Vanessa Van Der Meer
Linden,AB
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CAO
Village of Carbon
Carbon, AB
05.2018 - 01.2024
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Oversaw operation of administrative services, finances, contract negotiation, and fulfillment, customer service and marketing.
- Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Monitored operations and reviewed records to understand company performance.
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and systems to ensure efficient operations.
- Utilized document management system (Muniware) to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Oversaw recruitment, hiring, training, performance management, and retention of staff.
- Reviewed contracts and other documents related to procurement activities.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols throughout the workplace.
- Directed all aspects of day-to-day business operations including customer service initiatives.
- Monitored collection, compilation and analysis of divisional financial reporting, approving expenditures pursuant to budgetary parameters and eliminating unnecessary expenses.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Facilitated effective communication between team members at all levels of the organization.
- Ensured compliance with legislative regulations and standards.
- Implemented strategic offerings to enhance Village's suite of products and services.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors providing services to the municipality.
- Collaborated with other CAO's and task forces to address unique concerns.
Councillor/Mayor
Village of Linden
Linden, AB
08.2008 - 10.2022
- Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, community events, and robust feedback system through office staff.
- Met regularly with department heads to review progress on projects and initiatives related to their respective areas of responsibility.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding municipal operations.
- Participated in public forums to discuss current issues affecting the community.
- Collaborated with Village council members to set goals for the municipality.
- Solicited federal funding for local projects and programs.
- Negotiated contracts between municipalities and vendors.
- Collaborated with committees and task forces to address unique concerns.
- Attended meetings with representatives of other cities to compare best practices in urban planning and development.
Manager
SWJ Consulting LTD
Carseland, AB
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Gained product knowledge to assist team members with structuring customer purchase, closing and delivery.
- Verified employee hours worked against timesheets provided by supervisors.
- Resolved discrepancies between payroll records and employee inquiries.
- Updated employee profiles with changes in job titles or salaries as required.
- Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
- Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
Education
First Aid Certification - First Aid
Alberta Red Cross
Carbon, AB06-2023
Pool Operator Level 1 - Pool Operator
AARFP
Alberta Based06-2022
Economic Development - Community Economic And Social Development
CAEP
Kneehill County03-2022
ICS 100,200,300,400 - Alberta Emergency Management
AEMA
Alberta Based01-2022
SDABS - Subdivision Appeal Board Clerk
Municipal Affairs
Coronation02-2021
Elected Officials Education Program Completion - Municipal
Alberta Government
Alberta Based11-2016
Still Enrolled - NACLLA
University of Alberta
Edmonton, ABDEM - Directory of Emergency Management - Emergency Management
AEMA
Three Hills, ABSkills
- Verbal Communication
- Project Planning
- Networking
- Self-Directed
- Recordkeeping
- Problem Resolution
- Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CAO
Village of Carbon
05.2018 - 01.2024
Manager
SWJ Consulting LTD
01.2015 - 04.2018
Councillor/Mayor
Village of Linden
08.2008 - 10.2022
First Aid Certification - First Aid
Alberta Red Cross
Pool Operator Level 1 - Pool Operator
AARFP
Economic Development - Community Economic And Social Development
CAEP
ICS 100,200,300,400 - Alberta Emergency Management
AEMA
SDABS - Subdivision Appeal Board Clerk
Municipal Affairs
Elected Officials Education Program Completion - Municipal
Alberta Government
Still Enrolled - NACLLA
University of Alberta
DEM - Directory of Emergency Management - Emergency Management
AEMA
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