MICHELLE MATTHEWS
272 MARCY AVENUE BROOKLYN, NY 11211 (718) 724-3909 MMATHEWS001@gmail.com https://michellematthewscv.wordpress.com/
Design/Office Assistant
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Over 10 years’ experience in non-profit leadership and management with a focus on social services and workforce development. In the beginning stages of my careers, I held positions from Assistant Director at NYC Workforce 1 Career Center to Director at the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and Deputy Director of Programs with the St. Nicholas Alliance. I reached my personal and professional goals in this sector and had a great impact on the communities I served. In 2011, I returned to school to pursue my dreams in becoming an Architect. Recently I graduated with a Bachelor’s of Technology in Architectural Technology from NYC College of Technology.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS
Computer Literacy
UrbanLine Designs, Brooklyn, NY
Autocad Rhinoceros Revit MS Office Suite
Graphic Representation Abobe Illustrator InDesign Photoshop
Project Management Skills
Manage and build diverse teams Oversee projects from conception to completion Develop strategies to overcome project obstacle Promoting a company’s image Managed budgets of 250k-500k
Additional Strengths
Drafting & Detailing Conceptual Design Construction Adminstration Material and Spec Research
Bi-Lingual Spanish
EDUCATION
Architectural Designer
2014 – Present
Developed alternative designs and concepts for projects. Used schematic work drawings and input from construction team to finish projects in a timely manner
Manage all adminstrative functions, such as scheduling, database maintence and filing systems
Surveyed the land and surrouding areas to get a better feel for the design of the building
Render color presentations of proposed designs
NYC COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, Brooklyn, NY
Project Coordinator
2013 - 2014
The Emerging Scholars’ mission is to research and analyze topics that impact international communities in an effort to adapt the lessons learned and best practices into new designs.
Worked closely with professors and students on a time sensitive research project.
Lead a team of students to produce drawings, designs and written of technical reports.
Rendererd proposed images of tea houses and created diagrams of different versions of panel windows in urban settings.
NYC WORKFORCE 1 Manufacturing Center, Brooklyn, NY
Assistant Director
2009 - 2011
Managed all areas of Administration and Office Management :
Arranged conferences and seminars and effectively coordinated events.
BT in Architectural Technology
Provided broad range of administrative functions to director, travel arrangements, calendar management and database management.
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Compiled and organized information for board meetings
City University of New YorkNYC College of Technology 2011-2015
Emerging Scholars Participant – 2013-2015
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Worked on several research projects – 2014 and 2015
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Published works in Techne Magazine – 2014 and 2015
Managed all elements of Career Development:
Responsible for the implementation of all career development programs and services
Supervised a staff of 5 employees
Responsible for the overall goals and all performance outcomes and made sure that they were meet in a timely and efficient manner without compromising integrity
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ST. NICHOLAS NPC, Brooklyn, NY
Deputy Director
2006 - 2009
St. Nicholas’ mission is to reduce unemployment and dependence on public resources through changing perception and attitude towards work, removing barriers to employment and developing skill levels to meet business needs. Managed all areas of Administration and Organization:
Arranged conferences and seminars and effectively coordinated events.
Provided broad range of administrative functions, travel arrangements, calendar management and database management.
Created a highly effective organizational and filing system, resulting in easy access to critical information.
Coordinated and maintained weekly attendance and annual vacation records on 15 employees
Provided daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports of all programs.
Managed all elements of Program Development:
Prepared and oversaw necessary reporting and data management.
Oversaw entire training programs.
Supervised a staff of up to 15 employees.
Developed a funders database and co-developed an outcomes network database.
Oversaw adult skilled training program, including the continued development and expansion of the division.
Work with Director and others to ensure timely, accurate and proper reporting to all funders (e.g. Robin Hood, Seedco, Strive, and Tiger).
Developed relationships with employers, CBO and government agencies to create an influx of clients on a consistent basis.
BROOKLYN HEALTHWORKS, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, Brooklyn, NY
Director
2003 - 2006
Brooklyn Health Works is a subsidized health insurance program, underwritten by GHI for the working uninsured in the borough of Brooklyn. It is part of the state’s Healthy New York program designed to cater to the communities in Brooklyn. Provided program oversight in conjunction with Executive Director, to include:
Supervised two full-time health insurance mangers
Responsible for ensuring accurate data collection, entry billing and invoicing
Responsible for all program reporting
Collaborated in developing strategies to effectively market, promote and enroll new clients in Brooklyn HealthWorks
Developed partnerships with community-based organizations, local development corporations and other insurance providers in an effort to market the program; jointly hosted and sponsored community
Resume: Michelle Matthews
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