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DaVonna Hytower

Phenix City,AL

Summary

Thorough and steadfast Office Worker with top-notch administrative skills and solid background in administration. Surpass business targets while satisfying diverse customer demands. Independently handle clerical tasks like routing correspondence and coordinating travel arrangements to keep business operations smooth and efficient. Driven and resourceful Administrative professional with experience supporting work of high-achieving General Officers. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Sophisticated and graceful in managing high-volume workloads in rapidly changing environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiter

Pezold Management
Columbus, GA
03.2021 - Current
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
  • Scheduled and conducted 30-50 interviews each week.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
  • Verified applicant references and employment details.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Tracked candidates and pushed for feedback on disqualifications, time-to-fill statistics and other variables.
  • Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.

Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff

Department Of The Air Force
Ramstein, Germany
10.2018 - 11.2020
  • Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency.
  • Carefully transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel within 3-5 minutes of each call.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Orchestrated successful conferences, including associated travel for all speakers and attendees, facilities and support services.
  • Handled all scheduling for Chief of Staff's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
  • Managed Chief of Staff's complex and frequently changing travel arrangements and coordinated pre-planning of trips.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Worked with various organizations to coordinate and complete special projects for the Headquarters.
  • Managed administrative functions, including complex calendar management with focus on proper allocation of executive availability.
  • Managed external contacts for CEO and kept track of periodic communication needed for priority contacts.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Attended meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
  • Encouraged coordination and cooperation among departments and continuous review of interdepartmental processes to support quality control and improvement.
  • Developed highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
  • Supervised staff and participated in hiring, training and performance evaluations to establish and enforce policies and procedures for business functions.

Security Forces Member

United States Air Force Reserves
Joint Base Andrews, Maryland
05.2016 - 11.2018
  • Apprehended and detained suspects, searched persons and property and conducted interviews to gather evidence.
  • Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations.
  • Led, managed and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources.
  • Recruited, trained and equipped friendly forces and conducted raids and invasions on enemy territories.
  • Developed, coordinated and implemented instruction for host nation militaries.
  • Operated and maintained sophisticated communications equipment.
  • Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.

Teller

Burke And Herbert Bank
Alexandria, Virginia
12.2016 - 07.2017
  • Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
  • Promoted products or services to each customer to consistently achieve sales targets.
  • Upheld strict financial controls by keeping funds secure and accurately transferring monies.
  • Checked amount details and fraud markers for transaction papers such as checks and money orders.
  • Completed special procedures for customers such as ordering new checks, stopping payments or investigating identity theft.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.

Administrative Specialist

Imperial Security Guard And Detective Services
Fort Worth, Texas
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
  • Conducted thorough research using diverse resources to assist professional staff with routine and special project tasks.
  • Prepared and distributed team-based communications to foster collaboration and enhance team morale.
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
  • Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Worked on behalf of senior leaders to complete project requirements according to schedules and within budgetary limitations.

911 Emergency Dispatcher

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Harvey, Louisiana
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Routed calls to police, fire and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
  • Answered calls from automatic routing system and took basic information from callers.
  • Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
  • Enhanced productivity by guaranteeing timely emergency response with no service delivery issues.
  • Reduced risks and emergency response issues by observing public safety field units.
  • Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls and radio responses.
  • Automated document flow by ensuring logbooks and fire, accident and emergency reports were maintained with 100% accuracy.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

University Of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, Maryland

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
05.2021 - Current

Skills

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Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Columbus State University
05.2021 - Current

Recruiter

Pezold Management
03.2021 - Current

Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff

Department Of The Air Force
10.2018 - 11.2020

Teller

Burke And Herbert Bank
12.2016 - 07.2017

Security Forces Member

United States Air Force Reserves
05.2016 - 11.2018

Administrative Specialist

Imperial Security Guard And Detective Services
08.2015 - 05.2016

911 Emergency Dispatcher

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
05.2015 - 08.2015

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

University Of Maryland Global Campus
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