Strategic Program and Operational Leader
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Strategic Program and Operational Leader with over 10 years of experience in high-level administration, operational logistics, and community engagement. Expert at serving as the "operational backbone" for mission-driven organizations, specializing in end-to-end event execution, recruitment, complex scheduling, and stakeholder management. Demonstrated success in managing $150k+ budgets, optimizing internal tracking systems, and driving enrollment growth through strategic outreach.
Proven ability to represent organizations in high-stakes external settings while implementing data-driven interventions to support organizational and community success.
Center for Supportive Schools (CSS) | Jersey City, NJ
Community School Coordinator | 2025 – Present
Integrated Community School Strategy: Spearheaded the implementation of the Community
School Strategy framework, aligning school resources, health services, and academic support to create a holistic environment for student success.
Spearheaded Large-Scale Events: Directed end-to-end event management for high-profile school and community initiatives and events, managing all logistics including venue sourcing, vendor relations, and on-site execution.
Strategic Partnerships & Advocacy: Brokered high-impact collaborations with local businesses and nonprofits to integrate mental health and youth development resources while securing 100%
stakeholder buy-in.
Operational & Fiscal Oversight: Managed program budgets and pursued grant opportunities to expand resources; streamlined referral processes and volunteer efforts to enhance project scalability.
Data-Driven Leadership: Spearheaded the Student Success Team to foster a proactive school culture, leveraging weekly impact data to implement supportive interventions that strengthened student engagement and belonging
Stakeholder Communication: Served as the primary liaison between the district and community partners, ensuring transparent information flow for daily operations and special projects.
BRICK Education Network | Newark, NJ
Recruitment Coordinator | 2024 – 2025 Contract
Operational Strategy & Event Leadership: Directed daily functions for the District Enrollment
Center and led the design and implementation of large-scale recruitment events, optimizing registration procedures for a Kindergarten -8th grade network to ensure seamless, family-centered service delivery.
Brand & Engagement: Redesigned recruitment materials with a focus on cultural sensitivity,
fueling a city-wide branding initiative that significantly increased community engagement across
Newark.
Talent & Fiscal Management: Managed a $150,000 recruitment budget and formulated innovative hiring strategies that enhanced candidate diversity while reducing time-to-hire.
Relationship Management: Leveraged CRM tools and social media to manage multi-channel campaigns, cultivating partnerships with counselors and local businesses to expand institutional visibility.
Staff Development & Mentorship: Trained and mentored recruitment staff in sourcing best practices and advanced interviewing techniques, ensuring all new hires aligned with organizational values and strategic goals.
Friends of the Howe House| Montclair NJ Part Time
Operations & Program Coordinator Assistant 2022 – Present
Strategic Operations & Process Improvement: Contribute to the design and implementation of operating plans and program strategies; conduct targeted research and analysis to streamline operational workflows and boost overall program effectiveness.
Project Coordination & Event Logistics: Support the Program Team in the end-to-end execution of events and initiatives; manage complex logistics and maintain clear communication channels with internal and external stakeholders.
Budgetary Support & Financial Reporting: Assist in the oversight of program budgets by tracking expenditures and managing expense documentation; facilitate accurate financial reporting to ensure alignment with organizational funding goals.
Administrative Systems & Data Management: Manage high-level administrative functions,
including executive scheduling and the preparation of comprehensive project reports; maintain organized data systems to track program milestones and performance metrics.
Strategic Communications & Resource Development: Draft professional correspondence,
reports, and presentations for diverse audiences; collaborate on the development of program materials and special initiatives to enhance organizational outreach.
Cross-Functional Team Collaboration: Partner with multidisciplinary team members to optimize daily program operations; provide essential support for special projects, ensuring high-quality delivery and adherence to established timelines.
Uncommon Schools | Newark, NJ
Enrichment and External Partnership Associate Director | 2021 – 2023
Event Leadership & Program Development: Directed end-to-end planning of large-scale recreational and cultural events for the student body; spearheaded the design and implementation of a co-curricular program to enhance academic and social engagement.
HR & Instructional Talent Management: Provided operational oversight for Program Teachers,
including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management; conducted regular observations and delivered feedback to ensure high-quality instructional delivery within the HS
2.0 Program.
Strategic Operational Management: Engineered and executed high-level operational frameworks for the HS 2.0 Program, optimizing daily resource allocation and cross-departmental workflows to drive measurable student success.
Administrative & Systems Oversight: Developed and maintained essential school systems—
including attendance tracking, roster management, and IT compliance—while managing high level administrative functions and complex executive scheduling.
Grant & Budget Management: Oversaw departmental budgets and daily expenditures; led grant reporting and proposal development to secure sustainable funding and optimal resource allocation.
Logistics & Vendor Coordination: Managed all logistical aspects of campus-wide events and daily program operations, including vendor contract negotiations, staff supervision, and comprehensive timeline management.
SEEDS: Access Changes Everything | Newark, NJ
Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator| 2019 – 2021
Multi-Program Admissions Management: Managed the full-cycle recruitment and admissions process for three distinct academic programs, serving as the lead subject matter expert on program expectations, curricula, and financial aid logistics.
Strategic Pipeline Development: Refined multi-channel marketing campaigns and high school partnership initiatives to build a robust applicant pipeline and significantly enhance organizational diversity.
Data-Driven Candidate Assessment: Spearheaded the comprehensive evaluation process,
utilizing rigorous interviewing and material reviews to deliver data-backed recommendations for final admissions decisions.
Operational & Office Optimization: Modernized administrative infrastructure and managed staff scheduling to improve fluidity during high-volume recruitment cycles, ensuring 100%
operational continuity.
Analytics & Data Integrity: Managed student registration within the institutional database with total accuracy; developed weekly KPI reports to track enrollment trends and inform long-term recruitment strategy.
End-to-End Event Logistics: Directed the logistics for large-scale recruitment events, overseeing venue scheduling, materials production, and on-site stakeholder coordination.
High-Impact Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitated professional information sessions and recruitment fairs, serving as the primary liaison for prospective students, families, and community partners.
Bloomfield College | Bloomfield, NJ
Admissions Assistant | 2017 – 2019
Managed Public-Facing Operations: Served as the lead point of contact for the institution,
providing expert guidance on policies and resolving complex inquiries to ensure a high-quality experience for students, parents, and community partners.
Directed Data Integrity & Compliance: Managed the daily execution of student registration within the institutional database, ensuring 100% accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with federal and college standards.
Delivered Enrollment Analytics: Developed and distributed comprehensive weekly and monthly analytics reports to internal departments and partners, enabling data-driven tracking of recruitment trends and departmental KPIs.
Optimized Office Fluidity: Oversaw the procurement of departmental resources and managed staff scheduling to ensure continuous office coverage and seamless operational performance during peak periods.
Streamlined the Applicant Journey: Partnered with the admissions team to modernize the administrative infrastructure, significantly improving the efficiency of high-volume recruitment cycles.
Managed Rigorous Auditing Processes: Systematically maintained and audited student files,
proactively troubleshooting database discrepancies to ensure a seamless flow of information across the enrollment pipeline.
Coordinated High-Volume Logistics: Managed the logistical support for enrollment events and registration periods, overseeing the production of materials and coordinating multi-departmental schedules to ensure successful execution.
Master of Public Administration: Nonprofit Management | Kean University | May 2021
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work | Seton Hall University | 2017
