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
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