Tara Jones
Jamestown,ND
Summary
Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Wee Care Daycare
Cooperstown, North Dakota
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Supervised daycare staff and classroom routines at Wee Care Daycare.
- Coordinated staff schedules, break coverage, and shift handoffs.
- Guided caregivers on feeding, nap time, and diapering procedures.
- Communicated with parents about child care needs and daily updates.
- Supported licensing standards, health rules, and center policies.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 8 employees in daily operations.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, and evaluated staff.
RA Supervisor
Bismarck Transition Center
Bismarck, North Dakota
06.2011 - 10.2014
- Supervised resident activities and enforced center rules throughout daily operations.
- Monitored housing areas, visitation, and movement within Bismarck Transition Center.
- Coordinated intake, release, and transfer paperwork with correctional staff.
- Inspected living areas for safety, cleanliness, and policy compliance.
- Documented incidents, resident concerns, and shift logs accurately.
- Guided staff through procedures, reports, and resident supervision tasks.
- Communicated with probation officers, case managers, and facility leadership.
- Responded to emergencies and followed security protocols during critical situations.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
Director of Housing
Ruth Meiers Hospitality House
Bismarck
10.2005 - 06.2011
- Directed housing services for Ruth Meiers Hospitality House residents and shelter guests.
- Reviewed resident needs and matched clients to appropriate housing resources.
- Coordinated case management referrals with community partners and service agencies.
- Supervised staff workflows for intake, placement, and housing coordination.
- Managed conflict resolution between residents, staff, and shelter visitors.
- Resolved conflicts between tenants or between tenants and staff members when necessary.
- Developed housing procedures to support Ruth Meiers Hospitality House operations.
- Provided support during emergency situations involving residential properties owned by the organization.
- Maintained records associated with tenant occupancy, rent collection, maintenance requests.
- Ensured compliance with local ordinances regarding rental properties.
Education
Jamestown High School
Jamestown, NDSkills
- Staff scheduling
- Intake coordination
- Incident reporting
- Licensing compliance
- Case coordination
- Record keeping
- Policy enforcement
- Child supervision
- Resident supervision
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Training and mentoring
- Employee evaluation
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Clear communication
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Supervisor
Wee Care Daycare
08.2016 - 06.2019
RA Supervisor
Bismarck Transition Center
06.2011 - 10.2014
Director of Housing
Ruth Meiers Hospitality House
10.2005 - 06.2011
Jamestown High School