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THERESA MCDONOUGH DEVINE

THERESA MCDONOUGH DEVINE

YONKERS

Summary

Operations leader with over 15 years in higher education, driving efficiency and student success. Specializes in strategic procurement, budget oversight, and team mentorship, fostering collaborative workplace cultures.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Department Associate

Fordham University
Bronx
03.2026 - 06.2026

Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS) Enrollment Team | 2026

  • Utilized Banner, Slate CRM, and other enrollment management technologies to manage student records, track engagement, support recruitment efforts, and maintain data integrity throughout the student lifecycle.
  • Supported enrollment, advising, and student success initiatives for prospective, admitted, transfer, military-affiliated, veteran, and continuing students.
  • Coordinated student communications, advising appointments, orientation programs, information sessions, and enrollment-related events to facilitate student engagement and support retention.
  • Generated reports and maintained confidential student records in compliance with FERPA, collaborating with academic and enrollment teams to improve student services and operational workflows.
  • Managed departmental procurement and financial transactions, including purchase requests, vendor invoices, and reimbursements, ensuring timely processing and adherence to budget protocols.
  • Partnered with the Associate Dean to manage commencement documentation, graduation logistics, banquet attendance, and event coordination with campus partners, including security.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Manhattan University
Riverdale
07.2022 - 01.2026
  • Increased profits by assessing effectiveness of Capital budget and ITS based projects, including the Faculty laptop initiative.
  • Coordinated campus-wide procurement for technology and licensing, overseeing day-to-day production activities aligned with business objectives.
  • Defined, implemented and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Negotiated pricing and service terms with customers and vendors, directly impacting expenses and profitability.
  • Proficient in Banner and Unimarket while leading change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Assessed and verified billing invoices and expense reports, reducing financial inconsistencies and enhancing accuracy.

OFFICE MANAGER

Manhattan University
Riverdale
06.2014 - 06.2022
  • Managed budgets, appointment scheduling, employee and event itineraries and accounts to improve productivity initiatives.
  • Coordinated office operations and scheduled appointments for department managers to streamline workflow.
  • Oversaw office inventory by managing ordering, requisitioning, stocking, and shipment receiving processes.
  • Maintained organized computer and physical filing systems to ensure easy access to documents.
  • Evaluated employee records and productivity to complete employee evaluations.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Manhattan University
Bronxville
09.2012 - 07.2014

MARKETING ASSOCIATE

Royal Properties
03.2010 - 09.2010
  • Developed marketing strategies and resolved challenges to enhance sales performance.
  • Conducted analysis to refine and strengthen future marketing strategies.
  • Authored crisp and interesting marketing copy to engage target consumers and drive sales.
  • Worked closely with product development teams to create and maintain marketing materials for sales presentations and client meetings.
  • Coordinated art and graphics creation for effective merchandising.
  • Edited website content and database to keep information correct and up-to-date.
  • Supported growth initiatives in commercial real estate office as marketing associate.

SENIOR ASSOCIATE

CBSI
Mamaroneck
10.2000 - 11.2003
  • Managed operations of cardholder brokerage firm
  • Managed two employees in Operations Dept, coordinating tasks and providing direction to enhance team productivity.
  • Generated usage reports with Access for President of Company to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Tracked cardholder bins for credit card insurances to ensure accurate processing and compliance.
  • Proofread and edited all insurance disclosures.

SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR

Pace University
Briarcliff
01.1999 - 10.2000
  • Coordinated communication between internal events personnel and external vendors to swiftly address conflicts.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed event logistics and operations for commencements.
  • Resolved concerns, complaints, and inquiries to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Assigned tasks, reviewed performance, and developed improvement plans to enhance team effectiveness.
  • Developed junior team members and cultivated a collaborative culture.

OPERATOR

Pace University
Pleasantville
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Operated switchboard, facilitating routing of incoming calls to appropriate departments for prompt assistance.
  • Directed all college-wide incoming calls, routing to best-qualified personnel to enhance communication flow.
  • Connected callers to appropriate professionals or departments to ensure efficient resolution of inquiries.
  • Responded to customer inquiries with patience and positivity to establish excellent first impression.
  • Maintained accurate records of calls placed and received.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emergency call procedures.
  • Operated digital paging system to notify recipients of incoming calls.
  • Monitored automated systems for placing collect calls and intervened for callers needing assistance.
  • Performed clerical work such as sorting mail, restocking supplies and typing documents.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

Manhattan University
Riverdale, NY
10-2026

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Budget Management
  • E-procurement Systems
  • CRM systems
  • Procurement management
  • Advanced Excel
  • Records & Database Management
  • CRM Systems (Raisers Edge, Slate)
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel)
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign)
  • Banner
  • Database management
  • Concur
  • HR Administration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Budget management
  • Enrollment management
  • Procurement

Community Service

  • Youth Sports Coach (Volunteer), Colts Club, Yonkers, NY
  • Youth Wellness Volunteer (Yoga Instruction), Supporting mindfulness, confidence, and overall wellness, Eastchester, NY
  • Golf Instruction (Volunteer), Parks Department, Yonkers, NY
  • Various volunteer experiences, Manhattan University, Including James Patterson outreach, Commencement, Open House, HEOP, Accessibility tutoring and Food Pantry, Riverdale, NY

Professional Development

  • Google Cloud Training (2022)
  • Google Cloud Summit (2018)
  • AWS Cloud Training (2019)
  • COVID Compliance Training - Everfi
  • Contact Tracing - Johns Hopkins University
  • Women in IT Conferences (2017-2024)
  • NERCOMP Representative for Manhattan University

Timeline

Senior Department Associate

Fordham University
03.2026 - 06.2026

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Manhattan University
07.2022 - 01.2026

OFFICE MANAGER

Manhattan University
06.2014 - 06.2022

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Manhattan University
09.2012 - 07.2014

MARKETING ASSOCIATE

Royal Properties
03.2010 - 09.2010

SENIOR ASSOCIATE

CBSI
10.2000 - 11.2003

SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR

Pace University
01.1999 - 10.2000

OPERATOR

Pace University
01.1996 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

Manhattan University
THERESA MCDONOUGH DEVINE