ALI ZEULNER
Portland,Oregon
Summary
Operations and project professional with expertise in process improvement, technology implementation, and budget management. Proven track record in supporting healthcare initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency through effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Administrative Assistant
Portland Public Schools
Portland, USA
01.2019 - Current
- Manage and track three budgets totaling $4.7 million, including reconciliations, expenditure monitoring, compliance, and reporting to leadership.
- Administer payroll and personnel processes for 59 staff members, maintaining accurate records and resolving routine payroll or staffing issues.
- Prepare and coordinate contracts from initial documentation through review and execution, working with vendors, district offices, and school leadership.
- Reviewed financial and operational information, identified discrepancies or process issues, and coordinated follow-up with staff and district departments to ensure resolution.
- Identify workflow improvements that reduce manual steps, clarify procedures, and improve day-to-day operations.
- Coordinated new technology implementations and provided onsite systems support, troubleshooting issues and facilitating staff adoption of new tools.
Administrative Project Consultant
Oregon Health Leadership Council
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Coordinated project activities, technology implementation, reporting, communications, and administrative operations for a healthcare-focused organization.
- Facilitated implementation and training of technology used statewide at every hospital in Oregon.
- Gathered information from staff and stakeholders, organized project details, and helped turn operational needs into workable processes and documentation.
- Prepared reports, presentations, communications, and other materials for internal and external audiences.
- Executed logistical planning for annual conferences and projects, overseeing vendor relations, budget management, timeline adherence, and logistics.
- Oversaw two organizational websites, ensuring timely content updates, analyzing site performance via Google Analytics, and conducting ongoing maintenance.
Escrow Assistant
LandAmerica Lawyers Title
- Managed and disbursed client funds in accordance with established procedures and compliance requirements.
- Coordinated real estate transactions for clients, lenders, and financial institutions, ensuring documentation and deadlines were met.
- Reviewed transaction information for completeness and accuracy and maintained clear communication throughout the closing process.
- Developed client communication strategies and streamlined internal sales processes to improve transaction flow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Portland State University
PortlandPortland
Certification - Human Relations & Communication
Portland State University
PortlandPortland
Skills
- Process improvement and workflow development
- Project coordination and implementation support
- Office operations and stakeholder communication
- Effective communication and problem resolution
- Team collaboration and stakeholder engagement
- Budget management and payroll administration
- Contracts and vendor coordination
- Financial tracking and reconciliations
Timeline
Principal Administrative Assistant
Portland Public Schools
01.2019 - Current
Administrative Project Consultant
Oregon Health Leadership Council
01.2013 - 01.2019
Escrow Assistant
LandAmerica Lawyers Title
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Portland State University
Certification - Human Relations & Communication
Portland State University