Mary C. Dunn
*** **** *****, **** *******, PA ***22 ~ 412-***-****~ *******@*******.***
CAREER SUMMARY
Decisive, action oriented and result-focused professional offering 25 years experience in both public and private sectors. Experienced in exploration and production, human resources including recruitment and elimination, development of training manuals and policies, database administration, and project management. Proven track record in adapting to new situations. A creative, ethical team player.
SUMMARY OF ACHIEVEMENTS
Knowledgeable in the area of Exploration and Production and land functions with the drilling of gas wells
Possess a broad knowledge of onshore lease title practices
Planned, directed and managed designated projects
Coordinated the successful development of several projects
Reviewed project status during each phase and prepared reports for President
Knowledgeable in recruiting, hiring and training new and existing employees.
Authored/Implemented training programs and policies.
Computer skills: HTML, Microsoft Expression ~ Business Applications: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Photoshop
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Roach and Associates, Inc. /Nytis Exploration of Pennsylvania, LLC, Pittsburgh, PA - 2005 - 2015
Project Manager
Manage multiple projects for Roach and Associates, Inc. and Nytis Exploration of Pennsylvania, LLC. Key activities include development and management of budgets, preparation of written contracts and training manuals, interfacing with staff and clients during project cycle and meeting project milestones and delivery dates. Control budgets up to $250,000.
Negotiation/drafting of oil and gas leases for exploration and production of future gas wells
Ensure delay rentals are up-to-date
Maintain 100 oil and gas leases and ensure renewals
Sustain communications and diplomatic relations with community of land owners
Preparation and follow through of permitting activities with state, county, and federal agencies
Prepare training seminars to meet pipeline safety regulation as per U.S. Department of Transportation, CFR49, Parts 192-192
Author of documentation regarding pipeline regulations for various housing authorities and gas production companies within Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and New York
Dollar$mart, Pittsburgh, PA – 2004-2005
Director, Training and Human Resources
Recruited, hired and trained new and existing associates. Developed and implemented training programs teaching policy, procedures, and services offered. Performed employee evaluations, set employee goals and documented to file. Managed associate files including medical and IRA eligibility dates, verbal and written warnings.
Ensured staffing needs were maintained at all times thru the recruitment, interview and hiring process
Planned, prepared and executed company training programs for policy and procedure
Planned, prepared and executed company audit program
Reported progress of company’s staffing and competency levels to owner
THE PROGRAM for Female Offenders, Inc. Pittsburgh, PA - 2003-2004
Manager of Administration/Human Resources
Responsible for maintaining THE PROGRAM’s policies and daily operation of three facilities.
Implemented cost effective foodservice program saving agency over 405
Introduced and implemented staff identification cards
Designed and implemented fire and evacuation safety plan. Maintained safety equipment.
Responsible for implementation of Windows NT network server, computer security and DSL service providing network solution for three facilities.
Designed human resource database for directors and managers targeting specific employee information
Designed and implemented applicant screening program enabling staff to target specific client information
Supervised support personnel
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA - 2002-2003
Biotechnology Center/All Temps
Responsible for daily activities for various departments
Associate Editor of Biotechnology Progress
Managed, coordinated, and fully prepared faculty for meetings and activities
Writer and editor of correspondence, letters, and proposals
Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission, Pittsburgh, PA – 1999-2002
Marketing/Communications Specialist – 2000-2002
Responsible for the multi-media communications connected with the branding, marketing, and daily operations of the agency.
Directed website updates as a project manager which included revising technical jargon and utilizing html programming as well as converting text into a PDF format.
Designed and formatted brochures with multiple inserts and complex graphics, products and services catalog, internal organization documents, and designed logos for special projects
Arranged special affairs as the events planning manager attended by 400 to 500 people. Events included formal welcome parties, open houses and conferences.
Participant as key member of Pittsburgh Region Clean Cities. Involved in grant writing, editor of newsletter, website design, and event arrangements. Obtained $157,000 in grant money from DEP for high profile projects.
Advised staff/writer/editor regarding media communication, annual report, newsletter and formal correspondence
Prepared presentations for executive management to deliver regarding the Joseph A. James Memorial Excellence in Local Government Achievement Award and for congressional delegation on transportation issues and homeland security.
Transportation Planner – 1999-2000
Provided communications and data services for various agency planning projects.
Implemented marketing effort through a newly designed client tracking system of Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Products and Services resulting in increased revenue
Requested by management to coordinate a communication plan to implement a branding and crisis communication strategy
Equitable Gas Company, Pittsburgh, PA – 1991-1999
Program Manager, Energy Technology – 1997-1999
Developed and implemented marketing plan to promote the use of alternative fuels.
Initiated marketing efforts through web development which provided awareness regarding alternative uses for natural gas
Analyzed transportation customer’s effective use of fuel to determine their costs which resulted in increased revenue and savings through alternative fuel usage.
Administered grant writing to enable fleet operators to convert conventional fuel systems to alternative fuel systems through acquiring federal and state funds
Prepared quarterly reports for the Department of Energy and the Department of Environmental Protection that detailed fuel use, miles traveled, vehicle problems, and fuel savings
Managed media communications by radio interviews and arranging media awareness for special events
Developed and prepared a program for Air and Waste Management regarding alternative uses of natural gas
Relief Supervisor and Technical Field Specialist – 1991-1997
Supervised a staff of 25 union construction personnel monitoring performance, safety, and US DOT compliance.
Authored a comprehensive training manual that increased the technical field staff competence.
Supervised union personnel, project planner and coordinator
Work Management Reengineering Team – 1995 (6 month term)
Generated $269,000 in savings through the utilization of highly effective work reengineering procedures which eliminated redundant work procedures.
EDUCATION
Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Public Policy and Management – 1996
Carlow College (University), Pittsburgh, PA
B.S., Business Management – 1991
Pittsburgh Beauty Academy – Teacher’s Certification – 1971
ACHIEVEMENTS/ACTIVITIES
Whitehall Artist League – Present
South Hills Arts League – Present
Pittsburgh Society of Artists – Present
Pittsburgh Region Clean Cities – Board Member - 2002 – 2008
Pittsburgh Post Gazette – Freelancer – 2002 – 2004
Heritage Who’s Who – 2004
Who’s Who of Information Technology - 1998
Editor – Alternative Fuel Vehicles – AFV Drive Newsletter – 1999
Pittsburgh American Marketing Association – Vice President, Membership – 1998
Delta Epsilon Sigma – National Honor Society – 1990 to present