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Work History
Education
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Deanna Martinez-Banda

Gonzales ISD
Waelder
20
years of professional experience

Dynamic Human Resources Clerk at Gonzales ISD with a proven record of effective planning and employee relations. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality. I excel in fostering a positive workplace environment streamlining processes. My proactive approach and strong organizational development abilities drive continuous improvement and enhance team collaboration.

Work History

Human Resources Clerk

1 Year 5 Months
Gonzales ISD | 03.2025 - Current
  • Organized corporate events such as holiday parties, team-building activities and community service projects.
  • Collaborated with other departments on cross-functional initiatives such as recruiting events or wellness programs.
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information at all times.
  • Assist in administering workers' compensation claims including filing paperwork and tracking progress.
  • Assist with development of training materials for staff development workshops.
  • Maintain positive employee relations by answering questions and offering recommendations.
  • Coordinate employee leave options and paid lime off.
  • Meet budget targets through expense monitoring and cost control.
  • Plan and direct financial department workflow.
  • Guide management in defining long- and short -term financial objectives.
  • Maintain accurate coding of staff

Campus Registrar

1 Year 5 Months
Gonzales ISD | 10.2023 - 03.2025
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve issues related to student records and registration.
  • Prepared and distributed paperwork to staff to advance process flow.
  • Retrieved data to populate spreadsheets and databases for use in variety of meetings and forums.
  • Managed confidential student informational compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Updated course catalogs and program descriptions on regular basis.
  • Assisted students in course selection arid scheduling.
  • Maintained accurate records of student enrollment. attendance and academic progress.
  • Coordinated with faculty members to ensure timely submission of grades.
  • Implemented registration procedures for new and returning students.
  • Completed pre-registration encounters for upcoming services to obtain required details in advance.
  • Consulted supervisor. team members and appropriate resources to resolve questions.
  • Provided support in development of academic policies and procedures.
  • Responded to inquiries from prospective students regarding programs. prerequisites.. deadlines, and application processes.
  • Streamlined registrar office operations by implementing new technologies or revising existing processes.
  • Compiled reports on enrollment trends and demographic data.
  • Maintained confidentiality of data by following strict information security protocols.
  • Met records management goals through skilled supervision of administrative staff.
  • Met budget targets through expense monitoring and cost control.
  • Planned and directed financial department workflow.
  • Guided management in defining long- and short-term financial objectives.

Communications

1 Year
Gonzales ISD | 10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Supported internal and external communication projects. encompassing strategic planning and allocation of resources.
  • Managed internal and external communications. including newsletters, press releases. and social media content.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency in messaging and branding.
  • Prepared and edited written materials for diverse audiences, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
  • Organized events such as beginning of year convocation.
  • Maintained favorable perceptions of organizational accomplishments and agenda with influential leadership of communications program.
  • Responded to requests for information from media and designated appropriate spokespeople and information sources.
  • Assisted crisis communications with strategic and level-headed approaches.
  • Coordinated social media communications across all platforms and website pages.
  • Met budget targets through expense monitoring and cost control.
  • Planned and directed financial department workflow.
  • Guided management in defining long- and short-term financial objectives.

Administrative Assistant to Asst. Superintendent

1 Year
Gonzales ISD | 10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Conducted research on various topics as requested by management.
  • Assisted in preparation of monthly financial reports for executive review.
  • Entered data accurately into spreadsheets and databases for record-keeping purposes.
  • Assisted with event planning. including booking venues, arranging catering, and coordinating logistics.
  • Managed daily office operations and maintained organized workspace.
  • Arranged travel accommodations for employees attending conferences or business trips.
  • Prioritized incoming emails and phone calls to ensure timely responses from appropriate personnel.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Prepared meeting agendas. recorded minutes, and distributed documentation to attendees.
  • Collaborated with team members on projects to meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining confidentiality protocols.
  • Proofread documents for grammar, spelling, and formatting errors before distribution.
  • Ordered, dispensed, and organized office supplies for team use.
  • Supported meetings by setting up spaces and taking detailed notes.
  • Handled vendor invoices. verifying coding. reconciling purchase orders and documenting approvals in Skyward Finance.
  • Delivered range of basic and advanced clerical support for daily and special project needs.
  • Compiled records, materials and forms needed to handle different requests.
  • Took direct dictation, read notes, or listened to recordings and transcribed information.
  • Updated tracking spreadsheets with metrics and used data to create charts and reports.
  • Scheduled meetings, trips, and appointments for team and maintained master calendar.
  • Organized and updated file systems. keeping records easily retrievable.
  • Maintained accurate. updated accounts with new transactions and reconciliations.

Human Resources/Public Relations

4 Months
Gonzales ISD | 06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity. alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace.
  • Helped office personnel with errands, paperwork and data entry.
  • Organized files and records and handled other support tasks. freeing up managers to take on more pressing responsibilities.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to bolster strong relationships and build positive experiences.
  • Delivered fast and friendly service to handle questions and service complaints.
  • Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain a friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere.
  • Offered to assist with additional tasks to keep projects on-task and meet tight deadlines.

Admin. Asst. to Director of Federal Programs

4 Years 10 Months
Gonzales ISD | 06.2016 - 04.2021
  • Assisted with event planning. including booking venues. arranging catering, and coordinating logistics.
  • Prioritized incoming emails and phone calls to ensure timely responses.
  • Entered data accurately into spreadsheets and databases for record-keeping purposes.
  • Managed daily office operations and maintained organized workspace.
  • Assisted in preparation of monthly financial reports for executive review.
  • Arranged travel accommodations for employees attending conferencesnd or business trips.
  • Prepared meeting agendas, recorded minutes, and distributed documentation to attendees.
  • Collaborated with team members on projects to meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Coordinated appointments and schedules for executive staff members.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies a placed orders.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining confidentiality protocols.
  • Created and maintained databases used by multiple office members.
  • Compiled records, materials and forms needed to handle different requests,
  • Maintained accurate, updated accounts with new transactions and reconciliations.
  • Updated tracking spreadsheets with metrics and used data to create charts and reports.
  • Delivered range of basic and advanced clerical support for daily and special project needs.
  • Ordered, dispensed, and organized office supplies for team use.
  • Supported meetings by setting up spaces and taking detailed notes.
  • Coordinated logistics for successful conferences, meetings and special events.
  • Organized and updated file systems. keeping records easily retrievable.

Secretary to Director of Special Education

9 Years 4 Months
Gonzales ISD | 12.2006 - 04.2016
  • Maintained advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and common office software.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Established office procedures, priorities, and deadlines.
  • Managed calendars, updated staff schedules and booked travel plans.
  • Operated photocopier and distributed document copies to relevant staff.
  • Used scanner, printer and common office IT equipment.
  • Reorganized filing systems for better efficiency and more streamlined processes.
  • Fielded incoming calls and took detailed messages.
  • Created and maintained calendar events and reminders ensuring team members were aware upcoming appointments, deadlines, and important dates throughout the year, month, week, and day basis respectively.
  • Assisted in preparation of reports, presentations, and spreadsheets using various software programs like Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Prepared and distributed meeting agendas. minutes, and other relevant materials.
  • Maintained up-to-date contact lists of vendors.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for important documents.
  • Collected signatures from authorized personnel when needed submitting forms, contracts, invoices requiring approval signature collection prior to submission completion deadlines.
  • Kept office equipment stocked, operational and ready for use.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for executives and staff members, including booking accommodations, and transportation.
  • Scheduled appointments. meetings. and conferences for management team members.
  • Managed office inventory by tracking supplies levels and placing orders as necessary.
  • Met legal requirements by correctly completing important forms.
  • Delivered range of basic and advanced clerical support for daily and special project needs.
  • Supported meetings by setting up spaces and taking detailed notes.
  • Updated tracking spreadsheets with metrics and used data to create charts and reports.
  • Compiled records, materials and forms needed to handle different requests.
  • Ordered, dispensed, and organized office supplies for team use.
  • Scheduled meetings, trips, and appointments for team and maintained master calendar.
  • Maintained accurate, updated accounts with new transactions and reconciliations.
  • Tracked project deliverables and kept stakeholders informed with regular updates.
  • Located requested information for different topics by conducting physical or digital searches.

Special Education ARD Clerk

4 Months
Gonzales ISD | 08.2006 - 12.2006
  • Managed calendar, scheduled meetings, conferences, and events as needed.
  • Greeted visitors warmly upon arrival.
  • Prepared forms, letters, and reports as requested by management.
  • Filed confidential documents and maintained organized filing systems.
  • Answered phones professionally and directed calls to appropriate staff members or departments..
  • Photocopied important documents to update records.
  • Sorted incoming mail for distribution to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintained accurate records by updating information in all electronic databases.
  • Welcomed and assisted visitors.
  • Received, answered, and responded to telephone calls.
  • Maintained privacy and confidentiality in compliance with policies and regulations.

Education

- General Studies

Southwest Texas State University | San Marcos, TX

- Valedictorian

Waelder High School | Waelder, TX | 05-1995

Skills

Bilingual; Fluent in Spanish
Effective planning
Teamwork and collaboration
Excellent communication
Organizational skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Task prioritization
Self motivation

Affiliations

Texas Associate of School Business Officials (TASBO) - Certified Specialist

Timeline

Human Resources Clerk

Gonzales ISD
03.2025 - CurrentRead More

Campus Registrar

Gonzales ISD
10.2023 - 03.2025Read More

Communications

Gonzales ISD
10.2022 - 10.2023Read More

Administrative Assistant to Asst. Superintendent

Gonzales ISD
10.2021 - 10.2022Read More

Human Resources/Public Relations

Gonzales ISD
06.2021 - 10.2021Read More

Admin. Asst. to Director of Federal Programs

Gonzales ISD
06.2016 - 04.2021Read More

Secretary to Director of Special Education

Gonzales ISD
12.2006 - 04.2016Read More

Special Education ARD Clerk

Gonzales ISD
08.2006 - 12.2006Read More

Southwest Texas State University

from General Studies
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Waelder High School

from Valedictorian
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Deanna Martinez-Banda