Rodney Keyes
Irving,NY
Summary
Goal-driven engineering assistant dedicated to providing high-quality construction services to the Seneca Nation. Offering first-rate construction management and field supervision expertise. Skillful in working with architects, inspectors, designers and subcontractors to ensure the Seneca Nation receives high-quality project work.
Loyal, dependable, professional, and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Department of Transportation
Seneca Nation
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with NYSDOT to maintain roads and bridges running through Cattaraugus Territory.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key Seneca Nation and NYSDOT personnel, ensuring smooth coordination of transportation activities.
Assistant to the President
Seneca Nation
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Maintained confidentiality and discretion at all times while working with sensitive information.
- Built and maintained excellent relationships with Nation members through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for office supplies, equipment and services.
- Streamlined communication by managing correspondence between the President''s office and various departments.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Supported decision-making processes by conducting thorough research and providing important data to the President.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assistant to the Treasurer
Seneca Nation
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Mitigated risks by identifying challenges within projects such as the new ECLC, and proposing relevant solutions.
- Boosted Nation Members satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Assisted Nation Members with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
Education
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek Central School
Skills
- Staff Management and Supervision
- Decision-Making
- Issue Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Rate negotiation
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
Co-Commissioner of the Import-Export Commission responsible for implementing the Nations first cigarette stamping system resulting in millions of dollars for the Seneca Nation.
Secretary and Treasurer of American Legion Post 1587 and Project Manager for the new Legion.
Sat on the pow wow committee implementing changes that resulted in generating thousands of dollars for future pow wows.
Instrumental in creating the Seneca Nation Language Immersion Program and Sully Huff Heritage Center.
Honorably served 12 years in the USAF.
Timeline
Department of Transportation
Seneca Nation
01.2018 - 06.2020
Assistant to the President
Seneca Nation
11.2016 - 01.2018
Assistant to the Treasurer
Seneca Nation
01.2014 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek Central School
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