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Stacey Novik

Broomfield,CO

Summary

Energetic Supervisor successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialty & Services Supervisor

The Home Depot
06.2023 - Current


  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Solicited customer feedback to identify and improve on areas of weakness.
  • Boosted team performance by developing customer service training materials and conducting service training.
  • Facilitated collaboration between team members on projects requiring cross-functional expertise for successful outcomes.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key clients or stakeholders through consistent communication and excellent service delivery.
  • Developed and implemented customer service policies to enhance satisfaction.
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
  • Led major initiatives within the department that drove innovation or addressed critical business challenges.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.

Project Manager & Administrative Assistant

The Gift of Jazz (Non-profit)
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Coordinate/program 100+ free lessons children in Denver’s underprivileged community
  • Create and organize detailed spreadsheets of all lesson program information
  • Hire, manage, and complete invoices for contractors
  • Execute communications between board, teachers, and students
  • Give monthly presentation to 100+ Denver public school students.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
  • Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
  • Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
  • Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
  • Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
  • Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.
  • Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
  • Developed comprehensive reports for management by collecting data from various sources, analyzing trends, and presenting actionable insights.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for office supplies, equipment and services.
  • Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and negotiating vendor contracts.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
  • Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
  • Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
  • Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
  • Performed research to collect and record industry data.
  • Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
  • Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.

Substitute Teacher

Denver Public Schools
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Communicate lesson plans and schedules with teachers
  • Maintain and exemplify Denver’s education standards for diverse communities.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
  • Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
  • Evaluated student performance using formative assessments to provide targeted feedback while concurrently adjusting lesson plans based on data-driven insights.
  • Implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Supported extracurricular activities such as tutoring sessions or after-school clubs by providing supervision or leading specific programs related to subject expertise.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Mentored new substitute teachers, sharing best practices for effective classroom management and instructional techniques.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher communication through proactive outreach via conferences, phone calls, and email updates on student progress.
  • Contributed to school-wide improvements in standardized test scores by aligning lesson plans with curriculum standards and objectives.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
  • Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
  • Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Coordinate, organize, and schedule classes, rehearsals, and lessons
  • Lead lectures and present to classes of 250+ students
  • Responsible for creating syllabi, formulating lesson plans
  • Establish reachable goals and maintain classroom standards.

Arts Administration Intern

The Bailey Performance Center
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Design format for new patron fundraising
  • Manage incoming artists, itineraries, and performances via Tessitura
  • Produce over 150 public events and create music festival marketing.

Education

Master of Performance And Pedagogy, Jazz Concentration -

University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts in Music, Trumpet concentration -

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
01.2017

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Motivation
  • Microsoft & Apple experience
  • Data Analytics
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Contract Management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Organizational Skills

Hobbies

I enjoy playing rounds of golf, going to concerts, making music, photography, all water activities, watching & playing sports, camping, hiking, & event planning

Timeline

Specialty & Services Supervisor

The Home Depot
06.2023 - Current

Project Manager & Administrative Assistant

The Gift of Jazz (Non-profit)
01.2022 - 07.2023

Substitute Teacher

Denver Public Schools
01.2021 - 01.2023

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2019 - 01.2021

Arts Administration Intern

The Bailey Performance Center
01.2015 - 01.2017

Master of Performance And Pedagogy, Jazz Concentration -

University of Colorado Boulder

Bachelor of Arts in Music, Trumpet concentration -

Kennesaw State University
Stacey Novik