Jacqui Williams 18306 Hollow Branch Court Cypress TX, 77429 Cell Phone: 832-692-2203
Enthusiastic, self-motivated professional with a history of exceeding goals. Proven ability to learn and excel in an unfamiliar environment. Known as a management team player with a knack for problem solving.
EDUCATION Master of Science Texas A&M University, May 1998
Bachelor of Art Psychology Major, Criminology Minor Millersville University of Pennsylvania, December 1995
EXPERIENCE Ryland Homes Human Resources Manager (5.5 years) April 2002-October 24, 2008 Managed employee relations for over 150 employees at Ryland homes Houston and 10 employees at Ryland Title/Mortgage Recruited, interviewed, and hired new staff Coordinated company wide family events, recognition award meetings, teambuilding activities, and staff development training Created and executed an employee incentive program with Lawrence Marshall for a vehicle give away and with Bass Pro Shop Received employee of the year recognition for various program implementation and success Counseled managers and employees Reported to Division President and worked in conjunction with 16 managers to address employee retention, moral, internal promotions, and performance issues Processed payroll, benefits, stock purchase agreements, 401K, health/fitness reimbursements, and employee status changes Developed and delivered the new hire orientation; retention success resulted in program being implemented in other divisions Managed receptionist, administrator, and office facility day-to-day operations Managed all aspects of division office relocation, furniture purchases, vendors, and facility planning Developed compensation programs for departments and executives Reviewed salaries and schedule performance reviews Oversaw and processed accident reports for over 35 field job sites and customer incidents Managed division OSHA compliance, annual safety training, and deployment of safety equipment
Marketing/Internet Sales Manager Generated new sales with the development and implementation of a direct marketing, business to business, employee discount program (Community Partner Program) generating over $10 million in sales YTD in 2008 Trained 14 Ryland divisions on implementation and development of the Community Partnership sales program and received national recognition for program success. Fostered and managed employee discount partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and other large business including: Continental Airlines, ExxonMobil, HP, CenterPoint, Fluor, Kelsey Seybold, BP America, BMC, JPMorgan Chase, and University of Texas M.D. Anderson Implemented partnerships with 16 local school districts to offer special employee home purchase incentives with donation made back to the school when an employee purchases a Ryland home. Over $24,000 in donations made back to local school districts Executed and developed a Mercedes give-away realtor perks promotion held at Reliant Stadium in conjunction Rylands Houston Texans partnership Presented and implemented a joint marketing partnership with the Grand Prix of Houston to offer event discounts to over 30 Ryland business partners as a value added benefit thru the relationship with Rylands Community Partner Program Worked in conjunction with the Astros and Shadow Creek Ranch on a Ryland Home Give Away promotion held at Minute Maid Park Executed and negotiated contracts for GMAC model home sales Developed and managed the internet central sales department for the Houston division Oversaw 45 sales counselors for effectively managing internet lead distribution and mass email marketing Trained sales team and managed source of sale marketing programs such as Vendor Discounts, Employee Bonus Program, AMLI, Rent with Equity, Francis Properties, and INEST Assisted relocation customers in their new home search Maintained content management system and promotions on Ryland.com Responsible for an annual $360,000 budget for internet key word buys, publications, billboards, radio/tv, and relocation resources
M.A.G.I.C-Computer Staff Recruiters March 2001-April 2002 IT Recruiter Generated $220k in direct contract billings Acquired business by cold calling prospective clients Managed personal statistics and business development Negotiated contracts with new clients Developed personal candidate pool and client base Recruited and interviewed potential candidates
Kaplan Educational Centers June 1998-March 2001 Regional Director of Marketing Executed and designed regional campus and community marketing events Organized tradeshows and attended conferences Negotiated group deals with college campuses and businesses Developed and administered budget for regional programs Hired and trained center level marketing positions within Texas and Louisiana Identified strategic opportunities to promote growth in the region Tracked effectiveness of marketing efforts Coordinated media placement and designed regional media plans Developed and implemented advertising/promotional strategies through e-blasts, ad campaigns, and grass-root marketing resulting in an increased program enrollment by over 100% in various programs
Center and Program Manager Directed day-to-day operations and marketing for a half million-dollar center Managed 24 employees and all customer service issues Marketed, organized, and presented programs for student groups at Texas A&M Oversaw all teacher-related issues including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, and training
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE Texas A&M University, Graduate Assistant September 1996-May 1998 Student Judicial Services Developed and presented training for University Judicial Boards and Residence Hall Staff Prepared and presented outreach programs for faculty, staff, and students Created office marketing materials for campus mass distribution Represented the University as a primary hearing officer Served as advisor to the Residence Hall Judicial Board Athletic Department Executed the Booking with Barone reading program with the University and twenty-two elementary and middle schools Assisted with advising Mens and Womens Track/Cross County and Mens Basketball in the Big XII Conference MSC Fall Leadership Conference, Director of Development Assisted in development of a three-day conference for over 140 delegates Solicited corporate and individual donations
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Dynamic Mind 3 day seminar - Houston, 2008 Center for Creative Leadership Development, 5 day seminar - Colorado, 2006 Certified Mediator, Completed 40 hours of Basic Training - Texas A&M University, 1996 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Seminar - Texas A&M University, 1996
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Spring ISD Board of Directors, Director - Houston, 2007 - Present Katy ISD Partners in Education, Member - Katy, 2007 - Present Aldine ISD Education Partnerships, Member - Houston, 2007 - Present HISD Principal for a Day at Albert Thomas Middle School - Houston, 2007- Present Developed employee donation programs for sponsoring families in need during the holidays and during hurricane season
SKILLS Proficiency in Microsoft office products Experience in project management, sales, and operations Strong inter-personal skills Accustomed to learning and understanding new computer programs quickly
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