Grant Review Analyst

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Candidate Information

Full Name
Tracy C. Bridges
Age
53
Education
BS-Emergency Managment/Business
Experience
Please see attached resume.
Job Type
Part-time

Contact Details

Phone
8649217831
Email
clements122970@yahoo.com
Address
25 Coastline Dr
State
South Carolina
Country
United States

About candidate

About you
I am a business professional, currently employed in the telecommunications field. I am seeking a grant review position in an effort to segway into a field/company more aligned with my educational and work experience. I am diligent, detail oriented and disciplined. I would greatly appreciate your consideration for an opportunity to prove my work ethic and value as a member of your company.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
What are you looking for in a new role?
I am seeking a new role in an effort to transition into a position more aligned with my educational and work experience. I have experience as a grant reviewer in various fields and thoroughly enjoyed the content of my work and seeing the results and success of applicants who benefited through grant awards as their plans and endeavors came to fruition.
What you are interested in working with us?
As I was researching opportunities online and through other sources I noticed the positions you have posted. The jobs were clearly defined and the descriptions were detailed. I also researched general reviews of your company and was inspired by your company’s goals and mission statement. I am seeking a reputable company which I can feel proud to be associated with.
What has been most challenging experience in a past role?
My most challenging experience with a past role was related to fiber optic implementation initiatives for an entire state. The most difficult aspect of this position involved coordination of various infrastructure entities to include multiple power companies and telecommunication providers. Regulations and policies therein were of significant importance and required dedication to detail to ensure success.

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Tracy Clements Bridges

Inman, SC ▪ 864-921-7831

clements122970@yahoo.com

Seasoned expert with 15+ years of experience in telecommunication operations management driving outstanding services with a successfultrack record of exceeding targets by leading high-performance teams to deliver exceptional output. Proficient in telecommunications technology and processes to include all aspects of telephone central offices, cell site circuitry and remote facilities. Possess significant skills and ability to forge crucial relationships with business partners, vendors, and subcontractors.

Areas of Expertise

♦ Telecommunications Technology
♦ Grants Reviews  
♦ Safety Compliance  
♦ Technical Troubleshooting  
♦ Team Building & Leadership  
♦ Research & Analysis  
♦ Facility Maintenance
♦ Innovation & Strategy  
♦ Coaching & Mentoring  

Professional Experience

Grants Merit Reviewer, Cornerstone ​2023-present

Perform small business grant applications for federal MBDA capital program.  Assess client applicants’ capabilities and comprehension of proposed plans and curriculum to assist and support minority SEDI groups.                            

Merit Reviewer Grants, Infrastructure- Guidehouse, Remote​2022 – Present

Perform federal merit reviews and comprehensive analysis within the broadband grants program development and administrative services contract. Evaluate client applications and conduct thorough assessment of grant related requirements through Salesforce. Conduct follow up reviews within overall grant application process to include critique of application details and requirements.

Network Manager - Technical Field Services, ATT, Columbia, SC​2011 – 2023

Provided complete oversight of employees providing services and maintenance of Central Offices, remote buildings, tower, and terminal sites. Provided support to large and small business customers, government entities and internal service executives with successfully utilizing internal processes and applications to enable a productive experience. Enabled contractor installation efforts and supervised projects across North and South Carolina. Implemented federal, state,and local procedures for building safety, emergency management, chemical inventories, and response procedures and ensured employee adherence to OP78 security practices, EH&S guidelines as well OSHA compliance. Examined locations and established supply processes with vendors. Addressed personnel issues, coached, and mentored employees and developed performance improvement plans. Oversaw maintenance of all central office related equipment and technology to include GPON, ETTC/IPAG, VOIP, TDM, WIFI and traditional switch technologies.Tracked and managed multiple projects along with performing root cause analysis.

♦ Served as key contributor on Cornerstone Safety Initiative Team for Southeast Region.
♦ Developed and implemented curriculum and process for onboarding employees to the central office environment.
♦ Developed cross functional training program to expand skillset of existing workforce to allow for aerial line work to be performed by multiple job titles leading to significant cost savings across Southeast.
♦ Successfully managed and implemented fiber to cell site initiative for the state of S.C. reducing dependance on copper, improving reliability and increasing broadband capacity across the State.

Additional Experience:

Network Manager - Special Services, AT&T, Spartanburg, SC

Network Manager - Installation and Maintenance, AT&T,Spartanburg, SC

Staff Support Manager, AT&T, Spartanburg, SC

Electronics Technician, AT&T, Gaffney, SC

IT Director, Polk County School System, Polk County, NC

Education & Credentials

B.S., Emergency Management
Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC

A.A.S., Electronics Engineering
Isothermal Community College, Spindale, NC

Nano Degree, Data Foundations

Udacity

Nano Degree, Introduction to Programming

Udacity

Nano Degree, Blockchain Developer – in progress

Licenses & Certifications

State Disaster Management Certification, FEMA 2012

NC Electronics Engineering Certificate

NC Electrical Engineering Certificate

AT&T GOLD Trainer certified

Six Sigma Green Belt

AT&T 2021 SPARK Participant

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