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Grant Writing & Acquisition ~ Project Management ~ Fundraising

Financial Management ~ Strategic Planning ~ Collaboration ~ Outreach

         Bilingual (English/Spanish), collaborative, and pragmatic with outstanding strategic planning, project leadership, program development, community relations, and business planning skills.

         Extremely well-versed in grant funding processes as well as federal, state, and community funding sources and procedures.

         Consummate understanding of principles and requirements of strategic research development within a public institution.

         Adept at financial management including accounting, budgeting, reporting, ROI optimization, grant management, forecasting, and cost containment.

         Possess an exemplary blend of technical writing, research, analytical, group facilitation, presentation, data management, and critical thinking skills.

         Extensive experience in directing operations of governmental agencies and non-profit organizations with proven success in staffing/human resources, facilities management, public & media relations, program development, Board development, training, and donor relations.

         Able to systematically steer identification, solicitation, and cultivation of major funding sources such as state and federal agencies, national laboratories, corporations, and foundations.

EMRTC / New Mexico Tech, Socorro, NM, 05/2015 to Present

Project Manager

         Spearhead full-scope project management encompassing deliverables, resource management, budgeting, scheduling, progress monitoring, status reporting, action planning, and stakeholder relations.

         Meticulously monitor cost control and schedule adherence to successfully and consistently deliver projects within expected deadlines.

         Join forces with Ordinance and Facilities departments to identify and address logistical training needs.

PAE/A-T Solutions, Socorro, NM, 05/2015 to 03/2016

Senior Program Analyst

         Pioneered first contractual agreement with Navajo Nation for only nationally-awarded Safe Schools Healthy Students Program to implement security force and school resource officer program.

         Acquired grant funds to finance PPE (personal protective equipment) and other vital resources for first Socorro County Volunteer Fire Department on Alamo Reservation.

         Secured articulation agreements with six colleges and universities for dual enrollment and career advancement through post-secondary education opportunities.

         Helmed efforts to earn AAAHC accreditation for ambulatory health clinic (one of only two accredited health clinics throughout Navajo nation).

         Awarded two grants to implement green energy technologies and transformed waste water management system to achieve award-winning recognition.

         Presented testimony to local, state, tribal, and federal legislative bodies concerning crime/corrections, substance abuse, education, health, green energy, quality of life initiatives, and public policy.

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El Ranchito de los Ni os, 10/2014 to 04/2015

Executive Director

         Championed complete spectrum of daily operations including strategic planning, program implementation and administration, research, marketing, human resources, fundraising, outreach, budget administration, change management, and reporting.

         Drove human resources functional areas spanning hiring, training, conflict resolution, performance evaluations, workload allocation, and termination.

         Established all aspects of volunteer program including recruitment, training, recognition, and retention.

         Participated in or led grant and proposal writing to align with funding goals and requirements.

Ensenar, LLC Business Consulting Services, 01/2005 to Present

Owner / President

         Deliver all-inclusive business consulting to clients in areas of organizational development encompassing financial management, staffing, policy and procedure development, facilities management, and training.

         Develop, mentor, guide, and coach clients in fund availability research, funding source application process, budgetary review and analysis, donor cultivation, event fundraising, and Board member responsibilities for non-profit and for-profit organizations.

         Investigate and determine Return on Investment (ROI) specific to employee recruitment and retention, and recommend improvements where applicable.

Alamo Navajo School Board, Inc., Indian Health Service, Alamo, NM, 06/2003 to 09/2014

Executive Director and Director of Personnel

         Governed financial and personnel management inclusive of staff selection and development, contractual agreements for employees/contractors and consultants, and budget administration.

         Successfully expanded organizational programs from 32 to 54, employees from 179 to 300, annual budget from $12M to $42M, and investments from $0 to 14M.

         Precisely identified organizational and community needs, and tenaciously acquired funding for more than eight construction projects totaling over $26M.

         Joined forces with federal, state, local and Native American groups to obtain funds for building community infrastructures and economic development sites.

         Served as Chairperson for Native American Health and Welfare Trust, a self-funded insurance program.

         Negotiated with funding sources for additional resources and/or facilities necessary to support dozens of projects and programs.

         Orchestrated comprehensive training in emergency response management, crisis prevention, unified command systems, and Incident Command Systems.

         Recruited, selected and developed personnel, and fostered, nurtured, and maintained extensive network of resources to augment funding efforts.

         Cost-effectively controlled existing fiscal resources for programs and projects, diligently ensuring assuring adequate cash flow to sustain continuity.

Prior background includes role as Deputy Chief / Inspector with New Mexico State Police, Santa Fe, NM

Master s Degree, Public Administration, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM

Bachelor s Degree, General Studies, New Mexico Tech, Socorro, NM

Associate Of Science, Criminology, Albuquerque TVI, Albuquerque, NM

Diploma: Draftsman, Phoenix Institute of Technology, Phoenix, AZ

Certification of Completion, FBI National Academy, Quantico, VA

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May 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000-4796

Dear Hiring Manager:

Please accept this letter and accompanying resume in application for the Research Development Manager opportunity that is currently available with New Mexico Tech. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

In addition to exemplary academic credentials including a Master s degree in Public Administration, I ve been employed at the Energetic Materials Research and Training Center for two years as a Project Manager, with full accountability for budgets, schedules, resources, and team leadership. Prior to that, I gained substantial experience in writing, acquiring, and administering grants throughout my career in multiple senior leadership roles. My well-developed analytical, financial, fundraising, donor relations, and public speaking skills will prove immediately beneficial in this new position. To further complement these qualifications, I offer significant experience in research, community outreach, media relations, and project management, which are all vital as Manager of Research Development.

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through a superior blend of business savvy, leadership talents, and proven expertise in grant funding acquisition and administration. I am confident that I am an ideal candidate for this role and encourage you to contact me at the details listed above.

Sincerely,

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