Enthusiastic professional with diverse background and continual love of learning. Adept at providing administrative and logistical support for various project. Excellent customer service and conflict management skills, solving problems with compassion, common sense, and critical thinking.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant to the City Manager
City Of Rio Communities
01.2019 - Current
Collaborated with interdepartmental teams on special projects aimed at enhancing city services and addressing community needs.
Streamlined administrative processes by implementing new software tools, improving efficiency within the office environment.
Managed confidential information with discretion, maintaining a high level of trust within the city administration.
Served as a liaison between the City Manager's office and external organizations, fostering positive relationships with other government agencies, businesses, and non-profit groups.
Provided exceptional customer service to residents seeking assistance or information from the City Manager's office.
Assisted in drafting press releases, presentations, and other materials conveying key messages from the City Manager's office to various audiences.
Managed scheduling, correspondence, and logistical arrangements for meetings involving the City Manager and staff.
Coordinated with various departments to ensure timely completion of projects and efficient resource allocation.
Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
Assisted Finance in grant management, including submitting monthly reports, notices of obligation, and reimbursement paperwork.
Worked closely with contractors to review plans, create change orders, problem solve, and attend walk through for all projects.
Designed and established the City of Rio Communities Library and Makerspace.
Transcribed meeting minutes for all public City meetings.
Conducted user research to identify customer needs and preferences for customer-centric designs, frequently hosting townhall meetings for public input.
Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
Obtained permitting for projects.
Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
Produced quality as-builts using Autodesk and Bluebeam.
Overnight Care Giver
El Ranchito De Los Ninos
11.2014 - 08.2015
Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in response to varying client needs during overnight hours, tailoring care plans accordingly.
Collaborated with daytime caregivers to ensure consistency in routines and approaches to client care.
Provided emotional support to clients during nighttime hours, fostering a sense of security and companionship.
Monitored client health and safety, promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies that arose.
Performed light housekeeping duties after the completion of direct care tasks which contributed towards a hygienic living environment.
Office Administrative Assistant
Metal Depots
09.2012 - 07.2013
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Provided quotes for materials.
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Conducted weekly safety meetings.
Co-owner of Small Construction Company
American Built Construction
09.2009 - 05.2012
Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
Cultivated a safe working environment by adhering to workplace safety policies and providing necessary resources for employee wellbeing.
Created and maintained customer-centric culture to drive customer satisfaction and expand customer base.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Education
University of New Mexico -
Associate Degree in Computer Aided Drafting -
University of New Mexico
05.2016
Associate Degree in General Studies -
University of New Mexico
05.2016
Skills
Organizational Leadership
Community Engagement
Policy analysis
Strong Problem Solver/Critical Thinking
Customer Service
Time Management
Staff Motivation
Professional Communication - Verbal and Written
Office Administration
Microsoft Suite, Autodesk, Bluebeam
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Strategic Planning/Coordination
References
Brenda Bevington, 505-348-4000, brenda.bevington@wilsonco.com, Supervisor