Cindy Tate
Woodford
Summary
History of being an effective team member with full understanding of the underwriting process and team needs. Well-versed in using Excel to create and update tracking spreadsheets. I offer comprehensive background in community-based planning, project management and policy and program development. Proficient Assistant Underwriter successful in preparing documents, answering customer questions and entering data into computer programs. Familiar with ordering supporting reports, completing required documents . Ready to offer years of experience to a challenging position with room for advancement.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
PMM Companies
Rockville, MD
03.2020 - 06.2026
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, enhancing project delivery efficiency.
- Developed and executed strategic project plans aligning with organizational goals and client needs.
- Managed stakeholder communications, ensuring alignment on project objectives and timelines.
- Facilitated resource allocation and budget management to support multiple concurrent projects.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Championed best practices in project management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
Tourism Counselor
Caroline County Economic Department
Ruther Glen, VA
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Entertained tour guests with various props and signs to ensure maximum engagement, fun, and lasting memories.
- Established lasting relationships with local partners, including restaurants, cafes, museums and concert halls, so that travelers could further explore the city on their own.
- Greeted and assisted guests by gathering information pertaining to reservations or requests.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents.
- Managed office operations including communications, mail distribution, supply ordering and inventory control.
- Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phones, routing telephone calls or messages to appropriate staff, greeting the public, typing, proofreading, filing, sorting and handling incoming and outgoing mail.
Fire Inspector
Dept. Of Defense - Fort A.P. Hill
Bowling Green, VA
07.2004 - 07.2017
- Maintained accurate records of customer service calls and inputted all information into the company’s database.
- Reviewed plans from architects and consulted with clients to gain a deep understanding of project plan and objectives.
- Compiled and maintained a variety of departmental documentation including log books, run reports, training records, reports of suspected arson, violations of fire codes or ordinances, firefighter timesheets, accident reports, and “close call” reporting.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Created educational programs regarding life safety and fire prevention.
- Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.
Firefighter
Dept. Of Defense - Fort A.P. Hill
Bowling Green, VA
02.2001 - 07.2004
- Compiled and maintained a variety of departmental documentation including log books, run reports, training records, reports of suspected arson, violations of fire codes or ordinances, firefighter timesheets, accident reports, and “close call” reporting.
- Maintained contact with fire dispatchers in order to notify them of the need for additional firefighters and supplies, or to detail any difficulties encountered.
- Guaranteed there were well-developed safety plans in place for safe and timely evacuations.
- Created educational programs regarding life safety and fire prevention.
- Inspected all equipment following a fire call to ensure that everything was working properly.
Firefighter
Naval Surface Warfare Center
Dahlgren, VA
01.1994 - 02.2001
- Maintained a very strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision making in emergency situations.
- Performed frequent station inspections and drafted reports and plans for issues of importance to the Chief.
- Coordinated fire prevention inspections and pre-plan activities of the department.
- Created educational programs regarding life safety and fire prevention.
- Quickly acted to contain any hazardous chemicals that could catch fire, leak, or spill.
- Took the lead in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding the best way to extinguish a fire.
Firefighter/EMT
Dept. Of Defense - Fort A.P. Hill
Bowling Green, VA
10.1989 - 01.1994
- Accurately completed written and verbal reports on patient care to hospital emergency departments.
- Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents.
- Ensured all fire and life safety systems and equipment were in place at all properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and smoke detectors.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Educated the public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods.
Education
Fire Science
J. Sargent Reynolds
Richmond, Va.High School Diploma -
Caroline High School
Milford, VASkills
- Community relations
- Compliance and regulatory
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Reporting and documentation
- MS Office
- Crisis and emergency communications
- Public safety and security
- Fire protection
- Site inspections
- Municipal codes
- Codes and zoning
- Fire alarm systems
- Written and verbal communication
- Scheduling and planning
- Quality assurance
- Community outreach
Certification
Va. Dept. of Health - Emergency Medical Technician
Va. Dept. of Fire Programs - Fire Investigator II
Fire Inspector III
Fire Officer II
Fire Instructor III
Hazardous Materials Operations
Timeline
Program Manager
PMM Companies
03.2020 - 06.2026
Tourism Counselor
Caroline County Economic Department
05.2018 - 03.2020
Fire Inspector
Dept. Of Defense - Fort A.P. Hill
07.2004 - 07.2017
Firefighter
Dept. Of Defense - Fort A.P. Hill
02.2001 - 07.2004
Firefighter
Naval Surface Warfare Center
01.1994 - 02.2001
Firefighter/EMT
Dept. Of Defense - Fort A.P. Hill
10.1989 - 01.1994
Fire Science
J. Sargent Reynolds
High School Diploma -
Caroline High School
Refrences
Miles Barrick 804-640-7191 1961 Shallow-well Road, Manakin-Sabot, Va. 23103
Jason Satterwhite 804-366-6139 South Main Street, Bowling Green, Va. 22427
Stacy Petry 540-455-3471 10411 Powderhorn Drive, Spotsylvania, Va. 22553