Experienced professional with strong organizational, time management, and project management skills looking for a position as a Deputy Court Administrator. Able to conduct data analysis from audits and reviews to conclusion and evaluation as well as application. Collaborates professionally with individuals from broad array of backgrounds and cultures.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Budgeting & Compliance Specialist
Big Village/Engine Group/ORC International
Toledo, OH
02.2020 - 06.2024
Coordinated with project managers in fast paced environment utilizing strong organization, management and time management skills.
Sought out vendors to meet needs of external clients while maintaining excellent relationship with internal clients, often working with those of diverse cultures.
Collaborated with other team members to find solutions to seemingly impossible asks while handling multiple responsibilities at same time.
Sourced sample solutions to meet client needs, connecting vendors to internal clients, tracking projects while live, afterwards followed the project through invoicing and approval.
Sought out ways to maximize profits on projects. Saved $20,000 on one project by negotiating better pricing based on updated project specifications using data analysis skills to audit, review, and evaluate.
Ensured all invoices for entire team were approved and accurately entered into database.
Coordinated with legal and IT security teams to onboard new vendors ensuring all necessary documentation was in place.
Responsible for documentation of processes for department.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions leading to updated policies and procedures.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Senior Tabulation Programmer
Big Village/Engine Group/ORC International
Toledo, Ohio
01.2008 - 02.2020
Responsible for all client deliverables, including dashboards and data tables, for CARAVAN product line which required strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to trouble shoot problems quickly in order to deliver on tight timelines. It was critical to analyze data prior to delivery.
Managed and trained other tabulation programmers in partner company, Ugam Solutions.
Created and maintained all documentation and standards for training purposes.
Instrumental in CARAVAN transition to new reporting platform. Worked with CARAVAN project management team to develop dashboards that met key client needs.
Found creative solutions to streamline processes. For example, one report went from taking 2 days of manual process to 1 hour of automation eliminating error potential saving hours of work and allowing client to get report sooner.
Analyzed, reviewed and revised programs to increase operating efficiency.
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<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
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