KATHLEEN JARMAN
Hope Mills,NC
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Grants and Partnership Manager - SHFB
Action Pathways, Inc.
Fayetteville, NC
07.2023 - Current
- Identified volunteer service opportunities and associated requirements.
- Developed a database of current and prospective volunteers, tracking contact information, interests, availability, qualifications, training records, and other relevant data.
- Managed volunteer database and volunteer service hours for inclusion in monthly and year-end reports.
- Assessed available resources to determine the best strategies for utilizing volunteer services effectively.
- Oversaw the creation and use of volunteer support brochures, fliers, and cards.
- Developed and implemented grant-seeking strategies to identify new sources of funding.
- Researched, identified, and developed relationships with potential funders.
- Collaborated with program staff to collect data on program impact and outcomes for use in grant proposals.
- Reviewed grant application materials for accuracy and completion prior to submission.
- Coordinated the submission of all required documents related to grant applications.
- Developed processes for tracking grant awards throughout their lifecycle.
- Monitored the progress of awarded grants, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions set by the funder.
- Participated in meetings with team members and external partners to ensure successful implementation of programs.
- Maintained a database of current grants, including deadlines, funder contact information, status updates.
Executive Coordinator - Head Start
Action Pathways, Inc.
Fayetteville, NC
03.2005 - 07.2023
- Assisted Director of Head Start with day-to-day activities and duties accurately and efficiently.
- Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
- Supervised multiple Program Support Aide positions.
- Issued work schedules, duty assignments and deadlines for office or administrative staff.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Worked with Management Team to compile, compose, obtain approval, and submit grant narratives and waivers.
- Provided training and support regarding Program Governance, Parent Committee and ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance).
- Recruited and trained Policy Council and Parent Committee members, facilitated meeting agendas, and distributed support materials in advance for successful sessions.
- Guided program through yearly Self-Assessment to include recruitment of team members, composing and conducting parent and staff surveys, gathering and compiling results, and submission of final outcomes to Director.
- Planned meetings, trainings, and special events to include securing contracts and coordinating vendors.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Assisted with budget preparation and tracking expenses against allocated amounts.
- Created weekly and monthly status reports detailing progress on various projects.
- Prepared agendas for staff meetings according to management's instructions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Held a seat on various community committees with agencies such as the Partnership for Children and Child Advocacy Center.
- Oversight of agency Non-Federal Share to ensure accurate collection and input as well as form partnerships within the community to ensure their continued support through volunteer hours and donations of goods.
- Enhanced performance through collaboration with diverse teams.
- Developed and maintained detailed executive calendars, scheduling meetings both internally and externally.
- Monitored inventory levels of office supplies ensuring adequate stock is available at all times.
- Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.
Retail Associate
Cracker Barrel
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Build rapport with customers by offering friendly, knowledgeable and supportive customer service.
- Rang up retail purchases and processed payment cards, returning appropriate cash and coin to customers.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Maintained store appearance by stocking shelves, organizing merchandise displays, and cleaning counters.
- Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
- Walked sales floor and remained aware of customer actions to maintain safe and secure shopping environment.
Data Entry Clerk
Action Pathways, Inc.
Fayetteville, NC
02.2004 - 03.2005
- Entered applications into ChildPlus software.
- Kept track of received data and source documents.
- Filed or routed source documents after entry.
- Purged outdated documents from database as needed.
- Performed related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Program Support/Health Aide
Kelly Services
10.2003 - 02.2004
- Entered health information on children into computer system.
- Recorded and typed minutes from various meetings.
- Ensure all areas of store are stocked.
- Assisted parents with applications.
- Answered multi-line phones.
Entertainment and Merchandising
Walt Disney World Resort
05.2001 - 06.2003
- Merchandising: Opened and closed shops, operated cash registers, stocked merchandise.
- Greeted and assisted guests.
- Managed all park mobile souvenir vendors including ordering and supplying stock for each sales cart, and verifying and reconciling sales receipts for carts.
- Entertainment: Managed crowd control during peak hours.
- Provided assistance with Characters’ preparation.
- Coordinated Characters’ movements through parks.
Overnight Support Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
01.1998 - 05.2001
- Managed night-time employees.
- Provided management support for store including monitoring cashiers, ensuring stock was dispersed and displayed, verifying cash deposits, and handling security videos.
- Responsible for hiring and termination of employees for night-time shift.
- Provided training and coaching for employees.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - English
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA06.2015
08.2013
04.2013
High School Diploma -
Southview High School
Hope Mills, NCSkills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project Management
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
- Accurate and Detailed
- Customer Service
- Self-Starter
- Event Planning
- Staff Management
- Schedule Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Administration and Reporting
- Staff Development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Team Development
Timeline
Grants and Partnership Manager - SHFB
Action Pathways, Inc.
07.2023 - Current
Retail Associate
Cracker Barrel
07.2020 - 12.2022
Executive Coordinator - Head Start
Action Pathways, Inc.
03.2005 - 07.2023
Data Entry Clerk
Action Pathways, Inc.
02.2004 - 03.2005
Program Support/Health Aide
Kelly Services
10.2003 - 02.2004
Entertainment and Merchandising
Walt Disney World Resort
05.2001 - 06.2003
Overnight Support Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
01.1998 - 05.2001
Some College (No Degree) - English
Regent University
High School Diploma -
Southview High School
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