Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Association Manager
Associa Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii
09.2023 - 04.2024
Manage and support a portfolio of multiple associations in all capacities, such as financial and maintenance
Act as or oversee the primary liaison with the Association Board of Directors and home owners
Prepare agendas, update management reports and compile documents and copies for Board meeting packets
Prepare annual disclosure packages, meeting notifications, and annual financial statement packets for all home owners and arrange bulk mailing of same within the timeframe set by the State statue or governing documents
Attend Board and Annual meetings.
Organize, assist with the development of long term planning of projects on site, work with home owners, vendors and board members to ensure projects are scheduled and completed accordingly
Collaborate with the Board of Directors to address financial matters and develop budgetary guidelines
Ensure Associa community management tools are being effectively developed and utilized such as annual calendar, action list items, resolution worksheets, timed agendas, RFP matrixes, committee charters, procurement procedures, FY operating budget, etc.
Provide and/or oversee recommendations to the Association Board of Directors and committees regarding major expenditures as required to maintain the desired community appearance and operation
Investigate and facilitate timely resolution to neighborhood challenges and tenant complaints pertaining to rules and regulations within the community association
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the operation of the community association
Review contracts submitted by contractors prior to approval by the Board of Directors
Monitor daily operations of staff members and contractors hired to perform services on site
Coordinate and negotiate service agreements for trash service, landscaping and other property services
Participate in resident forums providing information about new development taking place on site
Communicate with local government officials, lawyers and insurance carriers on behalf of the Board of Directors. Ensure the Board of Directors is aware of legal action involving the Association
Maintain contact with home owner's regarding their respective rights and obligation associated with living in a AOAO
Update owner/tenant and association information in C3 and shared files
Warehouse Manager
Island Palm Communities
Schofield Barracks , Hawaii
05.2019 - 08.2023
Responsible for the over all operation of the Appliance and Furniture warehouse; inventory/material management to achieve the Projects service, COM and Financial objectives
Managed a team of 12 plus ensuring daily operations are met
Maintained up to date knowledge of safety regulations and led a daily huddle to ensure all team members are in compliance
Developed and implemented SOP guidelines for Community Centers, Leasing and other departments ensuring policies and guidelines are followed
Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets. Implemented on the job training activities to cross train staff on various tasks
Monitored employee's daily work schedules, performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed
Created job requisitions, scheduled interviews, and coordinated testing with Human Resources. Completed on boarding processing, providing and explaining job responsibilities, safety procedures and company policies to new and temporary employees
Partnered with the Safety Leadership team to conduct monthly training of company policies and safety procedures to ensure employees are in compliance
Ensure accuracy of timecards for full/part time employees and approve time cards for payroll. Submit timesheets to temporary employment agencies. Approve timesheets at the end of the week once consolidated
Conducted monthly testing of paint booth, pump room, fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, First Aid, AED machines ensuring all are in compliance with company policies and safety guidelines
Created work orders, synced technicians, managed time of technicians and confirmed pictures are synced to complete work order
Inputted data and inventory into Yardi and GIS Programs
Created paint booth log usage spreadsheets for submittal to DPW
Established and maintained a good relationship with customers and contractors via phone, email and or in person
Managed production of refurbishing appliances and furniture. Inspected for accuracy before distribution to military families, Community Centers and other departments.
Developed and implemented spreadsheets and effective processing systems to track inventory. Conducted regular cycle counts of inventory to ensure accuracy of system date
Investigated and resolved customer complaints related to quality of deliver and pick up issues
Managed driver schedules for delivery, pickup and exchanges of appliance and furniture
Assessed and determined cost for damages to appliances and furniture
Led daily team huddles to address concerns and educate on changes to policies and procedures
Safety Committee contributor
South Regional Administrative Assistant
Island Palm Communities
Fort Shafter , Hawaii
03.2014 - 05.2019
Responsible for providing administrative support to the Operations Director, Community Centers and Leasing department
Assist the Leasing department with daily regional operations and resolving resident complaints
Processed requisitions and other documents for payment in accordance with established procedures
Prepare, compiled date from various sources and distribute monthly operation reports, delinquency, Coast Guard, Resident Directory and Occupancy reports
Gathered supporting documents, processed incoming service members, conducted home showings, prepared and explained lease agreement. Conducted move in, move over and move out inspections explaining community policies and procedures
Conduct Buy Backs with Field Supervisor to ensure the home is Rent Ready
Gather supporting documents, prepare, process confidential EFMP packets to the TAMC Medical Board and allocate results
Provide direct support to EFMP families.
Answer phone inquiries, emails, leads and walk in traffic providing information pertaining to vacancies in multiple regions and communities
Prepare and explain the move in, move out and move over policies and procedures
Gather supporting documents and explain policies and procedures to retain housing if loss of the service member. Provide emotional support to help families cope with loss.
Conduct background clearance as requested by a Federal Investigator
Leasing Consultant
Island Palm Communities
Schofield, Hawaii
10.2013 - 01.2014
Maintained and increase occupancy by showing, selling and leasing homes
Perform administrative functions required to lease a home. Gather supporting documents, families eligibility, processed applications, inputted information into Yardi
Conducted showings of vacant homes, highlighting features and amenities
Maintain a waitlist for in bound families, applications and leases
Welcomed military soldiers and families an provided information about the community centers
Resident Services Coordinator
Island Palm Communities
Schofield, HI
11.2010 - 01.2013
Responsible for conducting all aspects of the Community Center
Conduct move in, move out inspections, buy backs with Field Supervisor
Conduct routine curb appeal to keep residents and areas safe and secure
Explain and enforce the resident guide and community standards
Answer phone inquiries, email, leads and walk in traffic
Compile and distribute weekly landscaping reports
Respond promptly and professionally to resident complaints regarding maintenance issues or other concerns
Foster relationships with residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition into their new living environment
Paraprofessional Tutor
Kainalu Elementary School
Kailua , HI
08.2009 - 05.2010
Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies to improve academic performance
Accompanied teachers on field trips as needed to provide additional supervision for students
Provided guidance on organizational techniques, test taking strategies, and problem solving skills
Monitored student progress and maintained records of achievement
Instructed small groups of children or individuals in the use of educational materials or equipment
Assisted with lesson plans for individual students based upon assessment results
Created a positive learning environment by providing encouragement and support for students with special needs
Engaged students through creative activities such as games or role-playing exercises while reinforcing concepts taught by classroom teacher
Administer, scores and records such as achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students
Worked with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce leasing of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
Assisted in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interest and abilities
Guided independent study, enrichment work and remedial work set up assigned by the teacher
Assisted with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips
Assisted with large group activities as drill work, reading aloud and story telling
Read to students, listens to students read and participation in other forms of oral communication with students
Observed students to help the teacher identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support
Planned and led activities t develop students physical, emotional and social growth
Reservation Agent
Aqua Hotels & Resorts®
Honolulu, HI
01.2005 - 12.2008
Exemplify the image of Aloha over the phone and email to all customers and potential customers, including callers, travel partners, owners, supervisors and fellow team members
Upsold additional services, made suggestions for accommodations which enhanced guest experience/identified callers needs and wants and correlated to a particular property and or room category
Accurately input contracts and maintain all incoming individual and group reservation in the Property Management System (PMS)
Created daily logs, occupancy, revenue, sell reports, stop sell reports and other related reports Created reservation training manuals for all properties
Maintained a thorough understanding of hotel policies and procedures
Performed daily audits of reservation data to ensure accuracy
Generated reports on occupancy rates, cancellations and no shows
Advised guests on local attractions and activities available nearby
Coordinated advanced deposits and or refunds, light accounting, Quickbooks, cash, check and credit card transactions and reconciling history accounts
Assisted in daily operations of City ledger, invoicing and collections
Education
Kalaheo High School
Kailua
Accomplishments
2019 Winner's Circle Achievement Award
2013 National Apartment Leasing Professional Certificate