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Ashley Jones

@ashleyjones1

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Versatile communications and program management specialist with 19 years experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that values collaboration and offers opportunities for growth in program management and community development.

I am a versatile and disciplined specialist in communications, grant, research, and program management with over 19 years of experience in the federal sector. My expertise lies in collecting and analyzing information to draw logical conclusions and execute strategic plans effectively. I pride myself on being highly organized and analytical, adept at multi-tasking, meeting deadlines, and implementing processes that streamline operations.

Throughout my career, I have developed strategic relationships with government agencies and overseen grant management duties. My role as a Community Planning and Development Specialist at HUD has allowed me to manage over $1 billion in disaster recovery funds while optimizing technical assistance processes. I have a strong history of enhancing program compliance and maximizing fund utilization, which has contributed to my reputation as a collaborative leader in the field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Community Planning and Development Specialist

Current

Department of Housing and Urban Development

Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 7 months)

Developed comprehensive policy recommendations for HUD, managing over $1 billion in disaster recovery funds. Delivered technical assistance to grantees, optimizing processes and enhancing compliance with program policies.

Policy Development Stakeholder Engagement Compliance Monitoring Data Analysis Community Development Strategic Planning Relationship Management

Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Department of Veteran Affairs

Apr 2014 - Nov 2019 (5 years 7 months)

Led initiatives to enhance VA and HUD programs for veterans, improving program efficiency by 15%. Conducted evaluations to ensure compliance with program requirements.

Compliance Monitoring Community Outreach Program Development Data Analysis Strategic Planning

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Department of Veteran Affairs

Sep 2012 - Mar 2014 (1 year 6 months)

Provided expert analysis on budget preparations and acted as COTR between VA and contractors, ensuring successful implementation of technology solutions.

Contract Management Policy Recommendations Stakeholder Engagement Data Analysis Strategic Planning Communication

Quality Review Analyst

Department of Veteran Affairs

Aug 2010 - Sep 2012 (2 years 1 month)

Managed quality review processes, improving productivity and work quality. Developed training materials and led workshops to enhance understanding of new IT systems.

Quality Assurance Training Development IT Systems Process Improvement Data Analysis Compliance Monitoring Stakeholder Engagement Communication

Certified Veteran Service Representative

Department of Veteran Affairs

Sep 2006 - Aug 2010 (3 years 11 months)

Analyzed complex claims and facilitated outreach programs, achieving a 98% accuracy rate in managing caseloads and increasing veteran enrollment in the eBenefits system.

Outreach programs Data Management Compliance Stakeholder Engagement Program Development Communication Strategic Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Kentucky

Master’s Degree, Counseling

2009 - 2011

Completed a Master’s Degree in Counseling, focusing on various therapeutic techniques and counseling strategies to support individuals in need.

Fort Valley State University

Bachelor’s Degree, English/Technical Writing and Communications

2002 - 2006

Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English/Technical Writing and Communications, emphasizing effective communication skills and technical writing proficiency.