Samantha Calder
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Assistant to Senior Public Safety Advisor
Governor's Office
11.2024 - Current
- Assist in Policy Development : Collaborate with the Public Safety Advisor in the creation, revision, and implementation of public safety policies and programs, ensuring they align with the Governor's priorities.
- Research and Analysis : Conduct research on public safety trends, issues, legislation, and best practices to inform policy recommendations and responses.
- Coordinate with Agencies : Work closely with law enforcement agencies, emergency management departments, and other public safety organizations to ensure seamless communication and collaboration on policy implementation.
- Prepare Briefings : Prepare written reports, memos, and briefings for the Public Safety Advisor and Governor, summarizing important developments, issues, or decisions in the realm of public safety.
- Liaise with Stakeholders : Build and maintain relationships with local government officials, community groups, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders to support public safety initiatives and gather input.
- Support in Crisis Management : Provide administrative and logistical support during emergencies or public safety crises, helping the Public Safety Advisor manage the state's response effectively.
- Manage Public Safety Projects : Oversee specific public safety initiatives or projects assigned by the Public Safety Advisor, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and objectives are met.
- Coordinate Events : Assist in organizing and managing events, conferences, or public forums related to public safety, ensuring key stakeholders are involved and informed.
- Monitor Legislative Developments : Track and report on the progress of public safety-related legislation, regulations, and initiatives at the state and federal levels.
- Communications Support : Draft speeches, talking points, and statements for the Public Safety Advisor and Governor on public safety matters, ensuring consistent and clear messaging.
- Assist with Budget Planning : Help in preparing and monitoring the public safety budget, tracking expenditures, and providing analysis for future allocations.
- Public Safety Advocacy : Assist in advocating for public safety funding and legislative changes by preparing materials for meetings with legislators and other key figures.
- Crisis Communication : Aid in the communication of critical public safety information to the public, including working with media outlets, drafting press releases, and responding to inquiries.
- Data Management and Reporting : Ensure that relevant data on public safety initiatives, outcomes, and programs are tracked and reported in a timely and accurate manner.
- Administrative Support : Manage the daily operations of the Public Safety Advisor's office, including scheduling meetings, handling correspondence, and maintaining records.
- Policy Evaluation : Assess the effectiveness of current public safety policies and programs, providing recommendations for improvements or modifications.
- Support Strategic Planning : Contribute to the development of long-term public safety strategies in line with the Governor's vision, priorities, and available resources.
- Represent the Public Safety Advisor : Represent the Public Safety Advisor in meetings or public forums when required, ensuring the Advisor's priorities and positions are accurately conveyed.
Grant Analyst
New Mexico Department of Public Safety
08.2023 - Current
- Analyzed grant proposals and budgets to ensure compliance with funding requirements and organizational policies
- Prepared quarterly and semi-annually reports for grant-funded projects, tracking expenditures and verifying goals and objectives are being met
- Assisted in the development of grant proposals, including budget preparation and narrative writing
- Conducted monthly audits of grant expenditures and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with grant terms
- Collaborated with subrecipients to provide guidance and support for grant-funded initiatives
- Read, evaluate, and facilitate the process of applying for grants within JustGrants and Grants.gov
- Process payments requests from sub-recipients via change orders, journal entries and submitting for entities to be paid
- Process billing documentation and invoice requests for reimbursement from DFA
- Process SHARE financials
- Conduct training and site visits with sub-recipients
- Process budget amendment requests internally and externally
- Manage expenditures, and monitor goals and objectives, and federal compliance of 9+ awards
- Develop sub-recipient agreements/contracts
- Create internal purchase requests for purchase orders and requisitions to pay sub-recipients and vendors
- Process and approve travel requests for grant funded travel
- Develop training material for internal and external entities
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook for data analysis, modeling, and visualization purposes
Owner
The Glittered Hanger Boutique
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Founded and established a boutique specializing in women's clothing, skincare, and accessories
- Developed business strategies to drive revenue growth, streamline operations, and optimize inventory management
- Implemented effective merchandising techniques to enhance product visibility and maximize sales
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure a diverse and high-quality product offering
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure a personalized shopping experience and foster customer loyalty
- Managed day-to-day operations, including staffing, scheduling, and financial management
Program Manager/Supervisor
Carlsbad Anti-Drug/Gang Coalition
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Conducted needs assessments and data analysis to identify community needs for use in program planning and development
- Research, process and submit grant applications for both state and federal funds
- Implement programs within two middle schools, one high school and one early college for suicide prevention tactics
- Facilitate meetings and support for adult and peer leaders for Sources of Strength
- Collaborate with community stakeholders, including schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement agencies, and local organizations, to coordinate prevention efforts and initiatives
- Contributed to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
- Designed, implemented, and evaluated substance use prevention programs targeting diverse populations, including youth, adults, and families
- Provided education and training on drug and alcohol prevention strategies, risk factors, and protective factors
- Develop educational and informational materials for a variety of audiences and organizations
- Utilized social marketing techniques and media campaigns to raise awareness and promote prevention messaging
- Monitored program outcomes and effectiveness and made data-driven adjustments to improve program impact and reach
- Organize bi-monthly meetings to foster positive community partnerships and promote program success
- Use statistical and data tracked information to analyze and prepare reports, tables, and charts to monitor trends for upcoming educational purposes within the community
- Monitor program activities related to the program goals for reporting purposes
- Prepare grant proposals and RFP's
- Supervised 2+ employees/adult leaders to have efficient, targeted, and measurable outcomes in programmatic services
Program Assistant
Carlsbad Anti-Drug/Gang Coalition
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Provide administrative support to program managers, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence
- Coordinate logistics for program events, workshops, and meetings, including venue booking, participant registration, material preparation
- Maintain program databases and files, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records
- Assist with program budget tracking, expense reporting, and invoicing
- Prepare and distribute program-related communications, reports, and presentations
- Serve as a point of contact for program inquiries and provide information and assistance as needed
- Assist with implementation of programs within the schools
- Create media and marketing campaigns
- Assist with educational and community awareness programs regarding prevention of underage drinking, drug use and the effects it has on youth and communities
- Assist with Teen Court proceedings
- Review data collected from surveys to determine needs and changes within schools and communities
Judicial Specialist 2
Fifth Judicial Courts
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Manage a high-volume caseload, including case-initiation, tracking, and disposition, ensuring accuracy and adherence to court procedures
- Prepare and process legal documents
- Including summonses, subpoenas, warrants, and judgments, in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Schedule court hearings, meetings, and conferences, and coordinate with judges, attorneys, and other court personnel to ensure timely proceedings
- Maintain electronic and physical case files, updating records and documenting case actions and decisions
- Assist court staff, attorneys, and the public with inquiries related to case status, procedures, and court rules
- Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, and copying documents
- Process NCIC and FBI verifications
- Handled incoming calls from the public or routed to the appropriate staff member
- Process court fee payments and cash bonds
- Process civil documents, warrants, traffic court proceedings, child custody and support documents, jury trial preparation documents, criminal documents
- Record and transcribe preliminary hearings
- Recommend changes in policy and procedures within work groups on committees
- File preparation and organization for preliminary, pre-trial, arraignment hearings and jury trials
- Highly efficient in Tyler File and Serve Odyssey and Jury+ databases
- Provided technical assistance and information to the public, attorneys, judges and other entities with inquiries
Supervisor
New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department/Motor Vehicle Division
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Lead a team of motor vehicle clerks in providing excellent customer service and accurate processing of vehicle registration, titles, VIN inspections and licenses
- Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures to streamline processes and improve efficiency
- Train and mentor staff on motor vehicle laws, regulations, and software systems to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Monitor location performance metrics and create strategies to meet or exceed service standards and goals
- Resolve escalated customer inquiries and complaints, demonstrating strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
- Collaborate with other facilities to coordinate services and initiatives related to motor vehicle operations
- Process payments for all motor vehicle transactions
- Process revenue reports from staff and prepare bank deposits
- Process and conduct staff disciplinary actions and documentation
- Conduct performance evaluations for staff
- Verify and approve staff time for payroll
- Supervised 5+ employees
- Provided guidance and support to the public with information inquiries or complaints
Receptionist
Tucker, Burns, Yoder, & Eley Law Firm
12.2019 - 02.2019
- Serve paperwork to involved parties on cases
- Greet and welcome visitors in a professional and friendly manner, directing them to the appropriate person
- Answer incoming calls, take messages, and route calls to the appropriate person
- Manage the front desk area, including cleanliness, organizing paperwork, managing office supplies, and processing payments in debit, credit, check and cash forms
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and coordinate the necessary rooms as needed
- Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing and scanning documents with other attorneys and courts
- Handle inquiries from clients, courts, other attorneys and opposing parties as needed
Bartender/Manager
Clancy's Irish Cantina
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Oversee all aspects of bar operations, including staff scheduling, training, and performance management
- Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and track expenses to optimize profitability and minimize waste
- Create and maintain a welcoming and energetic environment for guests, ensuring a memorable experience
- Plan and execute special events, promotions, and entertainment to attract customers and drive sales
- Handle customer complaints, feedback, and resolve issues for customer satisfaction
- Prepared and served food and drinks according to customer preferences and restaurant recipes while maintaining consistency and quality
- Assisted with payroll, revenue reports and bank deposits
- Supervised 7+ employees
- Provided information, guidance, and support to the public
Judicial Specialist 2
11th Judicial Courts
09.2014 - 05.2018
- Manage a high-volume caseload, including case-initiation, tracking, and disposition, ensuring accuracy and adherence to court procedures
- Prepare and process legal documents
- Including summonses, subpoenas, warrants, and judgments, in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Schedule court hearings, meetings, and conferences, and coordinate with judges, attorneys, and other court personnel to ensure timely proceedings
- Maintain electronic and physical case files, updating records and documenting case actions and decisions
- Assist court staff, attorneys, and the public with inquiries related to case status, procedures, and court rules
- Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, and copying documents
- Process NCIC and FBI verifications
- Handled incoming calls from the public or routed to the appropriate staff member
- Process court fee payments and cash bonds
- Process civil documents, warrants, traffic court proceedings, child custody and support documents, jury trial preparation documents, criminal documents
- Record and transcribe preliminary hearings
- File preparation and organization for preliminary, pre-trial, arraignment hearings and jury trials
- Highly efficient in Tyler File and Serve Odyssey and Jury+ databases
- Attend UNM continuing education courses
- Assist with training and creating training manuals for new employees
- Collect jail paperwork for new arrests and bonds including paperwork and cash
- Assisted with Voir Dire process for all jury trials
- Provided technical assistance and information to the public, attorney's, judges, and other entities with various inquiries
Education
Continuing Education classes -
Central New Mexico College
Rio Rancho, NM02.2025
Basics -
San Juan College
Farmington, NM12.2021
Diploma -
Aztec High School
Aztec, NM05.2008
Skills
- Grant management software
- Financial analysis
- Financial management
- Attention to detail
- Compliance
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Public Speaking
- Marketing
- Community outreach
- Business Development
- Inventory Management
- Procurement
- Event Coordination
- Database management
- Time Management
- Court procedures
- Leadership
- Team management
- Problem-solving
- Grant Management
- Customer relations
- Strong communication skills
- Workplace inspections
- Office administration
- Detail-oriented
Certification
- DOJ Grants Financial Management
- Sources of Strength (Regional Trainer)
Timeline
Special Assistant to Senior Public Safety Advisor
Governor's Office
11.2024 - Current
Grant Analyst
New Mexico Department of Public Safety
08.2023 - Current
Program Manager/Supervisor
Carlsbad Anti-Drug/Gang Coalition
07.2021 - 06.2023
Owner
The Glittered Hanger Boutique
05.2021 - 06.2024
Program Assistant
Carlsbad Anti-Drug/Gang Coalition
09.2020 - 07.2021
Receptionist
Tucker, Burns, Yoder, & Eley Law Firm
12.2019 - 02.2019
Judicial Specialist 2
Fifth Judicial Courts
08.2019 - 09.2020
Supervisor
New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department/Motor Vehicle Division
02.2019 - 08.2019
Bartender/Manager
Clancy's Irish Cantina
06.2018 - 01.2019
Judicial Specialist 2
11th Judicial Courts
09.2014 - 05.2018
Basics -
San Juan College
Diploma -
Aztec High School
Continuing Education classes -
Central New Mexico College
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