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Denver, Co, Us

Denver, Colorado

As a Senior Program Analyst, I serve as the regional expert for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment and Training (E&T) program in an eight state region. I am responsible for taking a leadership role in working with state agencies and partners to ensure E&T programs incorporate job-driven elements in their design and demonstrate positive positive outcomes for participants. I serve as the principal point of contact with high-level policy officials at federal, state, local agencies, workforce development organizations, businesses, and post-secondary educational institutions. Build alliances among stakeholders; facilitated collaborative relationships; identified opportunities for increased collaboration; stayed informed on workforce dynamics; and identified effective workforce development strategies for SNAP E&T programs. Represent SNAP and provide technical assistance to states in the development of contracts, agreements and memorandums of understanding to ensure integrity of E&T program policy objectives. Draft memoranda, briefing papers, talking points, letters to stakeholders, reports, and other written materials including replies to inquiries from businesses, states, and advocacy groups regarding a broad range of E&T program policy issues. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of states E&T programs using state plans, complex data, and on-site reviews. Ensure systems are in place to obtain and monitor information concerning progress toward meeting E&T goals and objectives. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: - Selected to attend the FY24 USDA/FNS SES Candidate Development Readiness Program at George Washington University, Washington, D.C.- Nominated for FY23 Samuel J. Heyman “Sammie” Service to America Medal for Management Excellence

As a Federal Investigator, I served as a regional subject matter expert for the investigation of allegations under 22 complex whistleblower protection statutes throughout 6 states. I planned and conducted investigations of alleged instances of discrimination and retaliation on the part of employers arising from the complaints made regarding possible safety and health violations and other whistleblower laws within OSHA's jurisdiction. I interviewed and took statements from principals and witnesses, and obtained documents relative to the cases being investigated. I negotiated and mediated settlements with complainants, respondents and/or their legal representation consistent with the provisions of the laws enforced. I determined the merit of cases by evaluating evidence in the context of the applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and court decisions. The laws, regulations, and policies applied to discrimination for filing safety and health complaints, trucking industry complaints, aviation industry complaints, railroad industry complaints, consumer product safety complaints, consumer financial protection complaints, food safety complaints, environmental complaints, nuclear industry complaints, corporate fraud complaints and other matters, delegated to OSHA by the Secretary of Labor. As a subject matter expert, I provided advice to leadership regarding the complex investigations and complaint issues that resulted in pending litigation in U.S. District Court.

Denver, Colorado

As Director for Veterans Employment and Training (DVET), I was functionally responsible for ensuring the promotion, operation and implementation of all veterans’ employment and training programs within the State of Colorado; ensuring proper veterans’ employment under Federal contracts; protecting and advancing veterans’ employment and reemployment rights; and monitoring effectiveness of state plans, and providing technical assistance for grantees. I directed and provided oversight and assessments of all VETS grant-funded programs, compliance programs, budget formulation and financial management. I directed and monitored all technical aspects and managed a diverse workforce of VETS staff and grantees to serve the needs of the 446K veterans throughout the state such as: administering the $3M Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) which provides funding for 42 grant staff; administering both the $1.5M Veterans Workforce Investment Program (VWIP), the $1.1M Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program (HVRP) and the $122K Incarcerated Veterans Transition Program (IVTP) competitive grants; oversaw the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at 7 military installations for an average 3800 separating service members per year; oversaw all Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and Veterans Preference (VP) investigations and activities. I continually assessed Workforce Investment Act and Wagner Peyser-funded program effectiveness to ensure responsiveness to the needs of workforce investment areas of the state experiencing economic distress from areas of high-poverty and unemployment and those affected by national emergency disasters; recommended best strategies for assignment of grant staff to positively impact and promote strong economic development within that region of the state.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

As Special Assistant, I served as an advisor to the DASVET and other senior management staff and assisted in developing the overall strategic vision of VETS employment and training goals and objectives. I worked closely with national program officials in formulating field policies, programs, goals, objectives, operating plans, and procedures that serve to maximize the Agency’s ability to meet annual and long term performance goals. I assisted with developing plans to factor interests of customers, stakeholders, contractors, grantees, and partners into overall organizational goals and initiatives. I regularly coordinated with the US DOL, Department of Employment and Training Administration (ETA), VETS regional programs and activities with those DOL components outside of VETS, other Federal agencies, state and local jurisdictions. I notified the DASVET of gaps in DOL employment and training programs to meet the needs of veterans, and recommended necessary program changes as appropriate.ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Served as Project Manager to lead the team of SMEs to redesign the DOL Employment Workshop; completed revision effort well ahead of scheduled milestones; over 1.5 Million transitioning service members worldwide went through the revised workshop between 2013-2018; lauded by White House staff.- Assisted with the FY14 Congressional Budget Justification development for VETS. Defended budget requests through OMB pass back process. Worked with all contributors to ensure complete and thorough explanations of their respective budget justification area.- Assisted with congressional testimony development and preparation for Assistant Secretary hearings before Congress. - Developed proposed official responses for Congressional questions for the record by VETS. - Assisted in the development of formal agency position to proposed legislation.

Denver, Colorado

Assisted DVET in establishing State policies and procedures for veterans' employment, reemployment and training programs based on regional and national office policies and priorities. Provided leadership for the planning, development, implementation and modification of VETS State programs through functional supervision and technical assistance to State agencies, contractors, sponsors and other deliverers of services to veterans on program planning activities; improving and expanding employment and training opportunities for veterans and other eligible persons in accordance with the VETS Strategic Plan, performance budget and national office requirements. Monitored effectiveness of all VETS program and competitive grantee activities in Colorado for compliance with statutory requirements, agency policy, performance standards, and approved grant agreements. Acted to correct deficiencies, modified activities and implemented new programs and initiatives in conformance with VETS performance management system. Prepared annual work plan for yearly travel expenditures and other activities to be performed throughout the year. Prepared quarterly work reports and other special recurring reports in accordance with National Office directed formats. Participated with and supported the DVET in overseeing and directing significant VETS program activities such as: administering Colorado's $3M, JVSG, which provides for 42 grant staff; developing, initiating and monitoring TAP program activities at 7 military bases in Colorado that serve over 3K separating service members per year; coordinating compliance and investigative activities under USERRA, including outreach to employers, service members and veterans concerning USERRA-related rights and responsibilities; participating in the development and implementation of national employment and training initiatives and special emphasis projects that address the needs of special groups of veterans such as REALifelines.

Greater Denver Area

Functioned as Program Manager and REALifelines (RLL) Coordinator for the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s (CDLE) Veterans’ Programs. Functionally supervised and reviewed work for 41 DVOP/LVER staff in respect to the RLL program. Established and implemented the RLL programs and processes governing the identification, delivery, monitoring and reporting of the employment and training services provided to the 200+ RLL clients in Colorado. These clients consist of members of the Armed Forces that have been severely wounded during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Identified trends, determine feasibility of program options and facilitate delivery of employment, reemployment and training services. Analyzed statutes, regulations and government-wide programs affecting veterans and their employability to stay abreast of the latest best practices to be better able to advise RLL clients concerning new directions, options and related information with respect to their employment, training and education opportunities. Provided technical assistance in the planning, development, monitoring and coordination for the following grant programs administered by USDOL/VETS: JVSG; HVRP; TAP and IVTP to 42 JVSG staff in Colorado. Advised key VETS and CDLE officials on program development, evaluation and assist in funding matters as well as formulating goals, objectives and implementation planning on program related matters. Develop reports and evaluations of program performance. Maintained a close working relationship with DOL components, other Federal Departments and agencies, non-governmental organizations and others with an interest in providing employment, educational and training services to clients. Functioned as an advocate for clients in improving the delivery of the programs and services. Performed coordinative activities with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) organizations as required to obtain data.

Greater Denver Area

Under minimum supervision, ensured that all veterans were provided the range of labor exchange services needed to meet their employment and training needs. Worked with other workforce development providers to develop their capacity to recognize, and respond to those needs. Duties included training other staff and service delivery partners to enhance their knowledge of veterans’ employment and training issues. Established, maintained, advocated and facilitated regular contact with employers, community groups, and veteran applicants by phone and in person to promote employment services, market the Veterans’ Program, obtain job listings and training opportunities, provided labor market information, and performed outreach to targeted groups as needed. Information presented included veteran recruitment and services available for veterans and employers within the workforce region. Planned and participated in job fairs to promote services to veterans. Facilitated job search workshops and provided employment and training services to veterans. Interviewed veteran job seekers to determine qualifications, skills and needs; classified accordingly and entered all appropriate data into Colorado’s JobLink computer system. Performed job matches to search for qualified veteran applicants or jobs. Referred all qualified veteran applicants to appropriate job openings. Conducted regular follow-up on all job listings and referrals to ensure customer satisfaction and accurate reporting of results. Performed individual job development by contacting employers to solicit job openings on behalf of specific veteran clients. Partially out-stationed, to deliver veteran’ services off-site. Worked in a team environment with other Veteran Representatives, county workforce center staff, and staff from partner programs. Administratively responsible to the assigned CDLE Director of the employment service delivery system and functionally supervised the provision of services provided.

Acted as program manager and Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) of Air Terminal Operations for the 377th Air Base Wing, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. Directed, planned, and organized air transportation activities. Supplemented policies and directly supervised 60 personnel on a daily basis. Directed personnel and material handling equipment providing cargo and passenger loading and unloading services on over 5,000 departing, transiting, and arriving aircraft annually. Inspected airlift activities for compliance and recommended corrective action. Conducted personnel and equipment management surveys, and provided technical assistance when required. Justified personnel, equipment, and facilities. Established standard operating procedures for passenger and aircraft clearance through international border clearance agencies as well as all procedures for loading passengers and cargo aboard aircraft, processing passengers and preparing records and reports. Deployed several times where I operated as program manager and Superintendent of Air Terminal Operations under both Operation Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.

Executive Master’S Of Public Administration, Public Administration

Activities and Societies: Pi Alpha Alpha International Honor Society

Global Leadership Development Program

Bachelor'S Degree, Workforce Education & Development

Summa Cum Laude