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Deidre Howson

Peachtree City,GA

Summary

Dynamic Administrative Assistant with a proven track record at Heritage Hospice, excelling in documentation and reporting. Skilled in time management and effective communication, I successfully organized office operations and facilitated interdepartmental collaboration, enhancing efficiency and ensuring confidentiality. Recognized for developing training materials that empowered staff and improved overall performance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Heritage Hospice
Marietta, GA
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Handled confidential documents per established protocols to uphold security standards.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental communication to enhance collaboration across the organization.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring timely distribution of emails, mail, and packages.
  • Updated contact lists regularly to reflect changes in employee status or information.
  • Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, and presentations as required by management.
  • Oversaw daily office operations and maintained office supplies inventory for optimal workplace functionality.

In Home Color Consultant

Sherwin-Williams
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 05.2020
  • Advised clients on incorporating accent colors into existing designs to enhance aesthetics.
  • Educated customers on current home decorating trends using samples of popular colors.
  • Researched historical color trends for traditional homes and businesses to inform design choices.
  • Identified issues related to uneven paint application due to improper preparation techniques.
  • Assisted clients in selecting colors aligned with individual style preferences and needs.
  • Created detailed color palettes tailored to specific client tastes and project requirements.
  • Coordinated with painters and contractors to ensure optimal coverage during painting projects.
  • Maintained an up-to-date library of swatches from major paint manufacturers.

Staffing Coordinator

All Team Staffing
Atlanta, GA
03.2013 - 08.2014
  • Facilitated orientation sessions for new hires to enhance onboarding experience.
  • Managed recruitment processes, including job postings, interviewing, and candidate selection.
  • Reviewed applicant resumes against job requirements to identify qualified candidates.
  • Scheduled interviews between hiring managers and prospective employees for efficient hiring.
  • Conducted reference checks on candidates as part of pre-employment verification.
  • Monitored temporary staff performance throughout assignments to ensure quality standards.
  • Organized job fairs to promote awareness of open positions within organization.
  • Maintained vendor relationships to source candidates for various job openings.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date employee records, including contact information and job classifications.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Register Nursing

Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA

Skills

  • Time management
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Training and coaching
  • Clerical support
  • Meeting coordination
  • Phone call handling
  • Report development
  • Document control
  • Filing systems
  • Presentation preparation
  • Office administration
  • Supply chain management
  • Excel proficiency
  • Email organization
  • Computer literacy
  • Service sales
  • Problem-solving strategies
  • Employee supervision
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team leadership and development
  • Effective communication skills
  • Critical thinking abilities

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Heritage Hospice
01.2023 - 11.2023

In Home Color Consultant

Sherwin-Williams
01.2015 - 05.2020

Staffing Coordinator

All Team Staffing
03.2013 - 08.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Register Nursing

Southern Crescent Technical College
Deidre Howson