Jerome Jackson
Highlands Ranch,United States
Summary
Accomplished Contracts and Repayments Program Analyst with extensive experience at the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation. Demonstrates expertise in recreation program management and federal regulations, coupled with strong leadership and collaborative skills. Successfully led a $100 million rehabilitation project, highlighting exceptional project management and data analysis capabilities. Aiming to leverage these skills to drive impactful projects in a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Contracts and Repayments Program Analyst
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
Lakewood, CO
09.2020 - Current
- Provide advice, training and guidance to regional office staff regarding AIA XM contract status updates in preparation for quarterly report to the Program Management Implementation Team
- Led meetings to discuss expectations and responsibilities for reporting
- Participate on the Aging Infrastructure Application (AIA) review team to determine which aging infrastructure projects are eligible for funding; provide critical information in preparation for the Commissioner briefing regarding recommendations on which projects to fund
- Provided advice, training and guidance to regional office staff regarding AIA XM contract status updates in preparation for quarterly report to the PMIT
- Led planning efforts for the All Employees Mission Assurance and Protection Organization (MAPO) meeting, including securing guest speakers, hotel venue, and room reservations (January - April)
- Presented information on the Reclamation Leadership Development Program to new employees at the in person MAPO meeting (April)
- Coordinated efforts for the Design, Engineering, and Construction (DEC) Office to commence their review of the LaPrele Dam in Wyoming, pursuant to section 40904(b) of the BIL / Carey Act dam funding; provided information relating to BIL funding for LaPrele Dam subsequent to the DEC review (May - June)
- Independently led efforts to fund $100 million rehabilitation project for LaPrele Dam, WY, including development of a budget implementation approach pursuant to the the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Carey Act
- Regularly provide training and guidance to regional and other Denver staff in the program area
- Participated heavily, with independent lead role for contract status element, in preparing and delivering AIA material to leadership and guiding regions in key elements of their responsibilities
- Remained a crucial asset to the AIA Team application review process, working collaboratively with a multi-directorate team and with regional counterparts and others
- Coordinated well with regional offices to respond to concurrent Congressional Budget Office and Congressional Research Service inquiries regarding effects of draft legislation for reinstatement of the WIIN Act
- Planned and organized Stakeholders meeting that included members from various irrigation districts, water users associations, and other interest groups
Senior Recreation Program Manager and Analyst
Bureau of Reclamation
Lakewood, CO
07.2013 - 09.2020
- Responsible for the development, oversight, and guidance of Reclamation’s recreation program, including but not limited to bureau-wide activities, agreements, and planning processes
- Interpreted Reclamation’s regulations such as 43 CFR Part 429, Use of Reclamation Lands, Facilities and Waterbodies; and 43 CFR Part 423 Public Conduct on Reclamation Facilities, Lands, and Waterbodies upon request; provided recommendations to senior executives, area managers, outdoor recreation planners, natural resource specialists, and other staff concerning 43 CFR Parts 423 and 429
- Developed and revised recreation-related Reclamation Manual (RM) Policies and Directives and Standards (Policy/D&Ss), including but not limited to RM Policy, Recreation Program Management, LND P04 and RM D&S, Recreation Program Management, LND 01-03
- Conducted briefings and presentations to the Department’s National Senior Recreation Advisor, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Water and Science, Reclamation’s Commissioner, and other senior executives on Reclamation’s Recreation Program Authorities
- Participated in and led planning efforts for future Hoover Dam use authorizations/permits for guided tours; provided advice and guidance to the Lower Colorado Basin, Interior Region 8 concerning concessions operations and use authorizations at the Hoover Dam Visitor Center
- Participated in the Interagency Outdoor Recreation Access Work Group roundtable meeting for disabled veterans, hosted by the Department’s Secretary
- Developed Reclamation guidance for Other Power-Driven Mobility devices on Reclamation lands in compliance with Department of Justice’s policies/regulations
- Conducted Water and Land Opportunity Spectrum planning projects to identify outdoor recreation opportunities in primitive and semi-primitive wilderness areas on Reclamation lands and waterbodies, including multi-use trails, day use, camping, and boating opportunities
- Developed statements of work and monitored progress for the development of recreation and planning guidance materials such as the Water and Land Opportunity Spectrum Handbook and the Site-Specific Resource Management Planning Guidebook
- Organized, planned, and facilitated Reclamation-wide recreation trainings that include various topics such as concessions management, environmental compliance, use authorizations, and the implementation of laws, regulations, Executive and Secretarial Orders, and Policies/D&Ss
- Participated in and led meetings with Napa County representatives regarding the future partnership for management of Lake Berryessa
Recreation Program and Data Analyst
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
Lakewood, CO
10.2010 - 07.2013
- Responsible for management of the Recreation Use Data Reporting (RUDR) system including analyzing data, producing reports, providing advice and guidance, and trouble-shooting issues concerning the RUDR system
- Assisted the Senior Recreation Program Manager in providing oversight, technical advice, and guidance of concerning Reclamation’s recreation program to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, Executive and Secretarial Orders, and Reclamation Manual (RM) Policies and Directives and Standards (Policy/D&Ss)
- Conducted trainings and presentations related to Reclamation’s recreation and concessions Policies/D&Ss
- Served as Reclamation’s primary point of contact and lead representative in the America the Beautiful – Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act Pass Program
- Assisted the Senior Recreation Program Manager in developing bureau-wide internal controls for the recreation program
- Participated in the FY 2012 Budget Review Committee to review budget proposals and decide on funding for various Policy and Administration and Water and Related Resources programs
Youth and Family Resource Center (YFRC) Counselor and Supervisor
Providence Community Services, Inc. (PCS, Inc.)
Westminster, CA
01.2002 - 12.2008
- Supervised and trained PCS, Inc
- Employees in providing social services to clients on behalf of the County of Orange and the Youth and Family Resource Center (YFRC) Program
- Negotiated partnership opportunities with various organizations to provide outdoor recreation opportunities for underserved youth and their families from various backgrounds and ethnicities
- Facilitated public meetings for clients and stakeholders concerning the YFRC employment and volunteer opportunities for at risk youth and their families
- Developed creative programs with short and long-term goals to ensure the successful performance of contractual obligations from contract/grant proposals
- Compiled statistical reports of participants enrolled in the YFRC Program to be included in budget proposals
- Researched, reviewed, and developed component information for monthly and quarterly reports submitted for upcoming bids
- Provided technical advice and training related to Orange County’s YFRC volunteer recreation opportunities
- Facilitated recreation activities for students enrolled in the YFRC Program
- Coordinated efforts with city, county, state, and nonprofit organizations in order to secure community volunteer opportunities
- Responsible for training and preparing YFRC clients for volunteer and employment opportunities throughout Orange County
Education
Juris Doctor - Natural Resources Law Emphasis
Whittier Law School
Costa Mesa, CA, United States12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA, United States12.2000
Skills
- Effective Leadership
- Recreation Program Management
- Concessions management
- Federal laws and regulations
- Land and Water Resource Management
- Outdoor Recreation Planning
- Effective Oral Communication
- Clear and Concise Writing
- Customer Relations
- Effective Time Management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Quick Learner
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Microsoft Office
- MS Power BI
- Outlook
- MS Teams
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- MS Visio
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Project
- Project management
- Legal Analysis
- Data Analysis
- SharePoint Development Expertise
- Recreation Data Analysis
- Geospatial Data Analysis
Training
- Reclamation Leadership Development Program, 2020
- Bureau of Reclamation’s Dam Good Leadership Training Program, 08/19
- Exploring Supervision at Reclamation (ESAR) Leadership Training Course, 06/19
- Department of the Interior’s Diversity and Inclusion Change Agent Training, 02/16
- National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Compliance, 08/11
- Reclamation’s Budget Formulation Process, 07/11
- Microsoft Office Project Management Training Course, 05/11
- Congressional Operations Seminar, 04/11
- Development of RM Policies/D&Ss, 03/11
- Cultural and Historic Resources Management Training, 01/11
- Defensive Driving Course, Ongoing
- Department of the Interior Annual Ethics Training, Ongoing
- Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity & Inclusion, and No FEAR Act Trainings, Ongoing
Volunteer Experience
Denver Police Volunteer Program, 2020 – 2022
Certificates And Awards
- Leadership and Development Education (LEAD) Certificate, 07/21
- Reclamation Leadership and Development Program Certificate, 08/21
- Outstanding Leadership Award: Management of Lake Berryessa, 04/18
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Water Contracts and Repayments Program Analyst
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
09.2020 - Current
Senior Recreation Program Manager and Analyst
Bureau of Reclamation
07.2013 - 09.2020
Recreation Program and Data Analyst
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
10.2010 - 07.2013
Youth and Family Resource Center (YFRC) Counselor and Supervisor
Providence Community Services, Inc. (PCS, Inc.)
01.2002 - 12.2008
Juris Doctor - Natural Resources Law Emphasis
Whittier Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State University, Long Beach
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