Alpharetta, Georgia, United States
Dedicated and detail-oriented Administrative Business Leader with more than 15-year record of facilitating smooth operations in diverse and challenging environments. Recognized for professionalism, resourcefulness, and proficiency at planning and managing business affairs to support key objectives. Demonstrated expertise in fostering strong relationships and leading teams. Areas of expertise: ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS – NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT – OFFICE MANAGEMENT – BUDGETING – CUSTOMER SERVICE – TRAINING & MENTORING – PRESENTATIONS – VENDOR RELATIONS – PROJECT MANAGEMENT – VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT – EVENT MANAGEMENT
Administrative leadership role with full oversight for operations management, event management, and project management. Steered day-to-day administrative operations, coordinating staff of approximately 40, as well as volunteers. Liaised with Deacon Board and pastor on various issues. Directed maintenance and operations for 125K sq. ft. facility set on 28 acres. Contributed to and oversaw execution of $3M annual budget. Leveraged strong interpersonal skills while planning and orchestrating various projects and more than 50 special events and services each year. Served on seven-member leadership team, directing all church functions and areas. Participated in decision making and planning for community outreach activities. * Oversaw facility operations and administration including work with third-party vendors to ensure safe and smooth operations. * Designed and executed first annual Community Festival that drew more than 1300 attendees in one afternoon; oversaw $20K budget, multiple vendors, and more than 150 volunteers. * Led multiple major design and construction projects, including $50K welcome center, $30K bookstore expansion, and $20K auditorium camera and web stream system. * Directed church’s first meeting of Financial Peace University by Dave Ramsey with enrollment of 125 individuals; attendees paid off $500K+ in debt during thirteen week class. * Edited and published Temple Trumpet newsletter; published nine times annually with circulation of 15K. * Piloted $100K upgrade of IT infrastructure.
Carried oversight for Career Services and Placement office for Robertson School of Government and Washington, DC campus that was closed down in FY07. Provided counsel and guidance to Masters-level government students on job searches and career choices. Key member of management team for Washington, DC campus. Conducted seminars on career-related topics, including resume writing, networking, and interviewing. * Established firm foundation for career programs at School of Government. * Demonstrated talent for networking and engaging with Washington, DC area employers, including Capitol Hill offices, policy organizations, and local businesses to gauge hiring needs.
Provided strategic and hands-on leadership to Foundation’s job bank, internship program, leadership development activities, and alumni program. Reviewed an average of 100 resumes and interviewed an average of 10 candidates each week; communicated closely with candidates throughout placement process. Ensured job seeker database remained up-to-date. Contributed to hiring and selection process for Foundation interns across various departments. Connected with policy organizations, public interest groups, and Capitol Hill offices to recruit and place individuals into jobs, internships, and fellowships. Skillfully represented Foundation at career fairs, panel discussions, conferences, seminars, and dinners. Commanded department budget of $250K and tracked all expenses. Shaped marketing efforts for Foundation resources, publications, and policy experts. * Successfully placed more than 125 job candidates at various levels within policy organizations, Federal government, Capitol Hill offices, and nonprofit organizations. * Recognized for particular expertise, serving as host for monthly career seminars for candidates and guest speaker for other organizations. * Piloted planning and marketing for Foundation’s annual alumni event.