Experience

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  Maryland Department of Labor

  • United States
  • Government Administration
  • 400 - 500 Employee

  • Deputy Director

    • Aug 2023 - Present

    ● My role involves orchestrating daily work processes to ensure the smooth operation of the organization. This includes tasks such as preparing budgets, authorizing expenditures, supervising unit managers, enhancing processes, monitoring contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating activities across various units within the Office of General Services (OGS).I am responsible for driving the improvement of OGS support services by optimizing business practices, streamlining information flow, and refining organizational planning. Specifically, I lead the administration of programs related to Lease Management, Building Maintenance, Telecommunications, Mailroom Operations, Fleet Operations, Fixed Asset Management, Inventory & Forms Management within OGS.In addition to overseeing operational aspects, I serve as the primary Personnel Liaison for OGS, managing personnel actions, recruitment, reclassifications, hiring freeze exceptions, grievance hearings, and the PEP program. I play a key role in budgeting, conducting expenditure reviews, and developing projections to align with OGS' objectives while staying within financial parameters.Furthermore, I am responsible for managing procurement activities, including implementing projects such as security camera systems and state-of-the-art mailing equipment. I also lead the planning, development, and execution of special projects for OGS, contributing to the organization's overall success and efficiency.

  • Leasing Manager for the Office of General Services (OGS)

    • Dec 2020 - Dec 2023

    ● I was responsible for managing all departmental leases for field office space. This included working closely with the Department of General Services Real Estate Division, landlords, and field staff to secure new or renewal leases cost-effectively. I was responsible for preparing necessary documents for new space, lease renewals, and updates to rental rates for leased properties. Additionally, I oversaw field office repairs to minimize disruption to operations, ensured prompt completion of repairs, and managed proper cost allocation between landlords and the department.I also served as the primary contact for the Emergency Support Function Leadership Group within the Maryland Department of Emergency Management, preparing preliminary floor plans for vacant spaces and overseeing department moves. In this role, I acted as a liaison between contractors, departments, and the Office of General Services. Furthermore, I served as a liaison between the Telecommunications group, the data group, and oversaw construction, renovations, and services related to these areas.In addition to these duties, I was responsible for preparing and submitting all required reports for the State Stat for the Office of General Services, as well as energy monitoring and reporting duties.

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  State of Maryland

  • Office Manager

    • Sep 2017 - 2019

    ● Responsibilities included preparing and monitoring requisitions, invoices, travel requests, purchasing, expense reports, and other fiscal matters to ensure compliance with State and departmental regulations. I organized and analyzed program data to confirm agency compliance with Equal Employmen...

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  Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

  • United States
  • Higher Education
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Administrative Coordinator & Asst. to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Medical Education

    • Aug 2016 - Sep 2017

    ● Efficiently handled travel arrangements, conference registrations, and administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations. I excelled at drafting, editing, and formatting various documents, as well as gathering data for executive summaries. Event planning was a key responsibility, from preplanning to post-event follow-up. I coordinated meetings and calls, managed electronic calendars, and prepared reports and statistics. Procurement duties included purchasing supplies, reconciling statements, and processing invoices. Providing support to Deans and staff, I resolved scheduling conflicts, prioritized meeting requests, and ensured preparedness for meetings. Additionally, I scheduled meetings, drafted agendas, and summarized discussions for the Associate Dean when needed.

  • Academic Program Assistant & Assistant to the Associate Dean for Graduate Biomedical Education

    • Oct 2012 - Aug 2016

    ● Provided comprehensive administrative support that included coordinating contracts for goods and services, student travel, and external vendors. I managed databases, designed surveys, and maintained social media accounts. I played a key role in organizing project activities, participating in student recruitment conferences, and monitoring program evaluations for necessary revisions. Additionally, I planned and monitored project budgets, processed reimbursements, and procured department supplies and services. I also assisted in scheduling academic classes and meetings using calendaring software. My responsibilities extended to providing secretarial services for various meetings and writing internal and external communications across multiple channels.

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  Baltimore Rent A Tour

  • Baltimore, Maryland Area

  • Office Manager

    • Apr 2006 - Oct 2012
    • Baltimore, Maryland Area

    ● Assisted in interview scheduling and related hiring activities, as well as addressing customer questions or complaints. I created goals and delegated tasks to employees, while also managing personnel administrative memorandum and the annual budget. Maintained confidentiality while handling pers...