NORMAN BELL
**** ********* ******, ***. *** ~ Oakland, California 94612
510-***-**** abkng1@r.postjobfree.com
OPERATIONS & PROJECT MANAGER
Proven leadership skills combined with an exceptional ability to manage
multiple projects, tasks and priorities effectively and in a timely
manner. Swiftly comprehends the "big picture" and executes the boldest
of organizational visions. Superior communicator, easily interacts with
executives, regulatory agencies, clients, vendors and staff. Core
competencies include:
( Team Player ( Facilities Services ( Tireless Work
Ethic
( Building Services ( Sets Performance Standards (
High Moral Standards
( Vendor Relations ( Sought-After Mentor ( Excellent
People Skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Project Management: An operations and project manager proven successful
in the most challenging assignments. Resourceful and adaptable, exercising
superb competence and efficiency with every project. Career highlighted by
success and constant achievement.
. Hits the ground running. Seeks and assumes responsibility. Meets
challenges with a keen understanding of resource needs.
. Planned, scheduled, coordinated and administered activities in
Facilities including housekeeping, building maintenance, postage,
office equipment, copying, telephone answering, office supplies,
reception, data storage, security card systems and on-site officers.
. Streamlined operations and improved productivity through effective
reporting, prioritization and customer communications.
. Advised managers on union contracts; coordinated purchase orders,
invoice processing, departmental charge backs, delivery and special in-
house events.
. Flawlessly managed an $80K budget with 100% accountability.
. Evaluated each facet of operations and provided recommendations for
improvements in procedures, products and equipment.
Leadership and Supervision: A superior leader with demonstrated
performance in high-pressure environments. Earned a solid reputation for
improving organizational performance through hands-on training and a
leadership approach that emphasized decision-making through active
listening.
. Superbly managed and motivated as many as 12 personnel; earned a
reputation for firm, yet compassionate mentorship.
. Approachable, easily builds rapport with subordinates, peers and senior
management.
. Strictly ensured that assigned personnel adhered to the highest
standards of conduct and maintained a sharp, professional appearance.
Problem-Solving and Analysis: Consistently implements keen analytical
abilities and a proven team-based work dynamic with a systems-oriented
approach to facilitate efficient and effective solutions. A critical
thinker open to alternative views to optimize decision-making.
. Excels at proactively identifying errors and recommending immediate,
practical and cost-effective solutions on site.
. Continually evaluates the processes in place ensuring that the best
possible solution is applied to each task. Customer service always a
top priority.
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EMPLOYMENT
Facilities Manager
KQED Inc., San Francisco, California 1999 - 2009
Supervisor, Central Communications
KQED Inc., San Francisco, California 1982 - 1999
Mail Clerk
KQED Inc., San Francisco, California 1979 - 1982
EDUCATION & TRAINING
HEALD BUSINESS COLLEGE, San Francisco, California
Accounting & Administration, 1978
NOVATO HIGH SCHOOL, Novato, California
Diploma, 1977
~ Played baseball, football and basketball
~ Rated 8th in ROTC class
Computer Skills: MS Office Suite
Dr. Earl Stuckey, Sr. Pastor
Progressive Missionary Baptist Church, Berkeley California
MINISTRY USHER CAPTAIN FOR MEN OFFFICER
AWARDS
Barbara Kay Whitner Fellowship for Exceptional Leadership & Organizational
Skills, 1992
REFERENCES
Excellent references furnished upon request