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Clearwater, Florida, United States

Manage and facilitate project management responsibilities with clients, gather requirements, create effective design and prototypes for the development of new components or customization elements of existing products. Timely, successful implementation and maintenance of new and existing client systems; while maintaining and enhancing existing client and community relations.

● Experience in hybrid project management with both predictive and Agile methods. Projects includethe development of On-the-Job-Training programs, apprenticeship cultivation, stakeholder engagementprograms, training provider and partner development, fundraising, and more.● Proficient in the use of project management tools including Smartsheets, Sharepoint/One Drive, Microsoft office suite, slack/Microsoft teams, various task managers, and more.● Fostered team collaboration among talented professionals leading to the successful completion of project deliverables and award/approval of the next WIOA grant cycle.● Other teams co-managed include Business Service Unit focused on engaging employers and the Internal Compliance Unit which advises on policy, compliance, and local/federal governance resulting in 2 successful DEO audits.● Created strong support and open communication by engaging stakeholders including the Department of Labor, Department of Education, Pinellas County Workforce Development Board, local training providers, and various partner organizations.● Facilitated strong team unity through transparency, servant leadership, championing, group problem solving, and accountability providing 1000+ customers with job skills training and job placement assistance● Saw continued success in project delivery. The previous program year resulted in $3.1million spent adhering to federal governance and 195 credentials earned.● Utilized Agile methods to transform a complicated onboarding process of gathering/dispersing students across the county, into an efficient, secure, and meaningful experience ending in 127 placements.● Served alongside a team of 17 full/part-time staff across various organizations, focused on marketing, recruitment, employer enrollment, student eligibility, job placement, payroll management, case management, and data entry.● Navigated change through identification of risks, open communication, collaborative analysis and problem-solving

Clearwater, Florida, United States

● Leveraged expert team skills towards the successful completion of each grant cycle, executed the program and organization vision, met required programmatic deliverables, remained compliant with local/state governance, and passed annual federal audits.● Managed programmatic projects including recruitment, development of On-the-Job-Training programs, apprenticeship cultivation, employer engagement programs, volunteer opportunities, GED assistance, partner development, construction projects, and more.● Led a team consistding of 6 staff with roles such as Case managers, GED instructors, Constructioninstructors, and Job Placement Specialists towards the successful execution of 3 grant cycles.● Stakeholders include DOL, State Workforce Development Board, local employers, county school board,community members, and various partner organizations.● Project deliverables included GED/high school diploma attainment, stackable credentials earned, jobreadiness training provided, job placements, and the creation of low-income housing opportunities.● Utilized hybridproject management methods during 3 house renovation projects completed by staff and youth participants to provide low-income housing opportunities. This involved providing adequate training, ordering/tracking materials, building/following a timeline, creating an OSHA approved safe environment, and more. 25+ additional construction projects focused on various community service needs i.e. retirement home stairs, playgrounds, sheds and outdoor libraries.● My 4-year tenure produced 3 grant awards of $1.1 million each, 3 low-income house projects, 210 students enrolled, 190 credentials earned, with a 70% placement rate.

Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States

YouthBuild is a non-profit program funded by DOL through a competitive $1 million grant with locations spanning the country. YouthBuild serves 16-24-year-olds in low-income communities by providing barrier removal, academic assistance, professional skills training, personal mentoring, industry-recognized certification, and access to apprenticeships and employment opportunities. We put a strong emphasis on hard work, personal development, and genuine relationships. www.bentonharboryouthbuild.orgExperiences include:Mentor and coach young adults with a focus on obtaining basic life-skills, employment readiness, and job placementManage 1.2 million dollar Federal grant including tracking, spending, and reporting to the Department of Labor. Grant writing to obtain Federal and local community funding Project manage multiple construction projects Directly manage multiple staff with diverse job titles, tasks, and responsibilitiesFoster community relationships, coordinate recruitment, and fundraising events

St Joseph, Michigan, United States

First Church is a leading, multi-site church focused on restoring God's ideal. First Church serves the community through many innovative, creative strategies including leadership training, bilingual accommodations, and addressing community-relevant needs through their non-profit, New Heights. Experiences Include: Facilitate weekly large group church services including public speaking, managing production, leading band members, and coordinating facility volunteersEngage with multicultural groups, empowering bilingual volunteers to lead peers

St Joseph, Michigan, United States

- Effectively communicated with leaders and students to drive outcomes specific to the organization’s goals- Facilitated large group gatherings- Managed 35-40 volunteers on a weekly basis- Continuously refined the vision of the ministry to mentor and train leaders- Coordinated large-scale outreach events and volunteer engagement- Acted as a group leader to create relationships that foster a collaborative environment- Raised funds to support mission-driven initiatives