Talented professional skilled in coordinating all aspects of program funding, operations and controls with diligent attention to current and expected requirements. Highly organized in managing resources and maintaining records. Focused on continuously improving systems, service delivery and efficiency. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Specialist II
Boulder County Public Health
Boulder, CO
02.2025 - 06.2025
Communities that Care of Lafayette
Planned and facilitated a coalition retreat in collaboration with 20 members, including logistics, agenda, selecting guest speakers, and evaluation, while ensuring coalition members' priorities are met.
Facilitated team-building exercises to enhance collaboration among staff and community members.
Organized and co-facilitated monthly meetings with key stakeholders to define project objectives.
Identified improvement opportunities in processes and policies for program operations.
Monitored program spending to maintain compliance with fiscal agency and funder requirements for a $300k/year budget, and supported end-of-year reporting.
Compiled progress reports detailing achievements towards initiative goals and objectives.
Collaborated on cross-functional projects with various departments within the organization.
Conducted regular evaluations of programs, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing necessary changes.
Researched and selected vendors, monitored performance, and supported timely payment of contractors.
Substance Use Advisory Group.
Coordinated registration, logistics, and materials for the annual outreach at Creekfest.
Organized hybrid and virtual coalition meetings.
Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Participated in training related to substance abuse prevention.
Participated in trainings related to adolescent development and substance abuse prevention.
Administrative Specialist
Boulder County
05.2022 - 01.2025
Executed employee onboarding and orientations to enhance workforce integration.
Streamlined program processes for improved data reporting and daily operations.
Managed budget spend down and supported finance with end-of-year reporting.
Processed Oracle purchase requisitions, invoices, and procurement card charges efficiently.
Completed account reconciliations and expense tracking.
Optimized department filing and documents to ensure easy access and retrieval reducing employee requests by 70%.
Monitored office supply inventory and ordered replenishments as needed.
Maintained and updated database for invoicing and accounting reconciliation.
Facilitated effective communication as a liaison between departments for project collaboration.
Analyzed operating practices to create and revise systems, procedures, and office layouts.
Payroll Coordinator.
Assisted with the preparation of biweekly payroll reports for agency review.
Provided support to employees regarding issues related to their timecard matters.
Reviewed employee timecards for accuracy before submitting them for approval.
Managed files and payroll for approximately 35 employees.
Entered corrected records into software and added additional adjustments as required.
Administrative Specialist
Boulder County Public Health, Family Health Team
09.2016 - 05.2022
Collaborated closely with other departments to understand their product requirements and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
Managed a monthly purchasing allowance of upwards of $50,000 per month on a procurement card.
Developed strategies for procuring goods and services at the most cost-effective prices.
Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs.
Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines.
Maintained records of purchases, pricing, and other important data in company databases.
Identified opportunities for process improvement within the procurement cycle.
Streamlined program processes for improved efficiency in data reporting and operations. Reduced time to obtain reporting by 75%.
Delivered exceptional customer service to both internal and external partners.
Supported supervisory staff through effective business administration assistance.
Organized contract documents for over 60 family health contracts efficiently.
Maternal Child Health Care Coordinating systems care coordinator through referrals between local hospital systems and county resources.
COVID Call Center Manager.
Managed COVID Call Center as Public Health Manager for eight months, supervising 10+ staff taking 100+ calls per shift, while maintaining duties as a Public Health Manager.
Ensured accuracy of information while interpreting policies in an evolving context.
Program Assistant
Boulder County Public Health Children with Special Needs
02.2015 - 09.2016
Analyzed reports and databases for HCP Program effectiveness.
Cultivated community partnerships with Boulder County ABCD to enhance outreach.
Directed mailing program for Ages & Stages Questionnaires, achieving a 100% return rate for six months in 2016.
Oversaw respite program operations and coordinated volunteer engagement.
Community Engagement Supervisor
University of Colorado Denver
01.2014 - 06.2015
Facilitated group discussions to promote principles of social justice and inclusion.
Organized 14-day service trip to Guatemala for 20 participants to enhance cultural understanding.
Health Coordinator Intern
African Community Center
09.2014 - 12.2014
Managed database entries to ensure accuracy and accessibility of information.
Facilitated Medicaid support for refugees, improving access to essential services.
Contributed to non-profit initiatives aimed at enhancing community support systems.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Front Range Community College
Wesminster, Colorado
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health And Ethnic Studies
University Or Colorado Denver
Denver, Colorado
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Team collaboration
Project coordination
Process improvement
Community engagement
Effective planning and time management
Problem-solving and solutions orientation
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Stakeholder engagement
Project management
Attention to detail
Budget management
Accomplishments
ToPs Facilitation (20 hour training)
Boulder County Supervisory Certificate (15 hours of training)
Leadership Academy at Boulder County (60+ hour training)
Certification
Positive Youth Development Training April 2025
Ethics in Prevention Foundations April 2025
Adolescent SBIRT Training March 2025
Shared Risk and Protective Factor Conference March 2025
Beyond Diversity March 2025
Effective Engagement Training March 2025
Timeline
Program Specialist II
Boulder County Public Health
02.2025 - 06.2025
Administrative Specialist
Boulder County
05.2022 - 01.2025
Administrative Specialist
Boulder County Public Health, Family Health Team
09.2016 - 05.2022
Program Assistant
Boulder County Public Health Children with Special Needs
02.2015 - 09.2016
Health Coordinator Intern
African Community Center
09.2014 - 12.2014
Community Engagement Supervisor
University of Colorado Denver
01.2014 - 06.2015
Associate of Arts -
Front Range Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health And Ethnic Studies
Social Worker - Child and Youth at San Benito County Health & Human Services Agency Public Health DivisionSocial Worker - Child and Youth at San Benito County Health & Human Services Agency Public Health Division