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Yolanda S. Penn

Yolanda S. Penn

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Real Estate Broker with 5 years of Experience, Certified Public Health Professional, Public Health Specialist with 20 years experience at Local/State and Federal Government levels in the United States. Experience as Acting Chief Environmental Health Officer, Environmental Health Division British Virgin Islands Government.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Real Estate Broker

F.C. Tucker Company
2018.03 - Current
  • Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.
  • Managed roster of clients to send announcements and information on new properties.
  • Negotiated purchase contracts to establish maximum value for clients.
  • Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
  • Utilized online marketing platforms to promote real estate services and generate leads.
  • Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
  • Liaised between property owners and prospective buyers to facilitate purchase and transfer of ownership.
  • Provided guidance and consultation to clients to make well-informed decisions in real estate investments.
  • Advised clients on mortgage and housing conditions to identify successful properties and promote customer satisfaction.
  • Set up virtual home tours, in-person visits, and open houses for properties.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with agents, lenders and title companies.
  • Helped clients navigate transactions, complete paperwork and finalize sales or purchases.

Acting Chief Environmental Health Officer

VI Government
2013.01 - 2017.01
  • Manage, Staff, and Supervise Division to perform all program areas of Environmental Health, namely; food hygiene, vector control, water quality and industrial hygiene, and port health.
  • Coordinate and direct Environmental Health activities in order to reduce environmental health risk throughout the Territory
  • Complied with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations and reported all unsafe practices.
  • Investigated allegations of foodborne and inspected or audited food business' food safety practices.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Environmental Health Officer

VI Government
2006.01 - 2010.01
  • Quality and Safety Specialist with the ability to analyze operations, pinpoint areas for improvement and redesign, and implement plans that generate profitable results
  • Excellent relationship builder; with success in forming strong, sustainable relationships and securing consensus among cross-functional members for key initiatives
  • Effective Communicator and Leader
  • Maintain ownership mentality and accept personal accountability for Area Environmental Health Performance
  • Perform Audit Management by inspecting and licensing food establishments to enforce public health food Hygiene act.

Health Fire Safety Specialist

Meijer
1993.01 - 2004.01
  • Defined regional Health Fire Safety and operation procedures
  • Completed sanitation inspections /bacteriological analysis of food processing areas
  • ServSafe Instructor and Trainer
  • Conduct program and management audits
  • Performed diagnostic assessment of regional health safety operations.
  • Registered Sanitarian
  • Licensed Pest Control Operator

Education

Bachelor Science - Biology

Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Regulation Enforcement
  • Environmental Preservation
  • Risk Management
  • Occupational Health
  • Environmental Assessments
  • Inspection Coordination
  • Hazardous Waste Management
  • Program Development
  • Training Coordination
  • Hazard Identification
  • Critical Thinking

Timeline

Licensed Real Estate Broker

F.C. Tucker Company
2018.03 - Current

Acting Chief Environmental Health Officer

VI Government
2013.01 - 2017.01

Environmental Health Officer

VI Government
2006.01 - 2010.01

Health Fire Safety Specialist

Meijer
1993.01 - 2004.01

Bachelor Science - Biology

Kentucky State University
Yolanda S. Penn