1. Bridget Mein
111 Mohegan Road
St. Augustine, FL 32086
904-599-2732 (c)
bridget.mein@gmail.com
EDUCATION AND MEMBERSHIPS
• Bachelor of Arts in International Studies, History Minor, Ohio University, Athens OH, November 1996.
• Completed 33 hours towards a Master of Public Administration, UNLV, Las Vegas NV, December 2003
• Lifetime member of Golden Key National Honor Society
• Member of local Toastmasters chapter 2011-2013
• Published three magazine articles in TravelHost New Orleans
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• 20+ years of experience in various business environments
• 25+ years of advanced computer experience consisting of MS Office Suite; Adobe; Quick Books; E-mail; the
Internet; various other software, hardware and peripheral knowledge
• Eight years’ experience with public sector contract negotiating, writing and administration
• Four years’ experience with software system administration
• Proven abilities in multi tasking, problem solving, innovative strategic thinking, conflict resolution, superior
customer service, time management and meeting deadlines on time and on budget
• Able to plan, evaluate, and implement goals and objectives
• Superior communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and analytical skills including organizing and prioritizing projects to successful completion
• Able to maintain high levels of confidentiality and sensitive information
• Able to obtain any desired certification or other educational requirements
• Three published magazine articles illustrate proofreading, editing and writing skills
• Minimum typing speed 55+ WPM
EXPERIENCE
• St. Johns County Purchasing Department
500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Contracts Coordinator, 7/06 to 10/14
• Designed, configured, implemented, and administered the Contract Management Software, including
developing requirements and training for 100 users, reports for 20+ department heads, and ongoing
maintenance for 4 years.
• Prepared contract award recommendations and agenda packages for the BOCC approval for about 25
different procurements per month on average
• Developed and administered 300 average contractual agreements per month and managed the contract
extensions
• Contract administration duties included ensuring contractual compliance regarding scope of work,
schedule, and fees
• Prepared and processed up to 25 bids and RFPs monthly, 25 task orders and change orders per week,
and hundreds of monthly miscellaneous contracts, and contract amendments
• Provided guidance, advice and oversight to County Staff and Department Heads for procurement
processes and contracting documents
• Ensured contracts were in compliance to requirements of Florida Statutes
• Working knowledge of budgeting, accounting system and general ledger codes
• Assisted with developing the Purchasing Policy Manual, which requires conformance and compliance to
applicable Florida Statutes
• Provided project management and contracting support to County staff
• Assisted the director with preparation and execution of the internal operational budget by forecasting and
managing departmental requirements
• Performed related duties necessary to ensure more efficient and effective Department operations
2. • Introduced my new son to the world and spent almost a year at home from 10/05-7/06
• Cingular Wireless
256 SR 312, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Retail Sales Associate, 8/04 to 10/05
• Handled administrative aspects of sales and service to include cash handling, contract administration and
accounts receivable
• Responded to inquiries from the public
• Provided troubleshooting, operational & billing consulting
• Responsible for cash drawer and daily deposits ranging from $500 to $2,000+
• Relocated to St. Augustine from Las Vegas, Nevada 10/03-7/04
• Certegy Check Services
2650 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89102
Sales Service Support / Account Manager, 1/02 to 9/03
• Managed over 300 accounts, consistently exceeded sales quotas and customer service objectives
• Used remote database to research compliance, enter and retrieve information, receive and refer
information and generate reports
• Analyzed and managed over 15 different types of reports to assess risk controls and communicate loss
prevention measures
• Created business correspondence, presentations and proposals
• Performed all aspects of account management, contract administration, service and sales
• Performed risk assessment and assigned risk ratings
• Competitive Components
105 E. Brooks Ave., North Las Vegas, NV 89015
Account Executive, 6/00 to 12/01
• Managed over 300 accounts, consistently exceeded contact quotas and sales quotas
• Developed and maintained over 50 long term, respected client/vendor relationships
• Solid understanding of electronic components, how they operate individually and collectively, their
appearances, and their specifications
• Kyocera Electronics, Incorporated
11465 Johns Creek Parkway, Suite 250, Duluth, GA 30097
Warranty Administrator, 1/99 to 3/00
• Technical knowledge required to identify electronic components, know specifications, and maintain printer
part assemblies and accessories
• Identified printer malfunctioning issues and provided resolutions
• Assisted Accounting Department with reconciliation, billing, collections and accounts receivables
• Successfully trained and supervised employees
• Joe Muggs' Cafe
705 Lyons Road, Centerville, Ohio, 45459 and 3275 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30305
Cafe Manager, 9/97 to 8/98
• Personnel management of 20+ employees including benefits enrollment and consulting, evaluating and
managing staff performance, orientation and training, and managing staff relations.
• Operational management including daily cash settlement, constant legal compliance, promotion of events
and bookkeeping
• Increased café sales 120% in the first 90 days ensuring maximization of a tight budget
• Advertising and marketing responsibilities with a very tight budget to ensure increased sales
• Developed, coordinated and updated an ongoing calendar of special events and promotions
• Developed sales materials and promotional packages
• Created cost allocation plans and managed internal budget
• Implemented all safety and health regulations as required by law
3. • Communication and interaction with Law Enforcement and other government officials required
• Solid knowledge and practice of Federal OSHA Regulations required