Open To Work
Cassie O’Neill
Chattanooga
Summary
Visionary public sector executive with a decade of leadership in managing multimillion-dollar programs and complex operations. Expertise in strategic planning, financial oversight, and program development. Strong operational background in crisis response and cross-sector collaboration, fostering partnerships that enhance animal welfare and humane care standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director, Community Services
Southeastern Tennessee Human Resource Agency (SETHRA)
01.2023 - Current
- Provided executive leadership for $32 million regional agency with 18 programs across 9 counties.
- Directed strategic planning and policy development, enhancing organizational performance and contract management.
- Expanded supportive housing funding by 88%; increased voucher utilization from 78% to 91%.
- Managed daily workflow of personnel, optimizing task assignments and tracking progress for improved efficiency.
- Led team meetings to address program updates, challenges, and collaborative solutions.
- Served as agency liaison to elected officials, funders, and board of directors.
- Assisted in policy development ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Led staff hiring and development initiatives, fostering coaching and building a positive organizational culture.
Manager, Office of Homelessness & Supportive Housing
City of Chattanooga
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Directed one of region’s highest-performing human services divisions, serving over 700 individuals.
- Managed $1.8 million in annual funding to support diverse programs and initiatives.
- Achieved top retention outcomes within TN 500 Continuum of Care.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement city-wide initiatives, enhancing service delivery and community support.
- Oversaw departmental budgets for efficient allocation of city resources.
- Led public meetings to gather community feedback, informing program development and service improvements.
- Established partnership with McKamey Animal Center to ensure humane care for pets of unsheltered individuals.
- Produced accurate and timely reports detailing project activities.
Principal, HUD Compliance Specialist
O’Neill Consulting, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Conducted federal program audits to verify compliance and uphold financial integrity across multiple states.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify compliance vulnerabilities.
- Developed policies and training systems to strengthen agency performance and ensure accountability.
- Developed training materials and conducted sessions for staff on compliance protocols.
Disaster Recovery Grants Administrator
Lexington County, SC
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed $21.7M federal CDBG-Disaster Recovery portfolio.
- Managed grant application processes for community development projects, facilitating funding acquisition and project implementation.
- Oversaw compliance, reporting, and contractor performance to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations.
- Reviewed compliance of grant proposals with federal and state regulations.
- Advised senior leadership on policies governing granting process, aligning strategies with regulatory requirements.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN01-2020
Master of Social Work - Community & Organizational Management
St. Louis University
St. Louis, MO01-2017
Skills
- Community engagement
- Partnership development
- Program evaluation
- Policy development
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management
- Budget oversight
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
• Secured $70M+ in grants across career.
• Led 100+ successful federal audits.
• Built cross-sector partnerships improving client and animal welfare outcomes.
• Developed standard protocols integrating companion-animal support into crisis response.
• Led 100+ successful federal audits.
• Built cross-sector partnerships improving client and animal welfare outcomes.
• Developed standard protocols integrating companion-animal support into crisis response.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteSalary Range
$80000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Assistant Director, Community Services
Southeastern Tennessee Human Resource Agency (SETHRA)
01.2023 - Current
Manager, Office of Homelessness & Supportive Housing
City of Chattanooga
01.2019 - 01.2023
Principal, HUD Compliance Specialist
O’Neill Consulting, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2023
Disaster Recovery Grants Administrator
Lexington County, SC
01.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Public Administration -
University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Master of Social Work - Community & Organizational Management
St. Louis University