Responsible assistant with 12 years of office administrative experience, with the knowledge and skills to prioritize and multi-task, in a fast paced environment. Detail oriented with both strong written and verbal communication skills. Calm and composed in stressful situations with a successful history of problem solving through decisive action and focused solutions. Have the ability to work either independently or in a group to achieve desired goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Employee Resource Center Assistant
University of Connecticut, Department of Human Resources
11.2021 - Current
Handled sensitive and confidential employee information daily with complete discretion and professionalism
Managed the general HR inbox, responding to inquiries and forwarding to the appropriate individual/team if I was unable to assist directly
Successfully coordinated communications between departments, and built strong professional relationships both inside and outside of HR
Created and updated spreadsheets to track and report data
Created and managed calenders for myself and others
Assisted other teams within HR to complete special projects while maintaining deadlines
Provided coverage to other teams within HR due to both expected and unexpected absences
Helped to coordinate and volunteered at various HR events including the Work/Life Expo, Flu Clinic and Employee Appreciation Week activities
Provided PageUp support
Reviewed daily PageUp and SmartHR Transactions reports
Was responsible for reviewing and approving the Fall 2025 dependent tuition waiver applications, ensuring efficient, timely and accurate processing
Conducted job applicant background checks in accordance with University policy and procedures
Oversaw UConn's Minor Protection Program when the MPP Coordinator was out on extended leave
Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person
Maintained HR databases, ensuring accuracy of employee records and timely updates for reporting needs.
Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
Insurance Sales Representative
David M Mazzone Insurance Inc
07.2013 - 03.2021
Followed up with customers to check on changing needs and propose new offerings
Evaluated customer desires and budgetary constraints to pick best policies
Kept thorough records of customer details and previous sales
Pursued continued professional development through insurance workshops, courses and webinars
Engaged customers and provided high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents
Maintained pleasant and cordial attitude at all times, even when issues arose
Communicated with clients by phone and email to answer questions and offer services.
If client issue was unable to be resolved by myself, I was able to quickly and efficiently escalate through appropriate channels
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT
Skills
Verbal and Written Communication
Confidentiality of sensitive information
Appointment scheduling
Attention to Detail
Problem Resolution
Multitasking and time management
Organizational skills
Telephone and email etiquette
Document and file management
Office administration
Database entry
Editing and proofreading
Timeline
Employee Resource Center Assistant
University of Connecticut, Department of Human Resources
11.2021 - Current
Insurance Sales Representative
David M Mazzone Insurance Inc
07.2013 - 03.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
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