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Lisa Caputo

Wantagh

Summary

Grant administrator skilled in managing grants, ensuring compliance, and tracking finances. Successfully processes reimbursement requests and maintains precise documentation for audits.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Grant Administrator

Department Of Design And Construction
Long Island City
01.2015 - 03.2020
  • Manage, track and process Federal Transit Authority (FTA), FHWA, Parks and WTC reimbursements for capital construction projects
  • Ensure that each document included in reimbursement package is thoroughly reviewed for accuracy
  • Prepare and update spreadsheets weekly for record keeping resolution of financial information with reimbursement requests made to DOT
  • Track proof of payment (EFT) via the use of FMS
  • Maintain and organize records and files related to claims for future potential audits

Capital Grants Manager

New York City Department of Parks and Recreation
Flushing
07.2006 - 01.2015

Managed grants portfolio for Capital Projects division, processing all reimbursement requests efficiently.

Coordinated submission of essential documents to grantors while meeting critical deadlines.

Reviewed and approved all grant-related payment requests and change orders, tracking payments accurately.

Oversaw preparation of contracts, reports, and documentation, ensuring timely grant closeouts for completed projects.

Acted as primary contact for new and existing capital grants, fostering relationships with various grantors.

Service Administrator

New York Fire Detection
Port Washington
11.2003 - 07.2006
  • Managed schedules and appointments for service technicians to optimize workflow efficiency.
  • Generated bi-weekly payroll to ensure timely employee compensation.
  • Oversaw utilization of company resources to maximize operational effectiveness.
  • Prepared invoices for service-related activities to streamline billing processes.
  • Interfaced with clients to troubleshoot issues and schedule service appointments.

Education

Master of Arts - Urban Studies

St John's University
Jamaica, NY
05-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

St. John's University
Jamaica, NY
05-2003

Skills

  • Grant management and compliance
  • Financial tracking and reporting
  • Document preparation and standards
  • Customer relationship management

Timeline

Grant Administrator

Department Of Design And Construction
01.2015 - 03.2020

Capital Grants Manager

New York City Department of Parks and Recreation
07.2006 - 01.2015

Service Administrator

New York Fire Detection
11.2003 - 07.2006

Master of Arts - Urban Studies

St John's University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

St. John's University
Lisa Caputo