Elizabeth Donohue
Queens,NY
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in event planning and clerical support, notably with Mayors Alliance. Excelled in fostering community engagement and streamlining operations, showcasing exceptional organizational skills and adaptability. Proficient in MS Office and Google Suite, complemented by a proven track record in enhancing office efficiency and teamwork.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Mayors Alliance
New York, NY
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
Receptionist
AuA Medical School
New York, NY
09.2009 - 12.2011
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
- Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
Receptionist Clerk
Aarons
Charleston, WV
08.1980 - 10.1992
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Education
Bachelor Of Public Administration -
Ashford University
San Diego, CA02.2019
Honors -
Charleston High School
Charleston, WV08.1982
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Computer Skills
- Flexible Schedule
- Relationship Building
- Answering Phones
- Professional Appearance
- Event Planning
- Telephone Etiquette
- MS Office
- Fundraising Events
- Data Entry
- Filing and Recordkeeping
- Documentation And Reporting
- Clerical Support
- Google Suite Proficiency
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Self Motivation
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability
- Team building
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Written Communication
- Documentation proficiency
Timeline
Volunteer
Mayors Alliance
08.2019 - 08.2022
Receptionist
AuA Medical School
09.2009 - 12.2011
Receptionist Clerk
Aarons
08.1980 - 10.1992
Bachelor Of Public Administration -
Ashford University
Honors -
Charleston High School