Darien A. Blalark
Revere,MA
Summary
A highly motivated and creative team member looking to apply skills and experience in a positive and motivating office environment. 15+ years of experience in customer service, event planning, accounts payable and records management. Strong communication, interprofessional and organizational skills to assist in creating successful solutions. Experience with problem solving/critical thinking and collaborating with others to develop new strategies in an office atmosphere. Ability to multi-task
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Assistant Registrar
MGH Institute of Health Professions
Boston, MA
04.2006 - 08.2021
- Provided daily registrar and administrative services for students, staff and faculty. Responsible for academic record keeping for current and alumni student database, payment for vendor invoices for special projects, committee budget monitoring and daily operations for the degree and certificate programs which included professional licensure/exam processing. Daily interaction with faculty, students and staff regarding course scheduling and collaboration with other departments to create a positive graduate level education experience for student population in preparation for professional career market.
- Event planning of major institute events, working with vendors and outside facilities.
- Payment of invoices related to commencement and other office services through the parent organization’s accounts payable department.
- Collected, evaluated and stored documents securely in permanent records.
- Worked with vendors to obtain quotes, negotiate contracts and handle five (5) shipments per semester.
- Completed semester registration for 1800 students accurately and efficiently.
Administrative Assistant
The Boston Conservatory, Sodexho
Boston, MA
08.2000 - 05.2005
- Interaction with city licensure and building inspection agencies throughout city of Boston regarding facility renovations, upgrades and repairs at the facility.
- Handled billing invoicing and payment completion with contractors and city offices.
- Monitored various rental properties for invoicing/payment and maintenance.
- Responsible for bi-weekly payroll submission for maintenance workforce with parent organization.
- Delegating maintenance responsibilities for work force throughout the campus and rental facilities.
- Managed calendar for General Manager including scheduling of meetings, visitation of potential rental and purchase properties, along with travel and catering arrangements.
- Monitored phone and email correspondence as well as daily communication with school administrators and faculty regarding the managing of maintenance of the facility.
Home Decorator Specialist
Joann Fabrics Saugus
Middleton, Burlington, MA
01.1996 - 01.2005
- Responsible for customer service of home decorating fabrics and consulting.
- Managed inventory of fabrics, notions and accessories.
- Worked closely with customers to create home and business decorating projects.
Education
Partners Healthcare Systems: Microsoft Word and Excel training -
01.0001
MA - Fashion Design/Apparel Patternmaking
Mass College of Art
01.2019
Lansdale School of Business
05.2003
Skills
- Strong problem solver
- Inventory replenishment
- Meeting planning
- Billing and coding
- Mail management
- Professional and mature
- Conflict resolution
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Microsoft Word, Excel
Accomplishments
Developed and maintained the licensure process for health professions graduates to obtain professional licensure and certifications for state and professional agencies. Forged strong relationships with these agencies to ensure a timely receivership of licensure and certification for the graduate.
Timeline
Senior Assistant Registrar
MGH Institute of Health Professions
04.2006 - 08.2021
Administrative Assistant
The Boston Conservatory, Sodexho
08.2000 - 05.2005
Home Decorator Specialist
Joann Fabrics Saugus
01.1996 - 01.2005
Partners Healthcare Systems: Microsoft Word and Excel training -
MA - Fashion Design/Apparel Patternmaking
Mass College of Art
Lansdale School of Business