Experience

Job Service North Dakota

• United States
• Government Relations Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Workforce Center Manager

  • Dec 2017 - Present

  Oversee delivery of customer service to job seekers and employers, training programs, business services and Veteran Employment Services within seven county area in north central North Dakota. Develop and maintain relationships with community, state and federal agencies, core partners and economic development associates to promote employment opportunities, training options and workforce programs. Mentor, develop and guide staff of eight personnel. Manage travel, operating and staff budgets and facility projects of 7,500 square foot building. Show less



Job Service North

• United States
• Government Relations Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Veterans Employment Representative/Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialist (DVOP)

  • Apr 2010 - Present

  Provide intensive services to Veterans and transitioning military members with special employment and/or training needs. Intensive services can include: Assess candidate’s skills, experiences, abilities and employment interests Provide career guidance and counseling based on assessment Development of an employment plan of action Assist with identifying transferable skills from military service into civilian employment Offer intensive resume guidance/development Provide interview advice and conduct mock interviews Assist qualified candidates in connecting with employers seeking their qualifications Conduct outreach activities to various organizations to connect with potential candidates seeking employment and career advice Advocate to employers on the benefits of hiring Veterans Refer Veterans to training or educational programs within Job Service North Dakota or outside programs such as the Veterans Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment program, North Dakota Vocational Rehabilitation program, scholarships, or grants Member of the Board of Directors for Minot Area Homeless Coalition and Independence, Inc. which provide services to Veterans Member of the North Central Veterans Stand Down Committee Show less



Independence, Inc.

• United States
• Consumer Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Direct Services Coordinator

  • Jul 2005 - Apr 2010

  Managed direct services staff; conducted yearly performance reviews, evaluated work performance, provided counseling, and conducted on-the-job training Provided administrative management and quality assurance of programs; reported findings of program evaluations and statistics of number of clients served in quarterly and yearly reports to state and federal agencies Planned and coordinated essential programs assisting persons with disabilities to achieve independent living goals Developed presentations and conducted outreach to community members and agencies on disability issues and current topics increasing public awareness of agency’s mission and programs Researched and wrote articles for agency newsletter reaching over 1,000 clients and community agencies Prepared quarterly and yearly reports analyzing client assessments and trends Researched, prepared and conducted presentations for service organizations, state conferences and private groups Show less


United States Air Force
• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee
• Administrative/Personnel Specialist

  • Jun 1986 - May 1992