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Lesleigh Harold

Mobile,AL

Summary

Proactive and results-driven administrative professional with 10 + years of experience in customer service, record keeping, and case management. A team player who works collaboratively, and effectively communicates across all levels of management. Has mastery of complex regulations and handles high volumes of case loads. A proven academic and professional achiever who possesses the knowledge and skills required to achieve the organizations mission. 

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Compliance Specialist

Hunt, Guillot And Associates
03.2021 - Current
  • Provide support on a variety of complex regulations while monitoring policies, procedures.
  • Conducted research, track compliance training
  • Managed over 20 case files per day
  • Investigating files to identify and reduce large quantities of fraud
  • Working directly with departments throughout audits to remedy compliance issues.
  • Performed quality control reviews of housing applications to check adherence with federal and state regulatory requirements.
  • Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.

Customer Service Representative

SBA- Small Business Administration- Office of Disaster Assistance
02.2016 - 01.2021
  • Team lead of Loan Closing center which contributed to approval of over $1 billion in disaster loan funds.
  • Served as liaison between local, state and federal organizations to ensure ongoing center operations.
  • Interviewed over 100+ applicants, typically in stressful circumstances.
  • Guided businesses and non-profit organizations with completion of required documentation such as profit and loss worksheets personal financial statements, schedule of liabilities worksheets, tax documents and other supporting documentation.
  • Moved loans through to completion, managing all key details, such as promissory notes, recording of deeds. Resolved disputes and complaints as they arose.
  • Conducted data base research and investigation on applicant cases.
  • Provided recommendations, offered solutions, and resolved issues that may have hindered approval of loans.
  • Later served as Disaster Recovery Center Coordinator (DRCC).
  • Coordinated travel plans, logistics and movement of staff.
  • Conducted staff training for process

Applicant Services Program Specialist

Federal Emergency Management Agency- FEMA
Queens, NY
11.2012 - 06.2013
  • Conducted registration intake interviews with over 100+ disaster survivors.
  • Provided information regarding Individual Assistance (IA) programs to internal and external partners.
  • Researched applicant cases and documented case findings.
  • Explained program procedures and guidelines and discussed case status with applicants.
  • Responded to citizens' complaints and requests for information and services.
  • Provided applicants with appropriate referrals to other Federal, State and local agencies, voluntary organizations, and faith based organizations.
  • Assisted survivors with locating alternative housing resources as solutions to recovery process.
  • Provided quality review of information updates (IU), verified completeness and accuracy of information.
  • Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance required skill sets and credentialing proficiency.

Program Support Assistant- Office Administration

Department Of Veterans Affairs
Birmingham, AL
10.2009 - 11.2011
  • Managed and input time & attendance for staff utilizing WebHR
  • Conducted bi-weekly timecard audits to reduce time certification errors.
  • Managed and organized personnel and administrative files.
  • Coordinated travel, meetings, and scheduled conference calls.
  • Recorded monthly meeting minutes and prepared minutes for review and approval.
  • Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.
  • Administrator for time and attendance & leave, and employee trainings.
  • • Utilized Excel spread sheet to monitor and maintain records.
  • Collaborated with vendors to orchestrate efficient shipments of office supplies and furniture.
  • Liaison for Quality Scholars program conducted onboarding and verified credentials of incoming researchers.

Housing Advisor Recertification

Federal Emergency Management Agency- FEMA
Harahan, LA
07.2007 - 08.2009
  • Managed caseload of 80 + residents living in temporary housing.
  • Conducted field visits to interview applicants housed in travel trailers.
  • Interpreted and explained program policies and rules to applicants for eligibility purposes.
  • Performed inspections of damaged dwellings to access damages.
  • Coordinated move out inspections on unoccupied travel trailers.
  • Monitored and followed up with applicants on obtaining permanent housing.
  • Researched applicant files utilizing National Emergency Management Information System (NEMIS) and FEMA Response and Recovery Applicant Tracking System (FRRATS) to determine appropriate case action.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Coordinated, collected and inventoried personal property (IPP) on abandon travel trailers.

Financial Support Worker

Mobile County Department of Human Resources, JOBS Program
Mobile, AL
06.2006 - 08.2007
  • Worked closely clients receiving Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF).
  • Managed and organized case load of over 90 clients.
  • Conducted over 30 face-to-face weekly interviews with clients to determine appropriate case action.
  • Devised action plans with clients that outlined goals and career plans to be achieved.
  • Worked to find employment or educational activities for over 42% of client caseload.
  • Implemented component activities that would assist clients in achieving their established goal(s).
  • Completed case narratives once assessments were finished documented issues by writing clearly, concisely, and correctly and analyzed issues.
  • Updated client files through data entry using data base, made decisions and recommended next actions for clients.
  • Collected, reviewed, compared and compiled client documentation to ensure accurate reporting of daily activities to prepare reports for supervisory review.
  • Identified client barriers and formulated plans to eliminate or reduce barriers.
  • Interacted with potential employers to negotiate hiring clients.

Education

Walden University
09.2009 - 02.2011

Bachelor of Science - Justice And Public Safety

Auburn University At Montgomery
08.2001 - 05.2005

Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
06.2017 - 08.2017

Skills

Excellent Written & Verbal Communication

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Timeline

Compliance Specialist

Hunt, Guillot And Associates
03.2021 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources

Walden University
06.2017 - 08.2017

Customer Service Representative

SBA- Small Business Administration- Office of Disaster Assistance
02.2016 - 01.2021

Applicant Services Program Specialist

Federal Emergency Management Agency- FEMA
11.2012 - 06.2013

Program Support Assistant- Office Administration

Department Of Veterans Affairs
10.2009 - 11.2011

Walden University
09.2009 - 02.2011

Housing Advisor Recertification

Federal Emergency Management Agency- FEMA
07.2007 - 08.2009

Financial Support Worker

Mobile County Department of Human Resources, JOBS Program
06.2006 - 08.2007

Bachelor of Science - Justice And Public Safety

Auburn University At Montgomery
08.2001 - 05.2005
Lesleigh Harold