Open To Work
CHOURINE ELNEUS
Polk State College - Office Manager, SALO
FL
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Office ManagerTranslatorEvent CoordinatorAcademic AdvisorAdministrative Assistant
Work Type
Full TimeContract Work
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Winterhaven, FLFLORIDAPolk County, Florida
Open to relocation:
Yes
4
Languages
1
Certification
11
Years of experience
Detail-oriented office and event management professional with expertise in optimizing administrative operations and coordinating events. Skilled in scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation to enhance productivity. Experienced in logistics and vendor management while delivering exceptional client service. Committed to process improvement and aligning team objectives with organizational goals.
Work History
Office Manager
1 Year 7 Months- Managed administrative operations, including scheduling, logistics, and vendor relationships, ensuring smooth workflows and successful events. Maintained and organized documentation to improve processes and operational efficiency. Trained, mentored, and supervised staff, fostering collaboration, professional development, and high productivity. Coordinated cross-departmental communication, recruitment, and onboarding, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance employee satisfaction. Oversaw office inventory, project timelines, and daily operations to support organizational goals effectively
- Coordinated office operations, ensuring efficiency across administrative tasks and support services.
- Managed scheduling and calendar activities for executive staff, optimizing time management.
- Developed and implemented office policies to improve workflow and compliance with regulations.
Food Pantry Coordinator
3 Years- Coordinated food distribution to ensure timely support for students in need while managing inventory to reduce waste. Trained and supported volunteers to enhance engagement and streamline operations. Partnered with campus and local organizations to expand resources and provide referrals, ensuring students felt respected and supported. Managed pantry budget and inventory to maximize resources for students in need. Coordinated volunteers and food drives to ensure smooth operations and consistent staffing. Increased student awareness through outreach and social media, fostering a welcoming environment while ensuring food safety standards.
- Coordinated food distribution logistics to ensure timely service delivery to community members.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to enhance food pantry resources and outreach efforts.
- Implemented inventory management systems to track stock levels and minimize waste effectively.
Work Study Student
2 Years 11 Months- Managed IDs and coordinated campus events and activities to enhance student services. Promoted available resources through targeted outreach, resulting in increased participation in work-study programs. Trained and supervised seasonal operators and work-study students to support contact center operations. Guided students and families through financial aid options, including grants, loans, and work-study, and helped place students in roles aligned with their academic and career goals
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Translator
1 Year 11 Months- Delivered accurate English-Haitian Creole translations for documents and communications, enhancing cultural clarity and consistency. Partnered with teams and project managers to achieve deadlines and organizational goals while assisting non-native English speakers. Facilitated client satisfaction and access to services, including healthcare, through timely and reliable translations.
- Translated complex documents and communications between English and Haitian Creole to ensure clear understanding.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance cultural accuracy in translated materials.
- Reviewed and edited translations for grammatical correctness and contextual relevance, maintaining high standards of quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
- Dean's List fall, spring & summer of 2024-2025 and Fall 2025-2026
Associate of Arts - Associate of Science, Early Childhood Education An
- Associate of Science, Early Childhood Education and Management
- President, Student Government Associates 2021-2022
- President-Student Government Association 2022-2023
- Elected secretary for Student Government Association, 2019-2020
- Member, Student Activities Board, 2017-2018
- Secretary-SISTERS, 2018-2019
- Secretary-Unite, 2017-2016
- Black Student Secretary, 2016-2018
- Black Student Union Vice President, 2018-2019
- Member-International Circle Club, 2018
- Historian-Pearl of Nation, 2018
- Study Abroad: Spain, Spanish
High School Diploma
- Honor Society Member
- HOSA Member
Skills
Languages - Haitian Creole
English
Spanish (beginner)
Multitasking and organization
Customer support
Document management
Document management
Billing
Bookkeeping
Verbal and written communication
Supply management
Operations management
Staff management
Employee supervision
Staff hiring
Employee training
Time management
Team management
Inventory management
Operations oversight
Customer relations
Clear communication
Recruitment
Administrative management
Staff development
Training and mentoring
Employee development
Team leadership
Event management
Meeting coordination
Team Collaboration
Certification
- Certifies -Child Care Center Management-2023
- Certifies Child Development Early Intervention-2023
- Certifies-Preschool-2023
- Outstanding Leadership & Teamwork: 2020-2023
- Certification: Dealing with a Difficult Boss-2025
- Certification: Having Difficult Conversion-2025
- Certification: Market Research Foundations-2025
- Certification: Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities(APCA)
LANGUAGES
Spanish Professional Working
Haitian Creole Native or Bilingual
English Native or Bilingual
French Limited Working
ACTIVITIES
HOSA (Vice President 2010-2014) Allied Health 3 (Certified 2014) Youth club (Member 2008-2015) Key Club (Member-2014) National Honor Society (Member 2012-2014) Kids Club (Director 2012-2015) VBS (Director 2012-2016) Polk State College Student Active Board (Member 2015-2018) Polk State College Black Students Union (secretary 2016-2018) Polk State College Black Students Union (Vice-President 2018-2019) Polk State College Student Government Association (Jurisprudence 2019-2020) Polk State College SISTERS (Secretary 2019-2020) Polk State College SGA (Secretary 2021-2022) Polk State College Student Government Association (Student Body President 2021-2022) Polk State College Student Government Association (Student Body President 2022-2023) Polk State College Student Government Association (Co-Advisor 2024-current) Polk State SISTERS Club -Advisor(2024-current) Haven Worship Center (Haven Youth Leader 2023-current) HOSA (Vice President 2010-2014) Allied Health 3 (Certified 2014) Youth club (Member 2008-2015) Key Club (Member-2014) National Honor Society (Member 2012-2014) Kids Club (Director 2012-2015) VBS (Director 2012-2016) Polk State College Student Active Board (Member 2015-2018) Polk State College Black Students Union (secretary 2016-2018) Polk State College Black Students Union (Vice-President 2018-2019) Polk State College Student Government Association (Jurisprudence 2019-2020) Polk State College SISTERS (Secretary 2019-2020) Polk State College SGA (Secretary 2021-2022) Polk State College Student Government Association (Student Body President 2021-2022) Polk State College Student Government Association (Student Body President 2022-2023) Polk State College Student Government Association (Co-Advisor 2024-current) Polk State SISTERS Club -Advisor(2024-current) Haven Worship Center (Haven Youth Leader 2023-current)
AWARDS
National Honor Society, May 2012, Certificate of Appreciation, Mount Calvary Haitian Baptist Church - 2007-2013, HOSA Vice President-2013-2014, SGA Multi-cultural Student of the Year Award (2016-2017), SGA Outstanding Student of the Year Award (2018-2019), FCSSGA- FLT Certified (2020)
Timeline
Office Manager
Polk State College - Office Manager, SALO
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Food Pantry Coordinator
Polk State College
01.2021 - 01.2024Read More
Work Study Student
Polk State College
01.2018 - 12.2020Read More
Translator
Compassion Action for Haitians
01.2016 - 12.2017Read More
Lake Region High School
High School Diploma
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Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts from Interdisciplinary Studies
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Polk State College
Associate of Arts from Associate of Science, Early Childhood Education An
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