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RICHARD K. HARRINGTON

Southern Pines,USA

Summary

Versatile and diligent professional with a background at QUEEN CITY MAINTENANCE, INC., adept in Microsoft Office and LexisNexis. Excelled in roles requiring legal compliance and meticulous document management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure information accuracy, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellence. Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Floor Cleaner

QUEEN CITY MAINTENANCE, INC.
Charlotte, NC
09.2024 - Current
  • Currently assigned at Food Lion Store #999, Sanford, North Carolina
  • Duties involve ensuring floors are clean and safe using various cleaning techniques
  • Vacuum scrub floors utilizing Advance Model SC750 Walk-Behind Floor Scrubber
  • Polish floors utilizing Kawasaki Power Buff propane powered floor buffer
  • Maintain cleaning supplies and equipment
  • Report any needed repairs or malfunctions to a store manager
  • Spot clean and assist with other cleaning tasks as needed

Deputy FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) Officer

METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY & MTA NEW YORK CITY TRANSIT
New York, NY
03.1994 - 10.2022
  • Dual employee for both New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority & MTA New York City Transit
  • Duties involved assisting the primary FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) officer in managing and responding to public requests for government records, including reviewing documents for releasable information, advising on legal compliance, and handling appeals related to FOIL requests, often requiring a strong understanding of legal procedures and government transparency regulations
  • Key responsibilities included reviewing FOIL requests, analyzing incoming requests to determine if they are valid and comply with FOIL guidelines
  • Document retrieval and review, locating relevant records within the agency and assessing whether they can be released in full or with necessary redactions
  • Legal analysis including interpreting FOIL laws and regulations to advise on potential exemptions for withholding information
  • Responding to requests in a timely manner, providing updates on the status of requests, and explaining reasons for denial if applicable
  • Reviewing and responding to appeals filed by individuals who disagreed with initial FOIL determinations
  • Maintaining records, keeping accurate documentation of all FOIL requests and related correspondence
  • Liaison with other departments & collaborating with other agencies or legal counsel on complex FOIL matters

Yoeman (Naval Administrative/Personnel Assistant)

UNITED STATES NAVY
10.1980 - 03.1987
  • Produced manuals, transcripts, instructions, reports, schedules, training procedures and maintenance criteria
  • Procurement of equipment and supplies
  • Initiated Job Orders and Work Requests
  • Processed CLASSIFIED MATERIALs
  • Maintained naval publications and directives
  • Member of PRP (Personnel Reliability Program) at U.S
  • Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek Virginia, and U.S
  • Naval Weapons Station Earl, Colts Neck New Jersey

Education

Non-Degree Certificate Programs - Public Administration, Conflict Resolution in Labor & Employment

JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CUNY)
New York
01.2009

Certificate of Completion - Administrative/Personnel School

U.S. NAVAL STATION
Norfolk, VA
07.1983

Academic Diploma -

LEE COUNTY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Sanford, NC
06.1978

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • MS Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Access
  • Publisher
  • Outlook
  • LexisNexis
  • MTA/MTA NYCT

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Commercial Floor Cleaner

QUEEN CITY MAINTENANCE, INC.
09.2024 - Current

Deputy FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) Officer

METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY & MTA NEW YORK CITY TRANSIT
03.1994 - 10.2022

Yoeman (Naval Administrative/Personnel Assistant)

UNITED STATES NAVY
10.1980 - 03.1987

Non-Degree Certificate Programs - Public Administration, Conflict Resolution in Labor & Employment

JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CUNY)

Certificate of Completion - Administrative/Personnel School

U.S. NAVAL STATION

Academic Diploma -

LEE COUNTY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
RICHARD K. HARRINGTON