Lead subject matter and stakeholder engaging expert for Economic Transformation’s workforce development strategy and initiatives. Responsible for leading and managing the development of a suite of workforce training programs.

NJEDA’s Strategic Sector efforts aim to accelerate the growth of the New Jersey’s economy by developing and implementing programs that enhance the State’s long-term economic competitiveness in eight strategic sectors.

Managed the division responsible for federal performance reporting and program evaluation of department workforce programs. Conducted research, performed analysis, and produced reports to support the department's workforce development priorities with a focus on reemployment and economic opportunity. Acted as the department’s lead representative on several priority projects. Provided subject matter expertise to various department initiatives, including but not limited to, pending legislation… Show more Managed the division responsible for federal performance reporting and program evaluation of department workforce programs. Conducted research, performed analysis, and produced reports to support the department's workforce development priorities with a focus on reemployment and economic opportunity. Acted as the department’s lead representative on several priority projects. Provided subject matter expertise to various department initiatives, including but not limited to, pending legislation, grant exploration, labor market information, and data sharing agreements. Acted as a department liaison to several federal, state, and local agencies and boards. Lead a team of 16 professional and administrative staff.• Developed the quality assurance framework for the state’s new training provider smart disclosure tool which will drive better workforce outcomes for job seekers and employers.• Member of the Executive Leadership Committee and Data Stewards Workgroup of the state’s longitudinal data system, the New Jersey Education to Earnings Data System.• Led the development and implementation of a workforce development dashboard for the New Jersey State Employment and Training Commission. Show less

Managed the division responsible for the adjudication of disability decisions for New Jersey residents in partnership with the Social Security Administration. Administered and monitored all agency services, including disability hearings, claims operations, quality assurance, policy, and training. Supervised and administered the development of contracts for the division, including but not limited to, document disposal and computer systems support. Managed a workforce of 375 employees in three… Show more Managed the division responsible for the adjudication of disability decisions for New Jersey residents in partnership with the Social Security Administration. Administered and monitored all agency services, including disability hearings, claims operations, quality assurance, policy, and training. Supervised and administered the development of contracts for the division, including but not limited to, document disposal and computer systems support. Managed a workforce of 375 employees in three sites and an annual operating budget of approximately $60 million. Show less

Reporting directly to the City Administrator, responsibilities included staffing the annual budget and planning process, monitoring major economic and revitalization projects, oversight of the Personnel Division, as well as establishing and tracking key administrative goals and objectives. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day oversight of all municipal services, including planning and economic development, public works, recreation and cultural affairs, tax and revenue… Show more Reporting directly to the City Administrator, responsibilities included staffing the annual budget and planning process, monitoring major economic and revitalization projects, oversight of the Personnel Division, as well as establishing and tracking key administrative goals and objectives. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day oversight of all municipal services, including planning and economic development, public works, recreation and cultural affairs, tax and revenue collection, police, fire, emergency management, and health and human services. Assisted in the management of a workforce of 1000 employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $130 million.• Co-directed the restructuring of several key municipal departments in the City of East Orange in order to improve their effectiveness and efficiency including, Health and Human Services; Policy, Planning, and Development; Human Resources; and Police Show less

Responsible for establishing a growth strategy for key initiatives which sought to address the root causes of community concerns by aligning resources to best meet the needs of individuals, children and families. Assessed the quality and effectiveness of program initiatives, including the initiation of systematic program quality reviews (e.g., development and tracking of outcome measures and benchmarks, documentation of best practices and the work of exemplary grantees). Managed grants and… Show more Responsible for establishing a growth strategy for key initiatives which sought to address the root causes of community concerns by aligning resources to best meet the needs of individuals, children and families. Assessed the quality and effectiveness of program initiatives, including the initiation of systematic program quality reviews (e.g., development and tracking of outcome measures and benchmarks, documentation of best practices and the work of exemplary grantees). Managed grants and facilitated agency collaborations focusing on youth development and family stability. Assisted in the Requests for Proposal process and partial oversight of grantee reporting and data management.• Wrote grant proposals and renewals that resulted in over $1 million in revenue to support United Way of Essex and West Hudson programs. Show less

Responsible for oversight of educational and scholarship program for high-achieving, economically disadvantaged students from the Greater Newark Area. Identified and recruited potential students. Maintained their records and provided academic counseling to ensure the successful completion of the program and college acceptance. Managed the program’s fund development including written and verbal solicitations, fiscal and academic reporting, grant writing and promotion. Maintained effective… Show more Responsible for oversight of educational and scholarship program for high-achieving, economically disadvantaged students from the Greater Newark Area. Identified and recruited potential students. Maintained their records and provided academic counseling to ensure the successful completion of the program and college acceptance. Managed the program’s fund development including written and verbal solicitations, fiscal and academic reporting, grant writing and promotion. Maintained effective communication, including program updates and regular correspondence, with all program constituents. Awarded and administered financial aid in accordance with school guidelines. Served as chairperson of the Advisory Committee; scheduled its meetings and recruited new members as necessary. Show less

Responsible for the daily operation of the Member Services Department including, but not limited to, the supervision of front-line desk staff and childcare employees. Responsible for the supervision of all department employees and volunteers, scheduling, performance appraisals, weekly payroll preparation, training, hiring and separations. Maintained effective communication with members in order to enhance and increase program participation and service quality. Assisted Member Services Director… Show more Responsible for the daily operation of the Member Services Department including, but not limited to, the supervision of front-line desk staff and childcare employees. Responsible for the supervision of all department employees and volunteers, scheduling, performance appraisals, weekly payroll preparation, training, hiring and separations. Maintained effective communication with members in order to enhance and increase program participation and service quality. Assisted Member Services Director in the recruitment and retention of members. Show less