Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
Timeline

JILL GAMBINO-O'LEARY

HCLTech
SOUTHPORT,NC
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience

PMP-certified operations and project management leader with 20+ years of experience leading complex programs, improving organizational performance, and developing high-performing teams. Proven success managing cross-functional initiatives, engaging stakeholders, optimizing service delivery, and driving strategic improvements. Passionate about public service and building collaborative, community-focused organizations.

Work History

Senior Specialist, Network Operations

2 Years
HCLTech | 01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Led operational initiatives across multiple regions to enhance service alignment and effectiveness.
  • Led complex operational initiatives across multiple regions.
  • Developed executive reporting to identify key insights and support continuous improvement efforts.

Senior Specialist, Network Operations

1 Year
Verizon | 01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Facilitated operational processes for Asia Pacific area.
  • Managed stakeholder communications and risks.
  • Oversaw stakeholder communications and risk management to ensure project alignment.

Engineer Specialist II & III

13 Years
Verizon | 01.2009 - 01.2022
  • Managed multiple concurrent enterprise projects to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Accelerated delivery timelines by 20% through effective project coordination.
  • Ensured 100% governance compliance by implementing standardized procedures.

International Project Manager

4 Years
Verizon Enterprise Solutions | 01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Oversaw execution of international projects
  • Engaged global stakeholders for project alignment
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing global projects, enhancing delivery timelines and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans utilizing Agile methodologies to ensure alignment with client objectives.
  • Managed budget allocations and resource planning for international initiatives, optimizing cost efficiency across multiple regions.

Technical Specialist

6 Years
MCI WorldCom | 01.1999 - 01.2005
  • Assisted with daily enterprise operations to ensure smooth functionality.
  • Increased precision of reporting to support decision-making processes.
  • Analyzed technical issues to provide timely solutions and enhance system performance.
  • Developed training materials to support staff in utilizing new technologies effectively.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve service delivery.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Fisheries & Wildlife Management

North Carolina State University | Raleigh, NC

B.A. - Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal; Justice

University of North Carolina At Wilmington | Wilmington, NC

Skills

Project Management
Risk Management
Budget Management
Stakeholder Relations
Process Improvement
Operational Excellence
Strategic Planning
Organizational Development
Team Leadership
Vendor Management
Community Engagement

Certification

  • PMP
  • Agile & Scrum
  • ITIL Foundation
  • ITIL CSI
  • ITIL OSA
  • ITIL PPO

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

Animal Rescue Volunteer Leader (20+ Years), Coordinate volunteer teams, foster placements, transportation logistics, fundraising, and outreach., Girl Scout Volunteer, Supported youth activities, event planning, and community service.

Timeline

Senior Specialist, Network Operations

HCLTech
01.2023 - 01.2025Read More

Senior Specialist, Network Operations

Verizon
01.2022 - 01.2023Read More

Engineer Specialist II & III

Verizon
01.2009 - 01.2022Read More

International Project Manager

Verizon Enterprise Solutions
01.2005 - 01.2009Read More

Technical Specialist

MCI WorldCom
01.1999 - 01.2005Read More

B.A. from Criminal Justice
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North Carolina State University

Bachelors of Science from Fisheries & Wildlife Management
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University of North Carolina At Wilmington

Bachelor of Arts from Criminal; Justice
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JILL GAMBINO-O'LEARY