Deena Williams
About Deena Williams
Deena Williams is a Development and Modernization Specialist at the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority, where she has worked since 2009. She specializes in ensuring compliance with federal regulations and preparing solicitation packages for construction projects.
Work at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
Deena Williams has been employed as a Development and Modernization Specialist at the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority since 2009. In this role, she focuses on ensuring compliance with federal regulations related to development projects. Her responsibilities include preparing solicitation packages for new projects, attending pre-bid meetings to provide briefings on federal Davis-Bacon regulations, and reviewing payroll reports to ensure adherence to labor laws. Williams plays a crucial role in coordinating with consultants and managing documentation for various projects.
Education and Expertise
Deena Williams studied Accounting at Grossmont College from 1992 to 1993, where she achieved a certificate in the field. Additionally, she attended San Diego City College from 1994 to 1996, although she did not complete her degree there. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in financial principles, which she applies in her current role in development and modernization.
Background in Contract Administration
Prior to her current position, Deena Williams worked as a Contract Administrative Assistant at American Asphalt & Grading for seven months in 2007. In this role, she gained experience in managing contracts and administrative tasks, which contributed to her expertise in compliance and project management in her subsequent roles.
Compliance and Payroll Management
In her current role, Deena Williams ensures compliance with federal labor regulations by manually reviewing and calculating payroll reports for construction projects. She engages directly with workers to address discrepancies and deliver back pay, demonstrating her commitment to fair labor practices. Her attention to detail and understanding of federal regulations are essential to her responsibilities.
Project Coordination and Consultant Management
Deena Williams coordinates with consultants by issuing task orders, managing documentation, and processing invoices. This aspect of her role is vital for maintaining project timelines and ensuring that all parties involved are aligned with the requirements and expectations set forth in the contracts.