Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Janet Sumner

Colerain

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in risk management and safety program development at R. N. Rouse & Co., Inc. Proven ability in regulatory compliance and effective communication, fostering team collaboration and conflict resolution. Adept at record keeping and policy writing, ensuring organizational success through strategic oversight and adaptability.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Coordinator Occupational Safety & Health

Wayne Community College
Goldsboro
06.2014 - 07.2022
  • Administrative Services, Administrative Executive Assistant.
  • Human Resources Specialist.
  • Coordinator, Occupational Safety and Health

I used general office practices in each position, including using computer programs, scheduling, and coordinating activities for the college.

Effective communication with individuals and with several different departments was required in each position, while maintaining a strong attention to confidentiality.

I oversaw the Safety and Health Committee for the college, first as chairman, and later as coordinator.

Assistant Store Manager

Nahunta Store & Grill
Pikeville
08.2012 - 06.2014
  • Ordered inventory.
  • Supervised grill and store with a small staff.
  • Maintained customer relations with grill and store customers.
  • Planned and implemented arrangements for events (Holiday events, customer appreciation meals).

Vice President of Risk Management

R. N. Rouse & Co., Inc.
Goldsboro
08.1978 - 07.2012
  • Field Cost Auditor / Field Office Administration
  • Estimater
  • Field Office Manager.
  • Safety Director (Instructor, Supervisor)
  • Safety & Risk Manager (Instructor, Supervisor)
  • Vice President of Risk Management (Instructor, Supervisor)

Each position required effective office practices.

Each position required good record-keeping and working with employees.

I was responsible for coordinating meetings, maintaining records, and developing and implementing programs to ensure compliance with government and company guidelines and regulations.

Crop Insurance Clerk (Seasonal Position)

US Department of Agriculture - Federal Crop Ins.
Goldsboro
05.1977 - 09.1977
  • I was responsible for gathering data from local farmers for crop insurance policies.
  • This position dealt with confidential information, utilized good public relations, and required effective communication skills.

Accounts & Title Clerk

B & F Honda of Goldsboro
Goldsboro
03.1976 - 05.1977
  • Part-time account and title clerk.
  • I gained office experience while studying at Wayne Community College.
  • I became familiar with vehicle title work while working with the senior title clerk at the dealership.
  • I worked with an outside auditor, reviewing the accounts and finances for the dealership.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business/Accounting

Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC
05-1977

Charles B. Aycock High School
Pikeville, NC
06-1975

Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management/Safety

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Outreach Training Institute (SE-OTI) - Safety (Construction & General Industry)

NC State University
Raleigh, NC

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Data analysis
  • Safety program development
  • Incident reporting
  • Policy writing
  • Record keeping
  • Effective communication
  • Team building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Confidentiality management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Task prioritization
  • MS office
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Staff management
  • Risk management

Affiliations

Member of Nahunta Friend Church, Pikeville, NC

1. Sunday School Teacher

2. Grounds & Facilities Committee

3. Elder Ministry & Council)

4. Recording Clerk of Monthly Meeting)

5. Planning Committee for construction of Friends Hall

Board Member of (NC) Carolina Star (Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary)

Board Member, Eastern Carolina Safety Council (Vice Chair, Secretary)

Planning Committee Member for the NC State Safety Conference (Construction Division)

Presenter

Member of the Carolinas Associated General Contractors, Safety Committe

Accomplishments

  • James A "Jim" Howell Memorial Safety Professional of the Year (2003)
  • R. N. Rouse & Co., Inc. Employee of the Year (2005)

Certification

  • OTI - Construction 30 and 10 hour Safety Instructor
  • OTI - General Industry 30 and 10 hour Safety Instructor
  • Notary Public
  • Confined Space Instructor
  • First Aid, CPR & AED Instructor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Coordinator Occupational Safety & Health

Wayne Community College
06.2014 - 07.2022

Assistant Store Manager

Nahunta Store & Grill
08.2012 - 06.2014

Vice President of Risk Management

R. N. Rouse & Co., Inc.
08.1978 - 07.2012

Crop Insurance Clerk (Seasonal Position)

US Department of Agriculture - Federal Crop Ins.
05.1977 - 09.1977

Accounts & Title Clerk

B & F Honda of Goldsboro
03.1976 - 05.1977

Associate of Applied Science - Business/Accounting

Wayne Community College

Charles B. Aycock High School

Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management/Safety

East Carolina University

Outreach Training Institute (SE-OTI) - Safety (Construction & General Industry)

NC State University
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