Frances Tucker
Suitland,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Defense Trade Analyst
Department Of State
09.2007 - 12.2022
- Evaluated effectiveness of implemented policies by tracking key performance metrics over time.
- Conducted risk assessments to inform clients of potential obstacles in pursuing specific market strategies.
- Conducted competitive intelligence research by evaluating competitor strategies to anticipate potential threats and capitalize on opportunities for growth within specific industries or regions.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in analyzing trade patterns and trends.
- Participated in industry conferences to stay informed about current developments and share insights with fellow professionals.
Paralegal Specialist
Department Of State
11.1999 - 09.2007
- Maintained an in-depth knowledge and an understanding of the Department of State ethics regulations. These regulations govern all Department of State employees who are in executive schedule positions, members of the senior executive service, serving in an SES position in an acting capacity, members of the senior foreign service, worked with contracting, procurement, administer or monitor grants.
- Supported attorneys and clarified discrepancies on the financial disclosure reports.
- I explained regulations and persuaded officials to take appropriate remedial actions to resolve conflicts.
Legal Instrument Examiner
United States Patent And Trademark Office
07.1992 - 11.1999
- Ensured proper record-keeping and minimized errors by maintaining an organized filing system for all examined legal instruments.
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff members, assisting them in developing their skills as Legal Instrument Examiners.
- Achieved a high level of client satisfaction through careful attention to detail when examining complex legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Enhanced legal document accuracy by meticulously reviewing and analyzing various instruments.
- Reviewed and examined request for Patent Applications that were submitted by applications and their attorney's.
Operations Assistant
Department Of State
05.1989 - 07.1992
- Solved problems timely and effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Managed day-to-day department operations with effective workflow coordination.
- Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
- Supported daily operations by organizing office spaces for maximum functionality and ease of use.
- I reproduced and assembled materials included in the President of The United States briefing and the Secretary of State's morning summary.
- I utilized SADI system to retrieve materials for summaries and reports.
- I distributed both routine and highly classified/ sensitive telegrams.
Secretary/Budget Assistant
Department Of State
02.1986 - 08.1989
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Recorded Time & Attendance in TATEL for 30 plus employees
- Utilized Travel Manager for employees who traveled domestic and abroad.
- Reviewed and Processed Taxi vouchers and other miscellaneous reimbursement vouchers.
Typist Clerk
Department Of Navy
07.1985 - 02.1986
- Strengthened client relationships through professional communication via email, phone calls, or written correspondence when necessary.
- Enhanced document accuracy by meticulously proofreading and editing typed materials before submission.
- Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive company information during typing assignments.
- Expedited data entry processes by efficiently typing information into databases and spreadsheets.
- Accurately typed 80/90 words per minute with no errors.
- Eased workload for supervisors by taking on additional typing tasks during peak periods or staff absences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ballou Senior High
Washington06.1984
Skills
- International Trade Regulations
- Import-Export Compliance
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Data Visualization Tools
Timeline
Defense Trade Analyst
Department Of State
09.2007 - 12.2022
Paralegal Specialist
Department Of State
11.1999 - 09.2007
Legal Instrument Examiner
United States Patent And Trademark Office
07.1992 - 11.1999
Operations Assistant
Department Of State
05.1989 - 07.1992
Secretary/Budget Assistant
Department Of State
02.1986 - 08.1989
Typist Clerk
Department Of Navy
07.1985 - 02.1986
High School Diploma -
Ballou Senior High
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