Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work, approving leaves, reviewing and evaluating performance and developing annual performance goals, and addressing and resolving employee relation issues including disciplinary action as necessary. Represents the department at personnel related hearings and other matters. Examines and writes annual proposals for funding, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and acceptable accounting practices. Reviews all contracts and subcontracts to ensure accuracy and conformity to all relevant requirements. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of all programs in relation to customer service, employer satisfaction, and compliance with all state, federal, and local funding source requirements. Serves as the technical advisor to the county Administrator and the Board of Commissioners for employment and training programs; outlines suggested policy changes, new or amended programs, and financing or operational changes. Works closely with the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance Michigan Works! agency reports and reviews funding issues, program activities and limitations, reporting requirements and other related issues. Serves as the liaison to local governmental representatives and community leaders on program issues and funding developments. Meets with business representatives and community officials/leaders to determine needs and goals for overall economic growth and development of plans, support activities, and programs. Oversees the preparation of financial, performance, and regulatory reports required by law, regulations and Boards of Directors.Represents the Department on a variety of Boards and committees as they relate to employment and training programs. Prepares requests for proposals and evaluates bids for services from outside vendors consistent with County and SEMCA/State purchasing policies. Negotiates leases for building space, office equipment and other related topics.

Manage social media accounts for the non-profit organization designed to pair rescue dogs with youth at the Monroe County Youth Center. Maintain the website and coordinate fundraising activities. Report to a board of directors about progress each month. Speak with anyone who contacts the organization, including potential adopters.

Coordinate the provision of Welfare Reform services to customers receiving public assistance and working toward entering unsubsidized employment. Ensure that partnering agencies work in collaboration in regard to referrals, orientations, program services and follow-up. Supervise all Welfare Reform staff, insuring that all staff are kept current on policy and structure. Assist the Director in interviewing, hiring, training, reviewing and evaluating performance, and addressing and resolving employee relation issues. Collaborate with other agencies and define areas of service for the department. Develop program goals to align with contractual obligations. Oversee case management process; establish policy, approve training contracts, and approve appropriate customers for training participation. Develop requests for proposals and evaluate bids of prospective contractors. Develop contractual terms and conditions for successful bidders. Ensure budget allocations are appropriate.

Oversee the One Stop Service Center and staff to ensure that customers are receiving excellent customer service.Facilitate One Stop Service Center Oversight Committee meetings, bringing together public and private sector partners to develop seamless services for Monroe County residents.Participate and facilitate weekly case management meetings and Information Sessions.Meet with customers to determine eligibility for No Worker Left Behind (NWLB) Program.

Coordinated the 2006 Annual Appeal, from writing the letter to managing the mailing. Coordinated with 12 departments to obtain their Council On Accreditation (COA) documentation. Compiled all documentation according to COA standards. Coordinated travel plans between all COA team members and set schedule for on-site visitation.Conduct background checks and interviews with all potential volunteers, matching them to the program that best suits their needs.Complete word processing tasks, such as updating files and information on database; write all outgoing correspondence from President/CEO.Take minutes at all Board of Trustee meetings; collect all information needed for board packets and send to Board Members.General office duties, such as fixing copiers/fax machine; making sure all office supplies have been ordered; producing business cards for employees.

Created the Residential Profile Report and the Medication Distribution Report, both of which are designed to help the Residential Department stay in compliance with state licensing. Created the Residential Brochure and Residential Profile Booklet, both of which are distributed to various agencies in MI. Created many different departmental fliers and calendars, using Microsoft Publisher.Work cooperatively with other departments to produce written materials and presentations.Edit and proofread written materials; generate assigned correspondence and materials.Assist in the hiring process; coordinate and conduct training for new and existing staff.Utilize all standard office machinery; complete and maintain paperwork, files and data entry.

Sylvan Certified to teach Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Math, Advanced Reading, Academic Writing and ACT Test Prep. Interact with small groups of students, ranging in age and ability, teaching them reading, math, writing or ACT Test Prep skills.

Based at Monroe Middle School for the 2004 - 2005 school year and at Custer I and II Elementary School for the 2003 - 2004 school year.Available to all Monroe Public Schools on short notice.Covered a wide range of classrooms, from the elementary level to high school and special education.Developed lesson plans and activities as necessary through the school day.