Joy Hall Email & Phone Number

Houston, Tx, Us

United States

United States

As Director at Texas A&M, I lead a dedicated team of research administrators and oversee the strategic planning and execution of complex grant projects. As a result, I realized a 45% increase in funded proposals within a year. I effectively liaised between faculty, staff, and external partners, ensuring seamless communication and compliance with federal and institutional policies, significantly reducing the risk of non-compliance.I manage an SPH enterprise portfolio valued at $68M+ with annual expenditures of ~$ $18M. Essential functions include team management, monitoring, reporting, and tracking financial activity, extensive financial planning and analysis (FP&A), compliance with federal regulations, and other vital programs and initiatives. We use the entire Microsoft 365 suite to accomplish tasks, heavily emphasizing Excel.Recent Accomplishments:I have been instrumental in growing the research portfolio by 83% for the fiscal year ending 8/31/23.I have successfully increased my staff from 3 to 5 full-time employees.For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2023: 1. Overall research expenditures were up by 59% v. FY2022. 2. SPH proposal submissions were up 50% by count and 150% by amount v. FY2022. 3. SPH proposal submissions were up 50% by count and 150% by amount v. FY2022. 4. SPH new awards were up 45% by count and 83% by amount v. FY2022.For the current FY2024 fiscal year, we have already received $22M in new awards during the first six months, approximately $6M more than we received in FY 2023.

United States

College Station, Texas

Provides support to researchers in the preparation and submission of proposals which includes determining the sponsor's requirements and preparation of budgets and forms according to the guidelines established by the A&M System, Office of Management and Budget Circulars, Federal Cost Accounting Standards and sponsor guidelines. Prepares supplementary proposal documents and ensures proposals are complete before being forwarded to the sponsor. Coordinates with researchers, department/unit heads, deans, directors, and staff to resolve proposal issues and provides information as requested. Reviews proposals for compliance issues. Acquires basic knowledge of human subjects, animal subjects, Recombinant DNA, Export Controls, etc. Enters proposal information into required submission systems (i.e., Grants.gov, National Science Foundation FastLane, etc.) and financial systems. Prepares proposals including unique and complex proposals which require coordination with project and contract management representatives. Prepares proposal revisions and responds to requests related to proposal submissions. Consults with researchers who submit proposals and contacts sponsors to discuss changes required prior to award. Communicates guidelines and proposal requirements to Principal Investigators. Reviews program announcements and determines pertinent proposal requirements. Ascertains strategy for submission and interacts with post-award and contract sectors to alert representatives of issues potentially impacting proposal approval. Provides information and training to less experienced proposal administrators and to the A&M System community.

Conroe, Texas

AUDITING DUTIES:Community Development Block Grants - CDBGHOME GrantsCommunity Housing Development Organizations - CHDOHomeless Prevention/Rapid Re-Housing Program - HPRPEmergency Shelter Grants - ESGAnnually:On-site and desk review auditing visitsCoordinate on-site inspections for HOME Grants with appropriate CD staff.Maintain Inventory Log Book for CDBG Prepare contracts for grants that are awarded for CDBG Prepare and distribute annual monitoring forms monthly reportingAttend Public Hearings when necessaryAttend meetings with CD Advisory Committee when necessarySetup files for new grant yearPass information to grant subrecipientsMonthly:Desk auditing of CDBG,HPRP, & ESG grantsDaily or As Need Basis:Research Grant regulations as requested by Ex. DirectorVisit HUD website frequently for updatesMaintain Grant training manuals from the HUD websiteAttend HUD sponsored trainings when neededProvide sub-recepient grant administration and auditing training as necessaryFINANCE:Annually:Assist with various budgets for all grantsPrepare the Match Report and all other IDIS reports needed for the CAPERCDBG Timeliness Report Monthly:Coordinate with Auditor's office to pull vouchers in preparation for IDIS drawdowns.Auditor provides back-up documentation of their activity sheets for time charged to various grants, CD Monitor audits the data and prepares memo to Auditor to amend the budget line items accordingly.Data Entry of drawdowns in the HUD database IDISReconciliations of cash drawsRun various reports from IDIS - Reconcile to the county line itemsWeekly:Prepare Expenditure Reports for all grants Daily or As Need Basis:Amendments to line items on various grantsAssist the Ex. Director and Admin. Mgr. of CD in creating spreadsheets for various projects.Work with the contracted IDIS person on any IDIS issues the dept. may needAssist any of the subrecipients with financial questions

Bryan/College Station, Texas Area

Managed 20 Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) contracts with a total budget of $16M. Ensured adequate financial system was maintained and in compliance with DOL and TWC regulations. Supervised Workforce Accountant and other Finance staff assigned to Workforce program. Presented financial reports to Workforce Board of Directors, independent auditors and internal staff. Ensured compliance with DOL, TWC and BVCOG Contract Management and Financial Policies and Procedures. Assisted Board Members, State Officials and internal staff with all Workforce Program inquiries.

College Station, Texas, United States

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Project Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Psychology

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