R. David Baird
Richardson, Texas 75081-3983
972-***-**** - Cell
***********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position that will offer me the opportunity to utilize my professional and interpersonal skills.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Grant Writing to Corporate Foundations, Private Foundations and Governmental Agencies.
• Highly proficient in presentation skills both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently achieving high
standards and meeting goals on time.
• Extensive knowledge of resources and support for Clients.
• Co-Teacher for Copings Skills and Self Esteem Groups for Clients.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
LifeNet August 1, 2008 to November 26,2012 Dallas, Texas
Executive Assistant to the Vice President
• Grant writing to Private Foundations, the Government & other Fund Raising activities
• Community Relations and Public Speaking Events
• Scheduling of all appointments
• Correspondence, filing & accurate record keeping of all grants and donations
• Website management & development
• Social Media management
Contemporary Services Corporation Arlington, Texas
Non-Commissioned Security Officer
• Worked in Arena setting doing crowd control including emergency crowd management
• Worked in Arena setting doing baggage checks
Lucent Technologies Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Equipment Installer
• Installed switching and digital processing units
• Diagnosed, repaired & tested computer and telephone equipment
Eagle Consultants, Inc Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Office Manager
• Office manager of a Civil and Environmental Engineering Firm
• Prepared applications for State and Federal Grants
• Prepared plan Specifications for Engineers and copied Plans for Bids
• Awarded contracts to Contractors
• Coordinator between Engineers, Contractors and Governmental Agencies
EDUCATION
Eastfield Community College: Studies toward an Associate’s Degree in Social Work
Richland Community College: Computer Repair / A + Certification training courses