Desiree Gunderman
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Industrious and dedicated administrative professional accomplished in aiding chief executive officers and Board members with consistent and organized practices. Highly adaptable and gifted at managing meeting schedules and minutes, coordinating and evaluating operations, and executing established initiatives with sound judgment and professionalism. Demonstrated ability to analyze, prioritize and complete tasks while facilitating multiple projects simultaneously.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the President & Public Information Officer
Shasta College
Redding, CA
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Serves as liaison for the Superintendent/President and the members of the District Governing Board by responding to requests, clarifying information, resolving problems, explaining District policies and procedures to members of the public
- Provides complex and responsible executive support and confidential assistance relating to collective bargaining issues, staff evaluations, personnel matters, and legal actions; relieves the Superintendent/ President of a wide variety of clerical, technical and administrative detail
- Direct administrative, financial, and operational activities for the Superintendent/President and District Governing Board
- Prepare, assemble, post, and publish District Governing Board meeting agendas, minutes, and reports
- Participates in preparation and administration of program budget(s) and recommendations; allocates funds to proper budget codes; monitors and tracks expenditures
- Represents the college to the public by providing periodic specialized press releases in partnership with Marketing Department staff
- Coordinates and oversees executive functions and events; reviews, updates and informs the Superintendent/President and others of essential timelines
- Foster operational efficiency through effective planning, prioritization, time management, follow-up, and organizational skills for all administrative tasks.
Executive Assistant to the ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT/Vice President (EWD)
Shasta College
Redding, CA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Revise, update, and maintain multiple calendars, scheduling meetings and event logistics
- Schedule and arrange travel for the Vice President and department managers, ensuring all documentation is in compliance with college policy
- Prepare, assemble, and proofread meeting agendas, minutes, publications, and reports
- Maintain detailed records for multiple budget accounts, updating and reviewing spreadsheets and reports for accuracy
- Review incoming invoices and prepare requisitions for approval and payment
- Create and maintain filing and organization systems for records, reports and documents
- Collaborate with internal teams to support marketing, and other routine and special projects for multiple programs
- Participate in frequent communication with administrative team members, human resources and finance department so as to follow proper procedures to support audits.
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President (INSTRUCTION)
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Serve as the information source for the division, managing communication to students, staff and the general public by making phone calls and composing correspondence via email
- Address top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion
- Research and review critical information to confirm accuracy for records, reports and presentations, minimizing errors by demonstrating strong attention to detail
- Prepare, research, and process student petitions and change of grade requests
- Responsible for all aspects of Curriculum Committee activities including review of online courses and electronic curriculum
- Supervise, assign, and monitor the work of part-time staff, coordinating ongoing training to address administrative support staff needs
- Initiate travel arrangements, adhering to the college travel policy and procedures
- Plan and oversee division meetings and events
Human Resources Specialist
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Provide general college and departmental customer service to faculty and staff and the general public regarding new hire, payroll, benefits, deductions and separation information
- Support the Chief Human Resources Officer with administrative duties and special projects
- Assist the Talent Acquisition Coordinator with recruitment and scheduling
- Process new hires including I-9 verification, AZ Reporting, compensation and benefits, direct deposit and tax deduction information
- Process stipend pay, substitutions, proctor and other irregular and regular pay information into the HRIS database
- Process Verification of Employment and Separation of Employment
- Maintain the department inbox and respond professionally to the general public and those within the organization.
Interim Executive Assistant to the President
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Maintain President's calendar and schedule meetings with faculty, staff, students and members of the community
- Prepare District Governing Board meeting packets, agendas, minutes, correspondence and documents
- Arrange travel for President and District Governing Board members and ensure all documentation is submitted for reimbursement
- Review incoming invoices and prepare requisitions for approval and payment
- Coordinate the communication from the President's office to both internal and external audiences
- Schedule and coordinate events on behalf of the Office of the President.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (NURSING)
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ
12.2012 - 11.2018
- Prepare memos, letters, and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, or database software
- Prepare agendas and make arrangements, such as coordinating events and other departmental meetings
- Schedule, support and participate in program information sessions
- Hire, supervise and train other clerical staff and arrange for employee orientation
- Assign work schedules, following work requirements, to ensure quality and timely delivery of service
- Professionally communicate and inform the general public and those within the organization about program requirements both written and verbally
- Analyze department budgeting reports to maintain expenditure controls and consult with Director to ensure that budget adjustments are made in accordance with program changes
- Make travel arrangements for direct supervisor and departmental staff as requested
- Maintain department website, updating program information as needed
- Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, creating requisitions, maintaining records management database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management
Western Governors University
12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - General Business
Arizona Western College
01.2016
Skills
- Office Management
- Business Correspondence
- File/Records Organization
- Document Preparation
- Scheduling Coordination
- Staff Management
- Customer Service
- Information Confidentiality
- Database Management
Professional Development
- Executive Board Member, NexGen Leadership Council, 2019-2021
- District Governing Board Liaison of Classified Employee Association, Arizona Western College, 2020-2021
- Co-Chair of Classified Employee Association, Arizona Western College, 2020-2021
- Tri-Chair of Strategic Planning, Arizona Western College, 2020-2021
- Member of Wellness at Work Committee, Arizona Western College, 2016-2021
- Tri-Chair of AWC Cares Team, Arizona Western College, 2020
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the President & Public Information Officer
Shasta College
07.2022 - 10.2023
Executive Assistant to the ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT/Vice President (EWD)
Shasta College
09.2021 - 06.2022
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President (INSTRUCTION)
Arizona Western College
08.2019 - 09.2021
Human Resources Specialist
Arizona Western College
11.2018 - 08.2019
Interim Executive Assistant to the President
Arizona Western College
11.2018 - 03.2019
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (NURSING)
Arizona Western College
12.2012 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - General Business
Arizona Western College