Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Hi, I’m
Tamara Bartz
Business Management & Leadership
ND
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
City of FlasherFlasher, ND
Commissioner
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Elected City position for the citizen of Flasher.
- Maintain the Water Portfolio.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
MarqzLas Vegas, NV
Business Development Manager
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Kept meticulous client notes and updated account information in company databases.
- Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
- Created reading guides for book promotions.
- Built a community followers for NTC game launch.
- Maintained social media postings for clients.
City of FlasherFlasher, ND
City Commission President
06.2015 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Kept municipal operations in compliance with city ordinances, state requirements and federal laws.
- Managed department heads to maintain smooth operations between different functional areas.
- Managed approved city projects for each year in position.
- Co-created annual budget and submitted it to city council for review and approval.
- Represented city and interests with community organizations, government agencies and general public.
- Fostered climate of collaboration between general public, city manager and members of city council.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing expense reports.
Gooseneck ImplementElgin, ND
Service Manager
08.2020 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock.
- Analyzed service reports to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained records of service transactions and customer feedback for future reference.
- Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain streamlined and productive workflow.
- Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Prairie Learning CenterRaleigh, ND
Life Skills Director
01.2020 - 03.2020
Job overview
- CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19
- Provide Life Skills training and mentorship to at-risk male youth in residential treatment center
- Developed a Life Skills program that focused on: communication skills, budgeting & banking, cooking & shopping, finding housing, continuing education, resumes & job applications, and job skills & employment
- Communicated with students regularly and elevated concerns to supervisory staff.
- Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
- Collaborated with residential team to maximize effective and efficient operations.
- Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
- Helped develop and implement programs to foster community growth and development.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among students.
- Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
PJs Farm SupplyFlasher, ND
Assistant/Bookkeeper
01.2014 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Performed data entry, paper filing, electronic archiving to support office efficiency.
- Filed invoices with processed checks to maintain orderly accounting filing system.
- Provided direct customer service to promote products and services.
- Compiled and analyzed variety of complex accounting and statistical information to prepare financial statements.
- Confirmed accounts payable and controlled expenses by receiving, processing, verifying and reconciling invoices.
- Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.
- Reviewed general ledger for accuracy and specific coding issues.
ATONEMENT LUTHERAN CHURCHFargo, ND
Director of Children's Ministry
09.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Provide quality children services to members of Atonement
- Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
- Supervised children from ages 0 months to 12 years.
- Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Recruit and schedule volunteers (average of 80 volunteers for 2011, 2012)
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science from Management
01.2009 - 06.2011
University Overview
University of North Dakota
No Degree from Business Management
08.2007 - 01.2010
University Overview
Skills
MS Office (10 years)Payroll (2 years)Receptionist (2 years)Sales (10 years)Scheduling (5 years)Word (10 years)Program DevelopmentCurriculum DevelopmentRecruitingBudgetingBookkeepingPricingEvent PlanningInterviewingConflict ManagementSalesforceLeadership (5 years)Google DocsManagement (6 years)Supervising experience (6 years)Salesforce (1 year)Citrix (1 year)Team managementBusiness developmentStrategic PlanningAssessments
CRM Skills with Salesforce
Problem Solving
Search Engine Optimization
Engine optimization tacticsHuman Resources Skills: Compensation and Benefits
Management & Leadership SkillsPlanning & Execution
Data entry
Sales skills
Analyzing data
Teamwork: Interpersonal skills
Staff Management
Business Development
Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Life Coach
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Leadership Essentials Practitioner (CPD Accredited Provider no: 777313)
Additional Information
Additional Information
- Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-bartz-63297659 Certifications and Licenses , Life Coach
Fost Parent since 2011
Fost Parent since 2011
Fostering children in need is a way our family can give back and help others. We have had many different children come through our home and they have taught us about compassion, understanding, and patience. We have adopted 4 of the children who came to us as foster children through the years.
Timeline
Commissioner
City of Flasher
06.2022 - Current
Business Development Manager
Marqz
08.2021 - Current
Service Manager
Gooseneck Implement
08.2020 - 06.2021
Life Skills Director
Prairie Learning Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
City Commission President
City of Flasher
06.2015 - 06.2022
Assistant/Bookkeeper
PJs Farm Supply
01.2014 - 01.2015
Director of Children's Ministry
ATONEMENT LUTHERAN CHURCH
09.2010 - 06.2012
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science from Management
01.2009 - 06.2011
University of North Dakota
No Degree from Business Management
08.2007 - 01.2010