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ANDREW P. JOHNSON
13 Roxann Lane · Smyrna, Delaware 19977 · (302) 653-2680
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging position that will capitalize on my extensive background and experience
in municipal, corporate and entrepreneurial positions and that will provide administrative direction, support and an opportunity to contribute to the success of the organization.
PROFESSIONAL
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Progressively responsible municipal and financial management, human resources and entrepreneurial experience.
In-depth knowledge of governmental, retail and
construction industries.
Seasoned, hands-on manager with ability to motivate and develop highly effective staff and line personnel.
Exceptional writing skills with strong ability to
effectively communicate and establish relationships with groups and individuals with highly diverse cultural, socio-economic and professional backgrounds coupled with dedicated civic
involvement.
Excellent leadership and decision-making capabilities.
Strong ability to analyze and comprehend highly technical and complex business and political functions and to develop
and institute appropriate responses, procedures, policies and programs.
FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCE
GENERAL MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
Extensive background in business and municipal management,
directing day to day operations including cost analysis, cash flow, P & L, accounting and financial analysis.
Emphasis on organizational development, operational troubleshooting and
labor proficiency, staff development and labor utilization, information system planning and implementation and public relations.
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Extensive experience as a
staff and labor recruiter at professional and trade levels.
Knowledge of industrial relations, E.E.O., Affirmative Action, O.S.H.A., A.D.A., and D.O.L. regulations, compliance, reporting
requirements and records systems.
Analysis and formulation of personnel management practices, policies and procedures; development of policies and procedures manuals, training manuals
and programs.
Skilled in professional staff recruitment, interviewing, evaluation and development.
EDP AND MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Experienced in the use of computers from mainframe
to p.c.’s, and development implementation of applications and programs for accounting, and decision analysis, production and job costing, database management, word processing, spreadsheet
analysis and other business applications.
CAREER ASSOCATIONS :
HARRINGTON REAL ESTATE COMPANY
Realtor
2009-present
Assist buyers in obtaining there dream home and assisting sellers in obtaining fair
value for their property.
TOWN OF ELKTON · Elkton, Maryland
Assistant Manager/Finance Director 1999-2008
Assist the Administrator with the operations and activities of the municipal.
Chief Financial Officer engaged in budgeting, including long range and capital, financial reporting, utility and tax billings, investments, cash flow, debt service, compliance and
tax reporting. Extensive interaction with elected officials and the public. All financial endeavors related to new forty million dollar waste water treatment plant Key in saving
the town twelve million dollars on the Downtown Re-vitalization.
PRUDENTIAL/EMERSON & CO., REALTORS · Smyrna, Delaware
Realtor 1997-1999
Assist buyers and sellers in the
transfer of real estate.
ANDREW P. JOHNSON
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TOWN OF ROCK HALL · Rock Hall, Maryland
Town Administrator 1996-1997
Chief Administrative officer of a recreational
yachting and fishing community, responsible for the daily
operations and activities of the Town as supervisor of the department heads and implementation of overall
management policy and procedure. Hiring and dismissal of the Town employees. Advises the Mayor and
Council on legislative and policy matters. Performs
such other duties as to promote the efficient
administration and economic growth of the municipal.
TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN ( Middletown, Delaware
Town Manager 1994-1996
Chief
Administrative Officer of the fastest growing community in the state of Delaware, with full management and P & L responsibility for the town. Functions include planning, directing,
organizing and supervising the activities of all departments, offices and agencies. Responsible for assuring the faithful execution of all laws and ordinances, researching and applying
for grants, preparing and submitting reports of accomplishments and financial condition of the municipality. Establish personnel policies, building permits and inspections, contractor
licensing and maintaining a balanced budget.
TOWN OF SMYRNA ( Smyrna, Delaware
Finance Director 1982-1993
Responsible for planning, directing, coordinating,
organizing and supervising the staff of the finance,
management information systems and warehouse operations engaged in accounting, budgets, utility and tax
billings, collections, debt service, investments, public relations, banking relations, data processing and election
functions. Functions included preparing budgets,
financial statements, compliance and tax reports.
Education
University of Delaware ( Newark, Delaware
Graduate College of Urban Affairs and Public Policy Public Administration
WILMINGTON COLLEGE ( Dover, Delaware
Business Administration/Accounting
DELAWARE TECHNICAL COLLEGE ( Dover, Delaware
Business
Administration/Accounting
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
International City Managers Association; Government Finance Officers Association; Delaware/Maryland
Finance Officers Association; Delaware/Maryland Municipal Clerks Association; International Institute of
Municipal Clerks; International Code Council; Nation, State
and Kent County Association of Realtors