JEFFREY M. JOHNSON
Apt. 2-F
N. Miami, Fl. 33181
305-***-**** (P.) / 305-***-**** (C.) / acuvm8@r.postjobfree.com (E-mail)
EXPERIENCE
JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES
Job link Coordinator
10/2000-Present
Devised and implemented all functions of the Job link Coordinator position. Structured and maintained the employer information & placement data base (Active Employers-MS Access). Processed all incoming employment related information for dissemination via fax, E-mail, electronic text, and Internet site delivery to (14-16) JCS job developers. Instituted and maintained the JCS computerized employment information network (JCS job developer Yahoo group). Maintained an indexed hard copy employment information (Daily Leads Binder). Composed user-friendly hard copy employer listings (Potential Positions-MS Word). Developed relations with agencies, organizations, and companies to exploit employment opportunities. Coached and directly placed clients. Assisted job developers (when requested) with client interviews and placement possibilities. Maintained (case managed) files on all clients with whom interaction took place. Purchased and categorized all training & education materials (Job Developer Reference Library-MS Excel). Conducted quarterly job developer training & education sessions (Quarterly Job Developer meetings). Executed employment-related events (Employer Appreciation Breakfasts). Fulfilled all employment related requests by JCS job developers. Etc.
ROZ AND CAL KOVENS CONFERENCE CENTER
F.I.U. NORTH CAMPUS
Operations Coordinator
1/98-8/98
Integrated and coordinated all aspects of operations to ensure the successful execution of events and physical plant functionality, while supervising day and evening hours of operation. Implemented key control, supplies inventory, and signage formats. Confirmed A/V equipment utilization and meeting room set-up for all events. Trained conference center front office personnel in all aspects of operations. Acted as liaison to FIU physical plant and engineering departments. Heavily interacted with supply purveyors and contractors to secure products and services essential for all facets of operations and event execution. Created and maintained room set-up, maintenance, and special event forms. Interfaced with all clients to ensure that their contractual agreements were meticulously fulfilled.
CROWN PLAZA- BISCAYNE BAY
Full department rotation Internship
4/97 -7/97
Performed duties to fulfill FIU's Advanced Internship requirements, which include management/supervisory work in the engineering, housekeeping, reservations, convention services, and guest laundry departments.
WAVERLY INN
Banquet Coordinator
6/76 - 5/77
Started as an entry-level employee and advanced to the banquet coordinator position. Oversaw all details integral to the execution of food related functions and events.
EDUCATION
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management
August 1997
Graduating with High Honors (Magna Cum Laude), Dean's List
G.P.A. 3.97
DAYTONA BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Science degree in Hospitality Management
August 1994
Graduated with Highest Honors (Summa Cum Laude), 4.0 grade point average. President's List/Dean's List.
G.P.A. 4.0
LAKE COUNTY AREA VOCATIONAL - TECHNICAL CENTER
1440 hour certificate for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR)
May1988
G.P.A. 4.0
TECHNICAL CAREERS INSTITUTE
1440 hour certificate for heating ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
September 1981
G.P.A. 4.0
WATERBURY STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Completed one year of electrical engineering course work.
May 1980
G.P.A. 3.9
SKILLS/HOBBIES
* MS Word
* MS Excel
* Outlook and other E-mail programs
* MS Access
* Internet Explorer and other search engines
* Photography, computer construction, and A/V system assembly & integration
* Artistic expressions including military miniatures and diorama construction
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
* Flexible and adaptable to all job parameters
* Mature outlook and understanding of people and responsibilities
* Enjoys leadership roles in group participation efforts
* Gives all projects and matters of supervision 100% effort
* Sets and meets high standards through long hours of dedication
* Highly detail oriented
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
In June 1996 received the GOLDEN PHOENIX award from Florida International University as the outstanding student who has succeeded in the face of adversity.