SOPHIA HUTTON
Moscow,ID
Summary
I have accumulated 20 years of diverse experience in human capital, fiscal, and asset management, demonstrating a high level of organization and motivation. My skill set includes strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, as well as the capacity to cultivate robust teams and execute effective plans. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Finance Director
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
03.2023 - Current
- Provides financial and operational departmental leadership and personnel management for the CAHNRS Office of Research.
- Works with associate dean to identify research and strategic goal priorities, enhance research opportunities for faculty and graduate students, perform assessments, and supervise grant coordinators and staff.
- Works with colleges to collect and analyze research outcomes and to adjust programs and services as needed based on results.
- Oversees financial systems for all Capacity Grants and area fiscal assets, including state, endowment, grant, gift, and revenue-generating budgets.
- Conducts regular audits of college level review of contracts, agreements, and grants.
- Streamlines budgeting processes through automation, reducing manual errors and improving overall efficiency in planning efforts.
CAHNRS Area Grant Manager
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed and coordinated grant and contract administration process for the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS).
- Managed the College level review and approval of proposals and awards.
- Managed program Extension pre- and post-award.
- Supervised the Pullman based Research and Extension Grant Team.
- Managed, assessed and documented the grant and contract administration policies and procedures.
- Trained and research and extension grant staff; provide grant support and training to Research and Extension Center grant staff.
- Managed Memoranda of Understanding and fiscal arrangements with commodity commissions; coordinate state funded grant programs, endowment proposal and award processes.
- Prepared reports; and acted as the College liaison to the Office of Research Support and Operations (ORSO) and Sponsored Program Services (SPS).
- Supervised nine (9) Post-Award Grant Administrators and lead the work of six (6) Pre-Award Grant Coordinators.
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2014 - 03.2022
- Supervise and managed all administrative and fiscal functions for the School of Environment.
- Administered hiring and recruitment efforts, oversaw and monitored enrollment and fiscal activities, coordinate equipment and inventory of departmental assets, assist in management and support of 14 WSU Service Centers on campus, facilitate scholarship and fellowship management, document and develop administrative processes to maintain and improve administrative functions and efficiency, provide administrative management support for graduate student assignments and departmental training and internship opportunities.
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Processed departmental payroll for approximately 170 personnel, process and review personnel action forms and position descriptions and action commands in WSU’s internal record data system, provided administrative support for faculty, staff, and students, assisted in graduate student recruitment, and managed the temporary employees for the School of the Environment, promoted to Administrative Manager in August 2014.
RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST
SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES
07.2011 - 05.2013
- Primary duties included recruitment of employees specializing in engineering and technical training
- Performed interviews, background checks, and made offers to potential employees with offer packages and in compliance with SEL policies and procedures, advocated for veteran recruitment, presented benefit overview to employees, and recruited employees, arranged company tours and organized final interview details and processes, served as liaison and trainer to Interview Coordinators, designed, followed, and improved recruitment techniques and selection processes.
OFFICE ASSISTANT III
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Civil service nine-month appointment prepared and conducted staff and graduate student course evaluations, preserved donor relation program through detailed record keeping system and monthly correspondence, provided continuous support to faculty, students, and visitors; organized events, special lectures and banquets and departmental functions, tracked all department assets, and arranged text book review with WSU Bookstore.
TEACHING ASSISTANT/LAB SUPERVISOR
BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Taught Arabic and supplement course learning objectives through conversation lab, assisted approximately fifteen upper-division students with one-on-one teaching techniques in addition to providing instruction during assigned lab/class times, introduced students to multiple media channels to improve command of the Modern Standard Arabic Language, enhanced lab attendance by 60% from previous semesters due to organized study sessions and prepared lab activities.
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
01.2004 - 07.2007
- Administrative Supervisor for office of four personnel and maintained records for approximately 320 personnel, served as Career Guidance and Counselor to retain and manage 120 personnel and assisted with Branch Career Counseling Services, performed other duties specific to personnel management, enlistments, retirements and transition planning
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
10.2003 - 01.2004
- Linguist Shift Supervisor for six personnel, supervised daily operations for security and linguistic services, conducted indoctrination of new personnel to command detail, and performed other requisite tasks as necessary.
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
01.2003 - 10.2003
- Supervised five personnel in operation of main propulsion engine room and generators, maintained quality control, maintenance records, and supply management for all divisional equipment.
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
11.1999 - 12.2002
- Maintained fuel and water quality program including aviation fuel and auxiliary systems for ship propulsion, supervised personnel training program, coordinated preventative maintenance for system programs, and supervised comprehensive routine maintenance including all records logs and personnel certifications.
Education
Master’s Degree in Organizational Management - Public Administration
Ashford University
09.2016
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration - Curriculum Emphasis; Human Resource Management
Boise State University
08.2010
Advanced Leadership Training -
Dam Neck Naval Training Center
01.2004
Certified Arabic Linguist -
American Council of Education
01.2002
Skills
- Payroll Administration
- Cash Flow Forecasting
- Cost Control
- Expense Management
- Grant Management
- Financial Policies
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Team Building Leadership
- Planning and coordination
- Relationship building and management
- Prioritizing and Planning
- Cash Flow Management
- Staff Training
- Work Planning
- Process Implementation
- Accounting management
- Human resources knowledge
- Employee Training Oversight
Awards
- Administrative Professional Contribution Award, Washington State University, 2020
- Crimson Spirit Award, Washington State University, 2020
- Staff Peer Mentoring Award, College of Arts and Science, Washington State University, 2018
- Certificate of Appreciation, United States Armed Forces Joint Task Force, Guantanamo Bay, 2003
- United States Navy and Marine Corp. Achievement Medal, 2002
- Blue Jacket of the Quarter, United States Navy, U.S.S. Stump, DD-978, 2001
- Blue Jacket of the Year, United States Navy, U.S.S. Stump, DD-978, 2001
Certification
American Council of Education, Certified Arabic Linguist, 2002
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Finance Director
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
03.2023 - Current
CAHNRS Area Grant Manager
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
03.2022 - 03.2023
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2014 - 03.2022
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2013 - 08.2014
RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST
SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES
07.2011 - 05.2013
OFFICE ASSISTANT III
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2010 - 05.2011
TEACHING ASSISTANT/LAB SUPERVISOR
BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2010 - 05.2010
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
01.2004 - 07.2007
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
10.2003 - 01.2004
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
01.2003 - 10.2003
GAS TURBINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
11.1999 - 12.2002
Master’s Degree in Organizational Management - Public Administration
Ashford University
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration - Curriculum Emphasis; Human Resource Management
Boise State University
Advanced Leadership Training -
Dam Neck Naval Training Center
Certified Arabic Linguist -
American Council of Education
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