Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
I believe that the most effective workforce systems are those where technical precision meets a deep commitment to social equity. With a background in Science, Technology, and Society (STS) from Cal Poly Pomona, I don’t just see grants or data points. I see vital socio-technical systems that, when designed correctly, drive regional innovation and sustainable career pathways in the union trades. As a Grants Administrator, I operate at the intersection of systemic change and operational excellence. My work focuses on connecting intricate policies with practical, on-the-ground implementation. In my current role I specialize in the strategic oversight of High Roads Construction Careers (HRCC) initiatives as well as High Road Training Partnerships (HRTP), where I focus on building robust, scalable workforce channels through genuine collaboration with labor unions, employers, and community based organizations. Throughout my career, I have consistently served as the technology anchor for my teams. I find deep professional fulfillment in ensuring that our data serves the mission, not the other way around. I build the technical systems that allow for clear tracking and reporting, ensuring our programs are accountable and effective, in addition to raising funds.
- Collaborate directly with LA/OC Building & Construction Trades Council (LA/OCBCTC) and North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) to advance diversity and equity initiatives in apprenticeship pathways. - Lead project management efforts and facilitate stakeholder groups, including unions, training programs, and signatory contractor partners with minimal supervision, prioritizing tasks to deliver quality outcomes on tight timelines. - Champion unionized apprenticeship initiatives at industry conferences, workforce development meetings, and regional consortium proceedings, representing organizational mission and building strategic partnerships. - Manage daily grant administration and compliance operations, including deliverable tracking, regulatory adherence, and comprehensive audit participation to ensure program integrity and funding sustainability. - Develop and present detailed board reports and stakeholder presentations, translating complex program data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations for organizational leadership.
- Assist in the preparation and submission of grant applications, reviewing for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to funding requirements. - Consolidate and organize demographic and program performance data to support regular, accurate reporting to Cal Egrants, CalJOBS, and NABTU. - Perform data entry and contribute to the preparation of fiscal reports, ensuring financial tracking aligns with grant guidelines. - Facilitate communication across departments to monitor progress, address potential delays, and keep stakeholders informed.
- Provided production support for the UCPath ERP environment, assisting in the data integrity of payroll and HR operations for the University of California system. - Coordinated with Payroll, HR, and IT Personnel to uphold data integrity within the UCPath system, offering operational support in a shared services capacity. - Developed guidance for off-cycle payment and direct deposit workflows, supporting the accuracy of high-volume financial disbursements. - Authored and refined comprehensive SOP guides to standardize production workflows, reducing onboarding time for new staff and ensuring consistent system maintenance.
- Conducted comprehensive fee-for-service reviews for municipal clients, identifying optimal fee levels to ensure full cost recovery and organizational sustainability. - Utilized data mining and visualization techniques to dissect and quantify the impact of various factors on project activities, contributing to strategic planning and resource allocation. - Evaluated existing fee structures, excluding rate-based fees (electric, water, refuse, sewer, parking), and synthesized findings into comprehensive reports. - Leveraged diverse fee methodologies to dissect and quantify the complete impact of individual fees on program activities, providing valuable insights for strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Proficiently conducted precise database queries, extracting crucial operational data to generate daily reports using advanced Excel functions. - Employed PowerBI dashboards to create visual reports, enabling comprehensive evaluations of competitiveness and profitability. - Demonstrated agility by producing insightful ad hoc reports for the executive team, enabling timely data-driven decision-making. - Ensured compliance with federal Title 31 regulations and performance standards by delivering monthly slot and table game variance reports.
- Designed and implemented non-profit specialized Apricot CRM database environment and imported participant data from previous collection platforms into new software. - Generated data visualizations and reports using a variety of data sources and software tools for use in flyers, quarterly newsletters, and advertisements. - Oversaw the implementation of new software including creating data collection policies, designing forms, providing training guides, and facilitating demonstrations. - Managed classroom and eLearning instructional design and delivery utilizing LMS platforms such as Google Classroom, Adobe Captivate and Amatrol to track student progress.