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Resourceful Office Manager and Project Coordinator with over 10 years of experience enhancing company growth and financial health. Proven ability to reduce operational costs through efficient inventory and team management, set budgets, and maintaining financial data. Skilled in negotiating contracts and managing projects from bidding to completion, including subcontractor and vendor coordination.

Eager to leverage my expertise to drive operational excellence and contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.

Office Manager/ Project Coordinator - Zephyr Development, Design and Construction - Houston, TX

(2015-07)

• Spearheaded company growth, development, and financial health by directing daily business operations, customer service, and finances.
• Managed the reduction of operational costs through efficient inventory and team management.
• Established company budgets and maintained company financial data, including Profit and Loss statements and tax reporting.
• Negotiated contracts and agreements with customers, vendors, and financial institutions.
• Cultivated and strengthened relationships with customers, staff, and vendors through strategic processes to optimize service delivery.
• Oversaw individual project management, encompassing bidding, contract establishment, procurement, quantity take-offs, client consultations, fund requests, subcontractor coordination, material delivery scheduling, and municipal permit acquisition.

Human Resources Business Partner - Houston Independent School District - Houston, TX

(2014-01 - 2015-06)

• Served as the primary liaison for the eighth largest school district in the nation.
• Provided dedicated support to 44 district campuses and 2 Administrative departments, emphasizing exceptional customer service.
• Collaborated closely with campus and central office business leaders to proactively assess organizational needs and implement strategic initiatives for talent development and utilization.
• Delivered comprehensive HR support, including Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Salary Administration, Payroll Processing, and Leave Management.
• Ensured strategic alignment of HR processes with overarching organizational objectives.

Human Resources Manager - Southwest Schools/ Young Learners - Houston, TX

(2008-11 - 2013-12)

• Devised and executed recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber talent.
• Administered comprehensive pre-screening processes for all prospective employees.
• Orchestrated and implemented annual insurance renewals.
• Partnered with district leaders to foster effective employee development and implement disciplinary actions.
• Managed unemployment claims and appeals.
• Authored and disseminated the Employee Handbook.
• Developed and delivered annual Human Resources training programs.
• Compiled and submitted annual compliance reports to governing agencies.
• Ensured district adherence to all state and federal labor laws.

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies - California State University-Northridge (2003-08 - 2007-12)