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Evangeline Cypher

Stafford

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience at USDA, Food & Nutrition Service, excelling in strategic planning and budget management. Proven track record in enhancing customer relations and driving process improvements. Skilled in team leadership and conflict resolution, fostering a collaborative environment that boosts operational efficiency and staff performance.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Chief, Telecommunications Branch

USDA, Food & Nutrition Service
Alexandria
01.1998 - 11.2023
  • Coordinated team activities to ensure smooth branch operations and customer service.
  • Assisted in developing branch policies and procedures for improved compliance.
  • Supported staff training sessions on operational protocols and customer interaction.
  • Managed scheduling for branch personnel to optimize workflow and coverage.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management on strategic planning initiatives for branch growth.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of branch processes to identify areas for improvement.
  • Supervised team members in their day-to-day duties ensuring accuracy in tasks completed.
  • Developed, implemented and monitored policies, procedures, and standards to ensure efficient operations of the branch.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to facilitate procurement of necessary supplies or materials needed by the branch.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing financial institutions.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the branch including scheduling, staffing, customer relations management, sales activities and inventory control.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers or vendors in order to obtain better rates or terms on purchases made by the branch.
  • Collaborated with other branches within the organization in order to share best practices regarding operations management.
  • Directed staff recruitment efforts and conducted performance evaluations for branch personnel.
  • Provided training on products, services and operational processes to new employees.
  • Monitored budgeting activities and allocated resources to maximize efficiency.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Cultivated relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction with services provided by the branch.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.

Education

High School Diploma -

Potomac Senior High School
Dumfries, VA
06-1984

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Budget management
  • Customer relations
  • Performance evaluation
  • Team leadership
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Staff training
  • Conflict resolution
  • Process improvement
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Market research
  • Project management

Timeline

Branch Chief, Telecommunications Branch

USDA, Food & Nutrition Service
01.1998 - 11.2023

High School Diploma -

Potomac Senior High School
Evangeline Cypher