JENNIFER FERGUSON
Sanger,Texas
Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston S. Churchill
Summary
Talented professional, knowledgeable leader, and dedicated problem solver. Brings over 10 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements. Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Sales and Marketing
CE Telecom Network Services
Palestine , Texas
04.2023 - Current
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
Secondary Teacher
Frisco ISD
Frisco , Texas
2014.08 - 2023.03
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into Biology concepts.
- Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
Operations Manager
Paxica Security Group
Sanger , TX
2017.05 - 2018.06
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
- Formulated processes to reduce downtime and financial loss.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Management - Co-Manager
Kroger
Houston , TX
2011.06 - 2013.12
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Supervised labor costs and departmental expenses to remain in line with budget.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training. Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
Project Manager
Trial Solutions
Houston , TX
2008.01 - 2009.12
- Led project teams through design, construction and launch process.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Provided fiduciary oversight to remain within budget constraints, recommending project adjustments where necessary.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
Project Clerk
Lockheed Martin
Houston , TX
1997.06 - 1999.08
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Prepared meeting rooms and materials and recorded important information.
- Arranged meetings and coordinated resources for use by attendees.
Education
Masters of Science in Curriculum And Instruction - Curriculum and Instruction - Science Education
2019.10 - 2021.08
- Member of SALUTE with Military Honors
- Completed research and a capstone project highlighting student outcomes across all socioeconomic classes.
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
2008.08 - 2010.05
Obtained 12 additional hours of special education training outside of graduation requirements.
Skills
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Work Availability
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Timeline
Director of Sales and Marketing - CE Telecom Network Services
04.2023 - Current
University of Texas Arlington - Masters of Science in Curriculum And Instruction, Curriculum and Instruction - Science Education
2019.10 - 2021.08
Operations Manager - Paxica Security Group
2017.05 - 2018.06
Secondary Teacher - Frisco ISD
2014.08 - 2023.03
Management - Co-Manager - Kroger
2011.06 - 2013.12
University of Houston Clear - Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies
2008.08 - 2010.05
Project Manager - Trial Solutions
2008.01 - 2009.12
Project Clerk - Lockheed Martin
1997.06 - 1999.08
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