aligning resources and personnel effectively.
  • Assisted in recruitment efforts to build a strong team of dedicated professionals focused on achieving success together.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Established clear expectations for staff members through effective communication and goal setting techniques.
  • Increased team cohesion with regular communication, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Provided support during critical situations or emergencies when needed while maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, increasing overall effectiveness.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements in daily operations, maintaining high standards of performance.
  • Facilitated meetings that encouraged open dialogue between team members, fostering collaboration and idea-sharing among colleagues.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.

Education

Associate - Criminal Justice

Concordia University
Fort Wayne, IN

Skills

  • Calendar management
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Exceptional organization
  • Crisis intervention
  • Appointment coordination
  • Housekeeping
  • Activities scheduling
  • Grocery shopping
  • Personal shopping
  • Transportation arrangement
  • Emergency response
  • Household maintenance
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Clear communication
  • Policy enforcement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Equipment purchasing
  • Stock inventory management

Timeline

House Manager

A Mother’s Hope
02.2022 - 02.2025

Lieutenant

Allen County Sheriff Department
07.1978 - 01.2012

Associate - Criminal Justice

Concordia University