Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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MEGAN PERNICEK

Colon

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Assistant

Natural Resource Conservation Service
06.2024 - 02.2025
  • Supported planning and coordination of Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and associated activities.
  • Prepared clearly written and formatted documents and reports.
  • Managed both digital and physical filing systems and retrieved documents as required.
  • Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Strengthened communication between team members by establishing clear channels for information sharing.
  • Developed comprehensive resource materials for program participants, leading to better program understanding and compliance.
  • Assisted in development of strategic plans, aligning program goals with organizational objectives.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date program databases, ensuring easy access to critical information for decision-making.
  • Streamlined administrative processes, significantly reducing paperwork turnaround time.
  • Strengthened relationships with stakeholders through regular, effective communication and timely updates on program progress.
  • Enhanced team productivity by organizing efficient filing systems and workflow procedures.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
  • Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.

Federal Aid Administrator II

Nebraska Department Of Agriculture
09.2023 - 06.2024


  • Managed grant budgets to ensure compliance with federal regulations and efficient allocation of resources.
  • Oversaw accounts payable processes to ensure timely and accurate payments.
  • Evaluated grant applications to determine eligibility for funding.
  • Managed accounts receivable processes to ensure timely collection of federal aid funds and funds due for licensing .
  • Assisted grant applicants in navigating the application process.
  • Developed financial plans for new initiatives, optimizing resource allocation within compliance standards.
  • Facilitated daily accounting processes to ensure accurate financial management.
  • Ensured compliance with USDA program regulations by effectively managing and reviewing program requirements.

Program Assistant

Career Management Associates (NRCS)
09.2018 - 09.2023
  • Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
  • Established rapport with clients through exceptional customer service practices, fostering ongoing relationships built on trust and respect.
  • Provided administrative support to department leadership, streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
  • Supported planning and coordination of Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and associated activities.
  • Implemented centralized record-keeping system to improve overall data accuracy and accessibility for team members.

Teller

Branch Banking and Trust Company
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
  • Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
  • Balanced cash drawers daily, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective actions as needed.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.

Education

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/ACCOUNTING

Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NE
01.2018

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - FOOD SERVICE/HOSPITALITY

Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NE
01.2014

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Twin River High School
Genoa, NE
01.2012

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Scheduling management
  • Creative problem solving
  • Program administration
  • Driven and outgoing
  • Financial reporting
  • Project management
  • Advanced Excel
  • Progress tracking
  • Grant writing
  • Records management
  • Bookkeeping

Timeline

Program Assistant

Natural Resource Conservation Service
06.2024 - 02.2025

Federal Aid Administrator II

Nebraska Department Of Agriculture
09.2023 - 06.2024

Program Assistant

Career Management Associates (NRCS)
09.2018 - 09.2023

Teller

Branch Banking and Trust Company
02.2018 - 09.2018

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/ACCOUNTING

Southeast Community College

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - FOOD SERVICE/HOSPITALITY

Southeast Community College

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Twin River High School
MEGAN PERNICEK