Responsible for supporting the development, submission, administration and monitoring of all research sponsored programs. Serves as a project manager for major projects. Supports in the leadership for all pre and post award administration activities. Responsible for adherence to Uniform Guidance and other government regulations, applicable policies, procedures, as well as rules and regulations of the university and sponsoring agency. Educate and support faculty on the specific processes to submit a grant or contract proposal. Support the Director in monitoring and reporting on budget management of grants awarded to the university. Workstream lead - Workday Grants Managements implementation and ongoing. Lead Project Manager Cayuse Proposal System implementation.

Courses taught include: • Advanced Business Applications• Applied Decision Methods for Business (Florida Tech Online)• Business Statistics• Computer Applications for Business (Florida Tech Online)• System Design and Development

Responsibilities include:• Oversight of Research Centers, Institutes, and Major Laboratories• Oversight of compliance with Uniform Guidance for Grants and Contracts• Oversight of Research Compliance Training Programs• Spearheading the set-up, testing, implementation and migration to Banner Grants Module for the Office of Research• Tracking and monitoring of effort reports, conflict of research submissions, and subawards.• Review and implementation of policies as related to research.• Review, evaluate and re-engineer processes and procedures for better efficiencies.• Oversight of faculty training in relation to research grants, contracts, and proposals. • Liaise with various faculty members and stakeholders related to research.• Oversight of Sponsored Programs.• Cultivate research development and administration within the Office of Research.• Oversee over 300 research grants, contracts, and agreements.• Workstream Leader for Grants - Workday Implementation Project

• Liaison for site directors, site staff members, and adjunct faculty of the Department of Extended Studies off-campus sites to the Melbourne (main) campus organizational units.• Provide administrative oversight for all degree programs conferred through the Department of Extended Studies at the Associate, Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral level. • Budgetary oversight for all ESD sites and administration.• Act on behalf of the dean, working closely with senior administrators from across the university on development and articulation of university policies and systems covering a wide range of topics and provide guidance and advice on all issues relating to the use of the Extended Studies’ resources in support of the university’s mission.• Review, input, and update assessment data for Extended Studies within WEAVE.• Work with various tuition assistance management program organizations to establish relationships, procedures, and marketing to recruit students into Extended Studies Programs.• Review CVs, SOAQs, transcripts, justification, etc. to approve adjunct faculty credentials.• Review and approve adjunct faculty contracts for Department of Extended Studies.• Work with site directors and marketing to increase enrollments of off campus programs.• Prepare, submit, and present new programs to Graduate Council on behalf of Extended Studies.• Prepare, submit, and present new programs to Undergraduate Curriculum Committee.• Member of the Graduate Council.• Member of the Undergraduate Curriculum Committee.• Member of the Graduate Faculty.• Member of the Curriculum Committee Management (College of Business).• Member of the Divisional Review Committee (College of Business).• Member of the Academic Affairs Council.• Responsible for oversight of weVENTURE (partially funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration as part of the Office of Women Business Ownership's Women's Business Center Program) management and operations.

The Deputy Chief Operating Officer (DCOO) works for the Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer (EVP/COO) at Florida Institute of Technology on budget planning, strategic planning and implementation as well as space allocation and utilization. The DCOO working closely with the Vice Presidents, Deans, and other university leaders to ensure effective two-way communications between the EVP/COO Office and all other University divisions, students, and the external community. The DCOO has the coordination responsibility in the following areas:Strategic planning, implementation, and assessment;Budget, resource planning and allocation Space planning, allocation and facilities developmentFostering and supporting innovationImplementation and coordination of the directors of the President and EVP/COO.The DCOO works with the EVP/COO to advance the strategic priorities and academic programs of the University as well as support the oversight of operations and initiatives that report to and are funded through the EVP/COO.The DCOO assists in the management of the EVP/COO staff employees, direct reports, including interviewing, assigning and directing staff work; appraising staff performance; and carrying out the responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws.The DCOO represents the EVP/COO as appropriate in resolving issues and concerns from various constituent groups. The Deputy Chief Operating Officer also responds to requests for assistance in handling inquiries, correspondence, and/or gathers appropriate background information for the EVP/COO to make a decision. The DCOO serves as the EVP/COO's representative on campus committees or outside organizational boards as required.The DCOO supports the $266M budget allocation within the EVP/COO unit by providing guidance, evaluation, distribution, additional funding, and oversight.

Oversee contract partially funded through the U.S. Small Business Administration to provide women with the training, technical assistance, mentoring, networking, and counseling they need to start, grow or expand their business. The center is not restricted to helping just women. Over 20% of all WBC clients in the US are men. We provide the skills necessary to be successful in today's ever changing global market. Plan for conferences, networking events, schedule courses and arrange instructors, provide roundtable opportunities and assistance whenever necessary.

Oversee operation of Center funded by the U.S. Department of Labor.Supervise staff which consists of full-time staff, part-time trainers, practicum students, and work study students.Coordinate training activities.Responsible for finding qualified instructors to offer quality instruction.Build relationships with community organizations such as the Economic Development Commission, Brevard Workforce Development Board, Job Link, etc.Regional outreach which includes planning annual conference, partnering for industry expos, partnering for small business assistance fairs, and procurement summits.Train small businesses and individuals in government contracting and supporting software tools.

Courses taught include: • Advertising• Opportunity Analysis/Franchising• Fundamentals of Managerial Communications• Business Management Principles• Personal Finance• Introduction to Entrepreneurship• Microcomputer Applications• Introduction to Business (e-learning and Palm Bay Campus) • Web Page Authoring • Introduction to Computers• Beginning Computer Keyboarding • Introduction to the Internet• Advertising (e-Learning)• Business Law (e-Learning)• International Marketing (e-Learning)• Organizational Communications (e-Learning)Extensive use of Canvas, Angel, Blackboard, multimedia, and computer/Internet exercises. Advise students in class as to future coursework. Encourage students to pursue their education beyond an Associate’s degree. Try to be a role model for non-traditional and traditional students.