Developing and implementing strategies, procedures and business plans needed to enhance company growth
Working with executive team to set company performance goals
Cultivating and providing opportunities for rising talent within organization
Led operational oversight and budgetary supervision for 87 locations
Monitored and analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for organizational growth and competitiveness
Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits
Identified and mitigated operational risks to minimize potential negative impacts on organization
Developed and implemented recommendations for service improvement
Managed crisis response to minimize potential negative impacts on company
Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners
Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations
Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization
Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures
Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities
Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals
Identified and pursued business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue
Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Lead Drug and Alcohol Auditor
Pace Suburban Bus
01.2011 - 01.2021
Reviewed findings of 8 auditors
Reviewed contracts between Pace Bus and Agency or Company
Updated agreements and policies to abide by FTA
Was mediator between FTA and Pace Bus Audits
Created Drug and Alcohol Audit procedures and guidelines for Pace Bus
Conducted classes for Agencies and Companies on FTA Drug and Alcohol audits and contracts
Attendant monthly board meetings and provided updates on agencies and companies
Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress
Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success
Vanpool Representative
Pace Suburban Bus
01.2009 - 01.2011
Coordinate services with 36 agencies (public/private/not-for-profit)
Maintain up to date files/records on existing vanpool groups
Provide assistance on all aspects of the Pace Vanpool Incentive and Locally Based Community Transit Programs
Process Vanpool participant applications
Provide vanpool Driver candidate classroom instruction on VIP operation and administration procedures
Review 96 vanpool monthly reports
Oversee the completion of all Drug and Alcohol Audits
Oversee all random Drug and Alcohol exams given to the Agency, Municipality, Locally Based and Not-for-profit Programs
Sergeant
Squad leader
United States Army
03.2003 - 03.2011
Fast track career promotion through a series of increasingly responsible management positions leading large-scale operations in OIF/OEF for 1 year and 3 months
Honored with numerous commendations and awards for outstanding leadership, and management of field operations
To have the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at the highest level of accomplishment
Personally committed and actively works to continuously improve
Process oriented, able to obtain clear requirements, analyze and articulate, identify issues and alternatives and recommend solutions commensurate with low risk.
Education
Associates Degree - Project management Professional
Harper College
Palatine, IL
04.2011
High School Diploma -
Hoffman Estates High School
Hoffman Estates, IL
05.2004
Skills
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Suite: Excel (level 2), Word (level 3), Outlook (level 3) and Power Point
Contract Negotiation
Operational Oversight
Build Revenue Streams
Business Process Reengineering
Corporate Strategy and Development
Articulate Communication
Adaptable and Flexible
Sales Growth
Innovative and Visionary
Business Development
Certification
Advanced Convoy Training
Advanced Tactical Training
A.T level 1 and 2 Awareness Training
NCO Academy Training
Combat Engineer Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Operations Manager
United Diagnostic Labs and Dynamic Diagnostics US
01.2020 - 01.2024
Lead Drug and Alcohol Auditor
Pace Suburban Bus
01.2011 - 01.2021
Vanpool Representative
Pace Suburban Bus
01.2009 - 01.2011
Sergeant
Squad leader
United States Army
03.2003 - 03.2011
Associates Degree - Project management Professional