Juanita Hargwood
Brentwood
Summary
Resourceful Community Relations Coordinator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in stakeholder engagement, public speaking, and event planning. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring successful community outreach and relationship building. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated strengths include strategic planning, project management, and team leadership. Noteworthy impact made in previous roles includes fostering positive relationships with community members, organizing successful events, and implementing innovative outreach strategies.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Relations
Inc. Village Of Hempstead
Hempstead
03.2009 - 04.2025
- Facilitated, developed and executed a range of innovative community outreach programs
- Prepared assignments for volunteers and assigned their specific duties.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the department.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support and funding for key initiatives.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for materials or services.
- Cultivated strong relationships with residents, community leaders, and houses of worship.
Office Manager
Perrys Auto Collision
Hempstead
06.1983 - 12.2008
- Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders when needed.
- Interpreted and communicated work procedures and company policies to staff.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
Education
Master of Arts - Social & Public Policy
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY12-2019
Advanced Certificate - Community Advocacy
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Community And Human Services
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05-2017
Skills
- Community outreach
- Stakeholder engagement
- Budget management
- Volunteer coordination
- Program development
- Event planning
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Networking
- Project management
- Partnership building
- Special event planning
- Administrative management
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability and flexibility
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Human Relations
Inc. Village Of Hempstead
03.2009 - 04.2025
Office Manager
Perrys Auto Collision
06.1983 - 12.2008
Master of Arts - Social & Public Policy
SUNY Empire State College
Advanced Certificate - Community Advocacy
SUNY Empire State College
Bachelor of Science - Community And Human Services
SUNY Empire State College
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