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Management Executive Higher Education

Administration ~ Financial Management ~ Human Resources ~ Vendor Relations

Project Coordination ~ Regulatory Compliance ~ Faculty Affairs ~ Information Systems

         Proficiency in office/department administration, budgeting, forecasting, procurement, accounting oversight, student support & diversity, data/trend analysis, and strategic planning.

         Excel throughout human resources functional areas spanning recruitment, hiring, orientation, benefits, payroll, performance management, exit interviews, and legal compliance.

         Continuously foster, nurture, and maintain a respectful learning environment conducive to academic success and a positive school reputation.

         Excel in prioritizing and managing projects to optimize productivity and meet critical timelines.

         Proven abilities in full range of administrative operations leadership including direct supervision of staff, professional development, performance evaluations, and constructive feedback.

         Cultivate strong community partnerships and relationships to advance and support success of students and school mission.

         Strategically allocate and control expenditures to maximize use of resources while ensuring budget compliance.

         Accomplished in defining business strategies to support organizational growth and capitalize on emerging technologies.

         Excel at cross-functional team leadership, policy direction, and multimillion dollar budget administration.

University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice, 2016 Present

Associate Director, Finance and Administration

         Direct complete spectrum of fiscal and administrative elements encompassing budget preparation, forecasting, internal controls, strategic planning, human resources, data analysis, and reporting.

         Provide ongoing consultative guidance to senior leadership to optimize bottom-line performance and productivity.

         Ensure constant compliance with university s policies, practices, values, and procedures.

         Post available positions, mentor and guide hiring officers, coordinate hiring process, manage performance appraisal process, and effectively advise supervisors and employees on HR issues.

         Efficiently manage non-research accounts including general purpose funds, individual research accounts, gifts, and endowments.

University of Pennsylvania The Wharton School, Philadelphia, PA, 2008 2016

Business Administrator, Operations and Information Management Department

         Spearheaded full-scope department operations inclusive of budget administration, purchasing, accounts payable, payroll, human resources, internal controls, and continuous improvement.

         Played an instrumental role in long-term planning activities, data/financial analysis, report preparation, and faculty recruitment and advancement.

         Formulated reporting procedures to optimize overall strategic financial planning for departments.

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         Investigated, detected, and decisively recommended strategies to resolve budgetary discrepancies and deficits.

         Collaborated with Center Directors to identify and cultivate new revenue streams, and consistently ensured rigorous compliance with university policies and procedures.

         Authored informative and compelling grant proposals in constant alignment with granting agency terms and conditions.

         Monitored, evaluated, approved, supported, and established new research projects among faculty and PhD students.

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, 2007 2008

Business Administrator, Information Services Department

         Governed department planning, analysis, and operations management including adherence to university rules and regulations, procurement of technology and related services, and partnering with department managers in recruitment efforts.

         Monitored department s financial transactions and budgetary status, forecasted needs, and evaluated spending to prepare accurate monthly reports and financial statements.

         Continuously supported and promoted unified efforts between management, staff, and vendors to achieve and sustain seamless daily operations.

Columbia Business School, New York, NY, 1997 2007

Business Manager, Computing and Information Services

         Cost-effectively controlled $4.5M budget with direct accountability for procurement of hardware, software and services, budget development, forecasting, expense tracking & control, and monthly financial reports.

         Maintained personnel files, administered database for equipment purchases, and oversaw payment of invoices and journal entry tracking.

         Demonstrated sound HR abilities in orchestrating full-cycle recruitment including job posting, resume sourcing and screening, candidate scheduling, interviewing, reference checks, extending job offers, and negotiating compensation.

Beth Israel Care System, Jacob Perlow Hospice, New York, NY, 1996 1997

Staffing Coordinator

         Supported client by methodically assessing, determining, and meeting needs for staffing, training & development, benefits programs, and performance management.

         Joined forces with HR leadership in revising and updating company policies, programs, and procedures.

         Actively participated in orienting new hires and conducting exit interviews.

Graham-Windham, Services to Families and Children, New York, NY, 1990 1996

Assistant Coordinator - Independent Living Department

         Structured educational resources and job training opportunities for adolescent population and facilitated preparatory workshops for college-bound clients.

         Visited foster homes to facilitate planning sessions between parents and youth, and coordinated weekend extracurricular activities for clients in residential care.

Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology, Columbia University, New York, NY

Bachelor of Science in Administration, Iona College, New Rochelle, NY