Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Auditor
Diocese of Buffalo
04.2021 - Current
Provide training and support for parish bookkeepers and business managers.
Develop, update, and maintain policy and procedures as changes to diocesan, state, and local regulations and laws change.
Support and lead parish financial audits.
Assist/Lead investigation of possible fraud or embezzlement through the Diocese.
Adjunct Professor, Business
Bryant and Stratton College
10.2017 - Current
Developed engaging course materials to enhance student understanding and retention.
Facilitated interactive discussions to encourage critical thinking among students.
Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments and feedback.
Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve learning outcomes.
Freelance Adult Faith Enrichment Speaker
Self Employed Writer
06.2017 - Current
Develop and present engaging presentations to challenge the faithful to a deeper learning through reflections on various aspects of the Catholic faith.
Adapted presentations for various ages and stages of spirituality and faith knowledge.
Confirmation Coordinator
Nativity of Our Lord
06.2017 - 04.2021
Implement and manage sacramental preparation program for approximately 70 candidates preparing for the sacrament in accordance with diocesan norms and canon law.
Curate content for lesson plans, pilgrimages, retreats, and apostolic projects in accordance with canon law, diocesan norms; and corporal and spiritual works of mercy.
Developed program utilizing Blooms Taxonomy for Higher Education to move Confirmation prep away from basic faith formation to application of faith for a modern young adult.
Developed and implemented procedures for adult candidates requesting the Sacrament of Confirmation as part of the parish Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults program.
Business Manager
Nativity of Our Lord
04.2017 - 04.2021
Provide day to day operational support for parish, school, and cemetery operations.
Create and manage budget for parish, school, and cemetery of approximately $3M with input and assistance from department heads.
Monitor and control contracts for vendors
Regional Shared Services and Risk Management
G4S Secure Solutions USA
05.2007 - 04.2017
Trained and supported payroll and billing personnel at local branch offices through New York, New Jersey, and New England.
Integreated Customer Support and Training for customers throughout the region.
Assisted in operational settings to ensure guard force technology and risk software was implemented and accountable.
Conducted procedural audits of branch offices for contractual and regulatory compliance.
Chemical Operations Specialist, 74D
New York Army National Guard
08.2000 - 08.2006
Assigned as a combat service support element to combat arms units.
Assisted in the establishment of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) defense measures.
Provided training advice and supervision regarding CBRN equipment and operations.
Trained and advised command elements on CBRN response operations and risk assessments.
Trained military and civilian personnel on CBRN response operations.
Operated and maintained unit level CBRN detection and decontamination equipment.
Created standard operating procedures (SOPs) for command level operations involving CBRN operations.
Deployed in support of Operation Noble Eagle in accordance with Title 10 USC 12302 to perform security missions at potential targets in and around New York City airports, bridges, tunnels, and port facilities.
Deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003-2004)
School Administrator at Jerusalem Secondary School, Kimara Parish, ELCT East and Coastal DioceseSchool Administrator at Jerusalem Secondary School, Kimara Parish, ELCT East and Coastal Diocese
Community Residence Counselor at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of SyracuseCommunity Residence Counselor at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Syracuse