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Cheryl Curran

Mount Airy,Maryland

Summary

Experienced administrative professional supporting executives across healthcare and construction sectors. Skilled in office tasks such as accounting and supply management, with a knack for quick adaptation and industry-specific learning. Attention to detail in ensuring smooth high-level management operations. Personable administrative professional dedicated to cultivating positive client, staff and management connections. Highly-developed communicator with outstanding skills in complex problem-solving and conflict resolution. Expertise in resource allocation and schedule management.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Canyon Contracting, Inc.
Mount Airy, Maryland
11.2020 - 05.2024
  • Manage deliveries, calls, and client interactions with a strong emphasis on professionalism
  • Assist Controller, Estimators, Human Resources, Project Managers, and President
  • Support the new hire process by facilitating workplace setup
  • Verify proper maintenance of office equipment
  • Handle accounts payable and ensure accurate monthly entry of financial statements
  • Efficiently scheduled meetings using Outlook Calendar and TEAMS
  • Responsible for payroll and certified payroll processes using Pro Contractor
  • Arrange logistics, including lunch, for various meetings and events
  • Manage Verizon device accounts
  • Maintain MVA registrations and Heavy Hauling Permits for MD/DC/VA
  • Conduct office supply inventory with a keen eye on cost considerations
  • Assist with special projects, events, and perform general office duties as needed.

Project Support Specialist

ASRC Federal (NASA)
Greenbelt, Maryland
11.2019 - 10.2020
  • Supported the Chief Safety and Mission Assurance Officer
  • Played a key role in enhancing divisional operations, contributing to increased efficiency
  • Managed and optimized expenses related to supplies, ensuring cost-effectiveness
  • Created professional and effective correspondence and presentation materials
  • Handled the end-to-end processing of team travel orders, ensuring smooth logistics
  • Conducted daily data analysis and organization using advanced Excel skills, streamlining information for actionable insights.

Administrative Coordinator

Johns Hopkins Healthcare System
Baltimore, Maryland
09.2018 - 10.2019
  • Prepared materials and meticulously organized calendars and conference rooms for meetings
  • Assisted in the preparation and anticipation of meetings, ensuring relevant documents were readily available
  • Maintained organized files for incoming correspondence, managing replies efficiently
  • Coordinated, organized, and successfully implemented a new filing system using Legal Files
  • Monitored emails for meeting requests and special projects, ensuring timely responses and follow-up.

Legal Administrative Assistant to the Chief Counsel

COLA, Inc.
Columbia, Maryland
12.2010 - 08.2018
  • Prepared documents and efficiently handled logistics for quarterly board meetings
  • Produced a comprehensive 300+ page PDF Board Book, ensuring accuracy and clarity
  • Managed day-to-day office operations, including supplies and security card management
  • Coordinated facility needs
  • Processed reports accurately and met tight deadlines consistently
  • Contributed to a collections project, resulting in an increase of $300K in cash flow
  • Implemented initiatives that led to a 40% improvement in office sustainability
  • Provided comprehensive support to the entire office, including the Executive Team and CEO
  • Successfully organized company events, conferences, and training sessions.

Education

General Business -

Howard Community College
01.1995

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Howard Community College

University of Maryland

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • PowerPoint
  • Word
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Slack
  • Skype
  • WebEx
  • Zoom
  • Adobe Pro
  • Canva
  • QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains
  • Sage
  • Invoice Processing
  • Minute Taking
  • Scheduling
  • Database Management
  • Clerical Support
  • Data Entry
  • Expense Reporting
  • Mail handling

Awards

  • Administrative Support Person of the year 2012
  • Various “Bravo” awards from team participation/customer service/collection projects. (COLA, Inc.)

Training

  • Administrative Assistant Conference
  • Business Writing, COLA, Inc.
  • Outlook Tips and Tricks
  • Communication and Listening Skills

Volunteer Experience

  • Bright Pink – Information Booth/Runner: Dirty Girl Mud Run
  • ISD Innovations – Suicide Prevention Software Testing

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Canyon Contracting, Inc.
11.2020 - 05.2024

Project Support Specialist

ASRC Federal (NASA)
11.2019 - 10.2020

Administrative Coordinator

Johns Hopkins Healthcare System
09.2018 - 10.2019

Legal Administrative Assistant to the Chief Counsel

COLA, Inc.
12.2010 - 08.2018

General Business -

Howard Community College

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Howard Community College

University of Maryland
Cheryl Curran