Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Seeking to contribute academic background and professional experience toward securing an opportunity in Political Science.

Political Strategy & Communication ~ Diplomacy & Negotiations ~ Globalization

International Conflict Management ~ Global Security ~ Government and Business

• Well-versed in international affairs, cultural sensitivity, public relations, and promoting economic growth.
• Able to establish, nurture, and maintain unified and productive relationships to achieve a common goal.
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis, policy development, customer service, and staff leadership.
• Sound knowledge of global development issues and the challenges of multinational organizations.
• Effectively contribute dynamic communication skills toward effectively liaising between internal and external stakeholders in support of attaining corporate objectives.
• Excel at guiding projects to maximize use of resources, control costs, and achieve performance goals.
• Extremely detail-oriented with considerable expertise in organizing workflow to optimize efficiency.
• Multilingual (English, Portuguese, Spanish) with comprehensive administrative talents spanning budgeting, reporting, delivering presentations, and maintaining spreadsheets, forms, and databases.

Fire Alarm Electrical Corporation 2007 to Present

Project Manager (2014 to Present)

         Spearhead full-scope project management from attending pre-construction pre-bid meetings and site surveys to completing close-out report, coordinating final inspections, and ensuring timely completion.

         Formulate project schedule, monitor and document progress, procure materials and parts, and meticulously record production and job costs to ensure rigorous budget compliance.

         Determine required manpower for projects, create schedules, and delegate project assignments to staff.

         Authorize issuance of contracts, purchase orders and change orders, and decisively approve contractor invoices for payment.

• Thoroughly inspect completed projects to verify conformance to safety codes and architectural and engineering specifications.
• Consistently exhibit excellent talents in strategic planning, leadership, production methods, and resource utilization.

• Establish and maintain stringent safety and quality standards in accordance with industry criteria, corporate mission, and job specifications.

Technician (2012 to 2014)

• Performed onsite inspections, testing, troubleshooting, repairs, and installations of fire alarm, suppression and releasing systems as well as associated devices.

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• Proficiently interpreted project documentation, manuals, blueprints, and work orders including scope of work for inspections.
• Applied strong technical expertise toward integrating fire alarm with HVAC controls, smoke management systems, elevator controllers, sprinkler/suppression systems, security systems and CCTV.

• Critically evaluated condition of systems, identified necessary repairs, and recommended preventive maintenance.
• Maintained inventory of equipment and supplies necessary to service and install fire alarm systems.

Office Manager / HR Coordinator (2010 to 2012)

• Governed all facets of administrative operations encompassing records management, correspondence, payroll, policy & procedure development, trend analysis, and report preparation.
• Consistently achieved financial objectives by preparing annual budget, controlling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action.
• Drove human resources functions including staffing, training, performance management, and diversity.

• Scheduled appointments, facilitated meetings, and attended meetings with senior management.
• Oversaw reception area to ensure effective telephone and mail communications both internally and externally, and seamlessly liaised with staff, customers and suppliers.
• Negotiated purchase of office supplies, furniture and equipment when needed while constantly complying with purchasing policies and budgetary limitations.
• Supervised and coordinated maintenance of office equipment such as copier, fax machine, and printer.
• Administered daily facilities management such as building access and security functions.

Office Assistant (2007 to 2010)

• Performed the complete spectrum of office operations including greeting visitors, scheduling meetings and appointments, screening and routing incoming calls, taking dictation, and maintaining paper-based and electronic records.
• Distributed incoming mail, orchestrated travel logistics for executives, replenished office supplies and equipment, and maintained office schedule.
• Demonstrated excellent skills in database administration, supplier communication and relations, and maintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance and arranging repairs when applicable.

Nassau Community College:

Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts

Award for Exemplary Academic Performance

Political Science, International Relations, History, Anthropology and Sociology Studies

Award for Exemplary Academic Performance

Baruch College:
Degree in Political Science and Minor in History (in progress)

City of New York:

Certificate of Fitness for Maintenance and Testing of Smoke Detectors

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

DATE

HIRING AGENT NAME

TITLE

COMPANY NAME

ADDRESS

CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE

Dear__________________:

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as a (INSERT TARGET POSITION) and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

I bring to you proven skills in data analysis, strong experience in project coordination, and a solid educational foundation in sociology, international relations, politics, and history. My collaborative work ethic and proficiency in team-building and leadership will certainly provide an immediate and positive impact to (INSERT TARGET COMPANY). To complement these qualifications, I offer polished reporting, analytical, communication, and administrative skills which are vital as a (INSERT TARGET POSITION).

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be an ambitious leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through exemplary self-initiative and dedication. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization and encourage you to contact me so that we can discuss my joining your team. Thank you and I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy