Andy Smith Email & Phone Number

Pittsburgh, Pa

At Partner4Work (P4W), I oversee multiple workforce development programs for adult job seekers, including programs funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and other public and private funds. The goal of my work is to contribute to a thriving workforce development system in the Pittsburgh area, which I do by providing project and program management, strategic planning, and expertise in public administration.PARTNER4WORKAs the Workforce Development Board for Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, P4W is the workforce organization that connects funding, expertise and opportunities for employers, job seekers, agencies, and policy makers to develop a thriving workforce in the Pittsburgh area.

Pittsburgh, Pa

At DHS, I worked with Integrated Program Services (IPS)–a group that promotes integration across all DHS offices. My primary focus was to support the Immigrants and Internationals Initiative, although I supported additional IPS activities, as well. My services were purchased by DHS through Great Lakes Behavioral Research Institute.DHS IMMIGRANTS & INTERNATIONALS INITIATIVEThe DHS Immigrants & Internationals Initiative supports and promotes a human services network that can meet the unique needs of immigrants and internationals in Allegheny County. My work with the Initiative involved researching, developing and implementing programs and practices that provide culturally and linguistically appropriate human services to diverse populations.WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COORDINATIONI also facilitated coordination of employment and training programs within DHS and with partner organizations to strengthen connections across public systems and better serve individuals with significant barriers to employment.

Pittsburgh, Pa

As a Community Development Fellow, I worked with various community agencies while studying at Duquesne University's Graduate Center for Social and Public Policy.ALLEGHENY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICESMy work with DHS involved facilitating the activities of the Immigrants & Internationals Advisory Council–a representative body of immigrant leaders and community-based organizations, conducting a needs assessment of local immigrant communities, and supporting procurement of service coordination for immigrant residents.NORTHERN AREA MULTI-SERVICE CENTERAt NAMS, I provided case management and job development services to newly resettled refugees from a variety of countries and cultures, maintained and reported program-related data, and ensured compliance with the Pennsylvania Refugee Resettlement Program.

Republic Of Armenia

Living and working in Armenia provided a rich personal and professional experience, including partnering with Armenian educators to implement English curricula, organizing educational events on such topics as teaching practices, English acquisition, cultural exchange and community development, and directing development of a language learning center.

Syracuse, Ny

As a Contract Specialist, I facilitated all aspects of federal procurement to support acquisition of goods and services related to the operation of public buildings, including contract solicitation, negotiation and award. I also performed contract administration functions, including invoicing and payments, financial analysis, evaluation and information systems management.

Syracuse, Ny

As an Asset Manager, I monitored and assessed the financial performance of federal real estate, leases and property-related services, developed profitable asset strategies, and provided administrative support during the process of property acquisition, sale or disposal.

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Social And Public Policy

The Graduate Center for Social and Public Policy enabled me to deeply examine how public planning and administration is used to address.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Business Administration

Studying business at RMU gave me the opportunity develop strong skills in analysis, planning and management, as well as an understanding.