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Elyssa Gallegos

Elyssa Gallegos

El Paso,TX

Work History

Administrative Assistant to the Director

City Of Odessa
09.2024 - Current
  • Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions, and distributing meeting notes.
  • Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
  • Fostered a professional atmosphere within the office through diligent organization, consistent punctuality, and adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated smooth operations within the department by acting as a liaison between employees at various organizational levels including executives, peers, subordinates, vendors, and clients alike.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings, and travel.
  • Reduced workload for the director by taking on additional responsibilities such as drafting correspondence, creating presentations, and preparing briefing materials.
  • Managed incoming calls professionally, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel or providing relevant information as needed.
  • Maintained a high level of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive company information or handling personnel matters on behalf of the director.
  • Coordinated internal resources effectively to ensure seamless transitions between tasks delegated by the director during periods of high workload demand.
  • Supported the successful execution of projects by tracking progress, maintaining clear documentation, and reporting updates to the director.

Court Interpreter

National Center for State Courts
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Conducted self-assessment practice exercises for court interpreting
  • Developed glossaries and scoring unit dictionaries
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless communication during mediations, negotiations, and other legal meetings.
  • Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
  • Maintained professional demeanor while interpreting sensitive and emotionally charged content, ensuring unbiased communication between parties.
  • Increased access to justice for limited English proficient individuals by bridging the language gap in various legal matters.

Skills

  • Bilingual interpreting
  • Glossary development
  • Legal terminology

Timeline

Administrative Assistant to the Director

City Of Odessa
09.2024 - Current

Court Interpreter

National Center for State Courts
05.2024 - 09.2024
Elyssa Gallegos