Clay Durbin
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ***********
City: Riverside
State: CA
Zip: 92506
Country: USA
Phone: 951-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: $60,000
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Clay Eugene Durbin
2163 Whistler Way - Riverside, California 92506
951-***-**** - ********@*********.***
PROFILE
An innovative and capable Operations Management professional, with a special forte in Project Management. Offer extensive background, abilities and expertise in the achievement of corporate goals. Maintain confidentiality, conduct project research and analysis, have the vision to see the whole picture, and consistently streamline operations for peak efficiency and productivity.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Experienced in coordination and management of Capital Projects for municipalities, encompassing strategic planning, contract administration, budgeting, RFPs/bid reviews, environmental studies, contractor scheduling and project meetings/tracking.
Highly effective communicator, with excellent verbal, written and negotiating skills. Successful in development of sound professional relationships with elected officials and all levels of staff.
Strong in leadership and delegation of personnel, with confidence, resourceful decision making and excellent follow-through. Work effectively as a team member and independently to achieve positive results.
Precise and organized, with ability to handle large volumes and multiple tasks with accuracy and in a professional manner.
Computer familiarity with MS Word.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2002-Present CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA
Consultant/Project Manager 2007-present
- Supervise project team, as head of a $4.5M land mobile radio system special project for police, fire & public works departments.
- Multiple areas of responsibility encompass budgetary monitoring, coordination of all involved entities, development of bid specs, maintenance of project files, ensuring contractor compliance, project meetings, change orders, tracking, etc.
- Ensure that projected time frames and budgetary guidelines are met.
Communications Department Director 2002-2008
- Administrative accountability for $5M budget for the management of daily operating procedures in the 911 call center, including all electronic radios, security system, telecommunication system and electronics maintenance.
- Interviewed, hired, trained and evaluated 32 support staff.
- Wrote all RFPs for equipment purchasing and oversaw allocation of resources.
- Wrote staff reports, proposals and plans for elected/appointed officials and various commissions.
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CITY OF WEST COVINA (con't)
Communications Department Director
- Directed city projects:
* Procurement and installation of a city-wide Nextel communication
system with 3 PBXs.
* Headed the special project of installing closed circuit TV throughout the
city and in city facilities to enhance security and safety.
- Served on the Emergency Management Staff for disaster planning and disaster operations.
1992-2002 CITY OF FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
Communications Director
- Oversight and management of the 911 emergency communications center, which provided support for police, fire and emergency medical services.
- Directed 123 sworn officers and non-sworn personnel in all aspects of daily operations. Worked closely with emergency management team and fire dept.
- Initiated the phone report writing center, improving police response time.
- Built a back-up communications center with all necessary equipment.
1990-1992 CITY OF SALEM, OREGON
Director of Communications
- Retained to set up and initiate operations of the new emergency communications program for police, fire and sheriff's departments for Polk and Marion Counties.
- Under the direction of the Board of Directors, successful developed and oversaw the building of the new facility, handled procurement of all equipment, administered budget and wrote operating policies.
1989-1990 CITY OF PORTLAND, OREGON
Communications Department Director
MILITARY CAREER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE " Retired
Security Forces with Top Secret Security Clearance
Awards: Bronze Star, Air Force Commendation Medal/2
EDUCATION/SPECIALIZED TRAINING
WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, BELLINGHAM, WASHINGTON
Master of Arts: Public Administration
Bachelor of Science: Environmental Science and Administration
Numerous FEMA seminars and workshops in Management, Emergency Management, Safety, etc. (complete list available upon request)
Certified as an Emergency Manager
CPR/First Aid Certification (renewable)