Teddy Montoya
Program Manager @Denver Department Of Public Health And Environment
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WORK HISTORY
Program Manager @Denver Department Of Public Health And Environment
Denver, CO, US
Administer and oversee a comprehensive tobacco program, combining a compliance and enforcement team with a prevention and education team of 10 FTE and 4-6 on-call youth, ensuring a cohesive and equitable approach to tobacco prevention and control in Denver- Establish program objectives, modify work plans, implement industry standards, and conduct needs assessments to ensure effective operation in compliance with established regulations- Successfully developed and managed program budgets of approximately $2 million, optimized funding sources, created requests for proposals, and effectively negotiated and managed contracts, all within budget constraints- Foster strategic planning, cross-learning, and collaboration among team members, enhancing synergy with departments and agencies such as the City’s Attorney’s Office, Excise and Licensing, Maternal and Child Health, Behavioral Health Strategies, and Food Systems- Gained recognition as a subject matter expert in tobacco control, possessing in-depth knowledge and experience in both compliance and enforcement as well as prevention and education aspects- Leverage subject matter expertise and regulatory expertise to evaluate environmental issues and conduct research where necessary, contributing to informed decision-making in tobacco program management- Monitor and ensure satisfactory performance of contractors and vendors, reviewing and correcting work products, guaranteeing quality, and adherence to program requirements- Built and maintained strong relationships within the community and with relevant agencies, playing a pivotal role in representing the program and contributing to city-wide decisions on tobacco-related environmental issues- Develop and execute policies, procedures, and guidance with a strong focus on promoting equitable and best public health practices.
EDUCATION
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Master's degree
Front Range Community College
Associate of Arts - AA
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Science - BS
ABOUT TEDDY MONTOYA
Proven talent for aligning industry strategy and objectives with established public health program operations and development paradigms to achieve maximum impact with minimum resource expenditure. A results-focused professional who champions innovative solutions to integrate best practices, drive continuous improvement, analyze data, and provide critical insights to inform strategic plans. Exceptionally dedicated professional with keen interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills for the modern healthcare/public health landscape.
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