Tonya Vanover
New Caney,TX
Summary
Results-driven compliance professional with 10+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, document management, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement. Extensive experience in affordable housing, manufacturing, environmental compliance, and aerospace industries. Proficient in interfacing with federal and state agencies, preparing critical documentation, and supporting management teams to meet compliance requirements. Expert at analyzing regulations, streamlining workflows, and providing internal guidance on regulation requirements and reporting for organizational success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Biology Teacher
Public High Schools
06.2017 - 06.2024
- Achieved a 15% rise in student evaluation results through effective skill modeling
- Initiated district level evaluation of lexile used in annual assessments
- Achieved top GPA in department through effective study techniques, interactive lessons, and building student rapport
Phlebotomist
Sonora Quest Laboratories
07.2013 - 07.2017
- Boosted patient satisfaction through empathetic interactions and communication during phlebotomy procedures.
- Maintained accurate specimen labels and compliance with transportation guidelines.
- Executed precise labeling protocols, which dramatically cut down instances of sample misidentification.
Technical Records Specialist
Precision Machine Works, Inc.
10.2011 - 05.2013
- Collaborated across teams to develop a secure records department compliant with FAA regulations
- Enhanced data access by implementing consistent variables in ERMS
- Developed workflows, policies, and procedures for managing work orders
Director of Compliance
Allied
03.2010 - 02.2011
- Improved compliance management by implementing streamlined processes and procedures
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports for upper management covering issues and recommendations
- Served as subject matter expert for internal teams regarding federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
- Kept up to date on compliance trends and rulings using meticulous research and study
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits
- Improved compliance management by implementing streamlined processes and procedures
- Prepared records and data for regular audits
Biologist Graduate Fellow
EWU Biology Department
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Analyzed human impacts and suggested mitigation approaches in technical documents
- Created methodologies for environmental surveys of vertical surfaces
- Expanded documented lichen species count from 13 to 58
FT Student
EWU
08.2005 - 06.2007
Lead Compliance Specialist
Weststates Property Management
10.2001 - 06.2005
- Implemented robust record-keeping systems that ensured accurate documentation was maintained according to regulatory requirements at all times
- Assisted in the preparation of regular reports for senior management, detailing compliance activities and progress towards established goals
- Reduced instances of non-compliance through meticulous monitoring of internal controls and periodic audits
- Streamlined regulatory processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors, leading to better overall compliance
- Served as a point of contact for employees seeking guidance on compliance matters, instilling confidence in the organization''s commitment to regulatory adherence
- Stayed current on industry regulations by attending seminars, workshops, and other professional development opportunities
- Conducted quality reviews to identify workflow inefficiencies
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
CHENEY, WABACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
CHENEY, WABACHELOR OF ART - SECONDARY EDUCATION
RIO SALADO COLLEGE
TEMPE, AZSkills
- Corrective Action
- Regulatory Compliance
- Project & Program Management
- Initial & Annual Certifications
- Reporting
- Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Document Review
- Collaboration
- Process Improvement
- Compliance Support
- Database Management
- MS Office
- Policy Analysis
Industry Training Certifications
- Credit Compliance Professional (C3P)
- Tax Credit Fundamentals & Advanced Workshop
- Bond Compliance Workshop (WA Housing)
- HUD EIV Training, 8 clock hrs
- HUD Model Tenant File Training, 8 clock hrs
- LIHTC Compliance Specialist (NV Housing)
- Assisted (HUD) Housing Manager
- STAR Rural Development 515
- Intermediate Occupancy Specialist (AHMA)
- LIHTC Property Manager (NV Housing)
- Land and Property Management (NV Housing)
Accomplishments
- Reduced initial certification processing time by 30% through research and stakeholder collaboration
- 100% qualified a $16.2 million 62-unit project 3 weeks ahead of schedule
- Increased success of CPA audits by creating a checklist and uniform file assembly company wide
Timeline
High School Biology Teacher
Public High Schools
06.2017 - 06.2024
Phlebotomist
Sonora Quest Laboratories
07.2013 - 07.2017
Technical Records Specialist
Precision Machine Works, Inc.
10.2011 - 05.2013
Director of Compliance
Allied
03.2010 - 02.2011
Biologist Graduate Fellow
EWU Biology Department
08.2007 - 06.2009
FT Student
EWU
08.2005 - 06.2007
Lead Compliance Specialist
Weststates Property Management
10.2001 - 06.2005
MASTER OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF ART - SECONDARY EDUCATION
RIO SALADO COLLEGE
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