Jenni Hood
Reno,NV
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Management Analyst with a solid background in financial auditing and grant compliance within the public sector. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive audits, assess financial statements, and implement effective corrective measures. Adept at fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and managing grant-funded programs. Possesses a unique blend of analytical skills, project management expertise, and exceptional communication abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Management analyst
NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
03.2024 - Current
- Conduct detailed financial, operational, and compliance audits using Excel and other tools, ensuring adherence to auditing standards and procedures.
- Perform comprehensive grant risk assessments to identify potential areas of concern and develop improvement strategies.
- Manage grant-funded compliance initiatives, including budget tracking and reporting, utilizing Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.
- Evaluate current processes, procedures, and systems using Excel to identify areas for optimization and efficiency enhancement.
- Analyze financial statements, transactions, and internal controls using Excel to assess accuracy and effectiveness, providing actionable recommendations.
- Facilitate effective communication with organizations, presenting audit results and recommendations in clear, concise reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address audit findings, utilizing Excel for data visualization and tracking of corrective action plans.
- Provide Customer Relationship Management by building strong relationships with subrecipients and serving as their primary point of contact.
Banquet server
HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE
05.2021 - Current
- Set up banquet rooms according to event specifications and break down efficiently
- Provide excellent customer service and ensure guest satisfaction throughout event
- Collaborate effectively with kitchen staff, bartenders, event coordinators and all others to ensure a seamless service
- Prioritizing tasks based on importance
- Adapting and accommodating to last minute changes in event.
Education Coordinator
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NORTH LAKE TAHOE
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Designed, implemented, and evaluated educational curriculum to meet the needs of program participants.
- Planned and executed community events, managing budgets, marketing efforts, and assessing event success.
- Scheduled educational programming and clubs, coordinating activities with local schools to align with educational objectives.
- Ensured compliance with grant funding requirements, tracking, analyzing, and reporting program data for evaluation and improvement purposes.
- Utilized evaluative information, materials, and data to enhance internal processes and program effectiveness.
Family Photographer
SELF EMPLOYED
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Organize, style and execute photoshoots
- Design, schedule and run social media campaigns
- Interacting with clients to understand their preferences, vision and desired outcome from the photoshoot
- Photo and video editing
- Graphic design for advertisements.
Interventionist
AUSTISM TREATMENT AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
05.2010 - 09.2014
- Employed to work with children of a private family diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism through the Autism Treatment and Assistance Program (ATAP), utilizing data analysis techniques to inform intervention strategies.
- Develop and coordinate behavioral programming with the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and assess progress and adjust interventions as needed.
- Utilize Excel and other data analysis tools to collect, chart, and analyze behavioral data, providing insights to inform decision-making and track outcomes.
- Run discrete trial, natural environment, and pivotal response training procedures, incorporating data analysis to measure effectiveness and refine techniques over time.
- Train and coordinate team members, utilizing data analysis to provide ongoing feedback and support continuous improvement in intervention practices.
- Implement behavioral protocols informed by data analysis findings, ensuring compliance with grant-funded programming requirements and best practices.
Child care provider
PRIVATE FAMILY
09.2006 - 09.2014
- Cared for two children that were diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism from ages 3-11
- Modeled appropriate social behaviors
- Collaborated with parents
- Provided natural environment and pivotal response training procedures
- Promoted independence
- Gave daily medications
- Prepared meals
- Planned and executed fun and educational activities.
Child Care Coordinator
ADVOCATES TO END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
04.2005 - 01.2007
- Worked closely with children at the office shelter, ensuring their well-being and fostering healthy relationships with peers, utilizing strong office and coordination skills.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the child care facility, including scheduling, staff supervision, and resource allocation, demonstrating effective office management.
- Coordinated with other staff members to plan and execute age-appropriate activities and programs for children, integrating administrative tasks seamlessly into daily operations.
- Provided administrative support to the child care program, including maintaining accurate records, managing paperwork, and ensuring compliance with licensing requirements.
- Promoted positive behavior among children through reinforcement methods and implemented strategies to address any behavioral challenges, utilizing organizational skills to track progress and adjust interventions.
- Collaborated with advocates and counselors to ensure children's needs were met and communicated effectively with parents regarding their child's care and progress, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Assisted in various office-related tasks as needed, such as answering phones, greeting visitors, and organizing supplies, contributing to the smooth operation of the shelter facility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2023
Associate of Arts And Sciences -
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV08.2015
Skills
- Data Analysis: Skilled in utilizing Excel; using it to collect, analyze, and interpret data
- Grant Management: Experienced in managing grant-funded programs, including compliance oversight, budget tracking, and reporting, ensuring adherence to funding requirements and maximizing program effectiveness
- Process Improvement: Ability to evaluate current processes, procedures, and systems to identify areas for optimization and efficiency enhancement, implementing strategic solutions to drive continuous improvement
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate audit findings, recommendations, and project updates to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders, including subrecipients, clients, and team members, to facilitate collaboration and achieve common goals
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of issues, develop creative solutions, and implement actionable strategies
Certification
- Attended Auditing Boot Camp.
- Trained in Handwriting Without Tears.
- CPR Certified.
- Completed a Sensory Integration training course.
- Schooled in Pivotal Response Training (PRT) at the Child psychology knowledge UCSB Koegel Autism Center.
- LAMP training for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices.
- Attended training provided by Dr. Karen Riley specializing in Fragile X Syndrome.
Timeline
Management analyst
NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
03.2024 - Current
Education Coordinator
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NORTH LAKE TAHOE
10.2023 - 03.2024
Banquet server
HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE
05.2021 - Current
Family Photographer
SELF EMPLOYED
01.2016 - 01.2021
Interventionist
AUSTISM TREATMENT AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
05.2010 - 09.2014
Child care provider
PRIVATE FAMILY
09.2006 - 09.2014
Child Care Coordinator
ADVOCATES TO END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
04.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts And Sciences -
Western Nevada College
- Attended Auditing Boot Camp.
- Trained in Handwriting Without Tears.
- CPR Certified.
- Completed a Sensory Integration training course.
- Schooled in Pivotal Response Training (PRT) at the Child psychology knowledge UCSB Koegel Autism Center.
- LAMP training for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices.
- Attended training provided by Dr. Karen Riley specializing in Fragile X Syndrome.
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