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- 1. 1Matthew R. Mekeel 501 Oriole Lane ¡ñ Polo, IL 61064 ¡ñ gatrz96@hotmail.com ¡ñ (815) 275-6090 SUMMARY: Highly accomplished managerial professional with over 16 years of experience in people leadership and operations management. Organized and motivated leader with the demonstrated ability to consistently follow through to meet the needs of the organization in a confidential manner. Ambitious to be part of the future growth and success of an organization. Highlights of Qualifications ? More than 16 years of experience in leadership, customer service and operations management. Adept at conflict resolution and dealing with confidential matters. ? Strong leader skilled in regulatory compliance, policy development & implementation, budget management & cost control, project management and grant writing. ? Results-oriented and dedicated to driving the vision of the organization forward. ? Strong communication skills; known for building strong working relationships with internal and external partners. ? Expertise in Microsoft Office PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Aramark, Rochelle, IL Route Sales Support, September 2016-Present ? Manages daily route to ensure accurate and timely delivery of product. ? Loads/Unloads product per company policy, procedures and guidelines. ? Takes responsibility of personal safety and safety of others using precautions, proper tools, and equipment to adhere to all safe work practices and policies. ? Monitors customer feedback and handles customer issues in a prompt and courteous manner. Ogle County Court Services, June 1999-March 2016 Focus House, Rochelle, IL Director, 2012 ¨C 2016 ? Managed the operations/multi-million dollar budget of a 36 bed adolescent residential facility (32 employees). ? Coordinated an on-site educational program (13 school employees). ? Implemented the Transitional Living Program with the Department of Juvenile Justice. ? Reported to Director of Court Services, Judiciary, County Board, and Superintendent. ? Professionally handled employee discipline and remediation plans. ? Applied for numerous grant funding opportunities. Associate Director, 2010 ¨C 2012 ? Responsible for supervision of county staff (hiring, training, scheduling & discipline). ? Solid working knowledge of county policy and procedures and ensure compliance. ? Developed a level system for adolescents to earn more outside privileges. ? Directed various staff meetings and professional development. ? Collaboratively resolved crisis situations with professional agencies. Ogle County Probation Department, Oregon, IL Administrative Adult Probation Officer, 2007 ¨C 2010 ? General supervision of probationers (intakes, appointments, phone calls, UA tests, etc.).
- 2. ? Communicated with courts on compliance and/or remedial action when necessary. ? Handled all intrastate/interstate transfers. Adult Probation Officer, June 1999 ¨C 2007 (Rochelle Satellite Office) ? General supervision of probationers (intakes, appointments, calls, drug testing, etc.). ? Corresponded with courts on compliance and/or remedial action when necessary. ? Utilized personal judgment, initiative, and good communication skills to assist probationers in reducing their risk and law violating behaviors. Lee County Probation Department, Dixon, IL Adult/Juvenile Probation Officer, May 1998 ¨C June 1999 ? General supervision of probationers (intakes, appointments, calls, UA testing, etc.). ? Conversed with courts on compliance and/or remedial action when necessary. ? Utilized personal judgment, initiative, and good communication skills to assist probationers in reducing their risk and law violating behaviors. EDUCATION: Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL Bachelor of Science, December 1997 Major in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration Minor in Sociology PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS/TRAININGS: -Polo School District Board Member (2015- Present) -American Heart Association AED/CPR Certified -AOIC Director¡¯s Symposium (2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) -AOIC Probation Officer Basic Training (August 1999) -City of Polo Ward II Alderman (2010-2014) -Food Service Sanitation Certificate -Illinois Probation & Court Services Association (IPCSA) Since 1998 -Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS) -Interstate Compact Offender Tracking System (ICOTS) -Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS) -Level of Service Inventory-Revised (LSI-R) -Oleoresin Capsicum Use (pepper spray)
- 3. References Jamie Craven Rochelle Township High School Superintendent 10576 E. Shagbark Lane Rochelle, IL 61068 (815)561-3500 (work) (815)751-5135 (cell) Honorable Kathleen Kauffmann Ogle County Associate Judge 106 S. 5th St, Suite 303 Oregon, IL 61061 (815)732-1163 (work) (815)761-0804 (cell) Tim Stephenson Retired Jo Daviess County Director of Court Services 330 N. Bench St. Galena, IL 61036 (815)541-5314 (cell) Eric D. Morrow Ogle County State¡¯s Attorney 106 S. 5th St, Suite110 Oregon, IL 61061 (815)732-1170 Ext. 231 (work) (815)218-1029 (cell)