Sample Functional Resume - Transportation Planning
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John A. Doe
4120 CHEVY TRAIL
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN 48111-9626
(111) 111-111
johndoe@abc.com

OBJECTIVE

Experienced and versatile professional with strong systems planning, people, and research skills, coupled with a desire to contribute to meeting the organization's goals, and with the ability to:

• Direct transportation planning & programs
• Manage programs and people
• Anticipate & project for organizational change
• Design & develop cost saving systems
• Administer office operations

EXPERIENCED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS

• Government Guidelines Environmental Impact Mitigation Research
• Urban Planning Geology/ Hydrology Site Evaluations
• Computer Software Tools Scientific/ Business/ Grant Writing Quality Control

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Administering - Lead coordinator for the daily processing of thousands of checks for payment and the mailing of confidential reports, meeting strict deadlines and avoiding late fees.

Problem-Solving - Designed a waste management program involving Recycle Ann Arbor and a major book company, intended for the efficient handling of tons of paper, cardboard, plastic, metal, and glass, achieving net savings of $20,000 per building annually and reducing company disposal obligations.

Managing - Oversaw operations of an expanding research lab, providing expertise, commitment, and quality control during a time of significant transition.

Organizing - Consolidated community awareness information into an effective and easy-to-use pocket guide for Bicycling in Ann Arbor, distributing them throughout the area to promote bicycle safety and ridership.

Calculating - Verified the accuracy of office processes and expenses, eliminating overbilling and cultivating an attitude of quality control among staff.

Creating - Make transportation program literature, maps, and correspondences to politicians and agencies, employing innate abilities and formal training, resulting in program recognition and increased use.

EXPERIENCE

Shepherds Watch
Design and Research Consultant: Design, layout out, and assist in marketing sundials and assorted wearable and garden timepiece for a specialty company.

ACWG
Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals: Collaborate with other alternative transportation people to better develop pedestrian and bicycle-friendly communities.

APBP
Washtenaw Biking and Walking Coalition: Advocate bicycle and pedestrian use, rights and responsibilities.

WBWC
Ann Arbor Bicycle Coordinating Committee: Guide bicycle program, road projects, parking, and facilities to include and encourage bicycle and alternative transportation.

City of Ann Arbor
Research Assistant I: Managed a large and growing science lab
including legal compliance, as well as database and administrative duties.

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Dixboro Oak Preservation
Assisted with road realignment and U of M Botanical Gardens historic oak preservation.

Oakway Realignment Coalition
Assisted with road realignment and historic forest preservation.

EDUCATION

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, Ypsilanti, Michigan
Bachelor of Science, 1994
Major: Biology - Ecosystem/Environmental
Business and Fine Arts Concentrations

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