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Gracia Barr

Laurel,MT

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with strong leadership, communication, management, and problem-solving skills seeking a role as a Human Resources Manager, Executive Assistant, or Office Manager.

Overview

Work History

Executive Assistant and Human Resources Manager

Diversified Transfer and Storage
Billings, MT
  • Effectively prioritized tasks to meet project deadlines.
  • Created comprehensive regulations and guidelines
  • Organized personnel documentation meticulously
  • Consistently exceeded corporate performance standards
  • Reduced overall spending on essential operational items
  • Recruited and interviewed potential staff members
  • Conducted comprehensive orientation sessions
  • Coordinated employee medical benefits enrollment
  • Processed employment verification forms accurately
  • Managed inquiries regarding unemployment insurance
  • Upheld legal standards at all levels
  • Ensured timely responses to queries from vendors and potential clients
  • Validated employee work hours for precise payroll processing
  • Analyzed and delivered data findings to governmental agencies
  • Directed HR operations across three locations
  • Organized and managed complex calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive team.
  • Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
  • Coordinated with internal departments on a regular basis to ensure efficient functioning of day-to-day operations.
  • Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.
  • Developed effective filing systems for easy retrieval of information when needed.
  • Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in developing policies and procedures pertaining to office administration matters.
  • Conducted research on various topics as requested by executives or senior management personnel.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
  • Greeted visitors warmly upon arrival at the office premises.
  • Oversaw inventory control processes ensuring availability of supplies at all times.
  • Answered telephone calls from customers or clients providing assistance where necessary.
  • Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
  • Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.

Office Manager

Four Seasons Insurance Agency
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.

Office Manager

AAA Insurance
Billings, MT
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
  • Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
  • Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
  • Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
  • Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
  • Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
  • Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Interpreted and communicated work procedures and company policies to staff.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Administrator/Owner

Montana Beauty Institute
Billings, MT
  • Developed and implemented school policies and procedures.
  • Created and maintained student databases, records, and files.
  • Organized staff meetings and professional development sessions for faculty members.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop lesson plans for students.
  • Supervised the daily operations of the school office.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, selection, placement, evaluation, and dismissal of personnel.
  • Prepared budgets for school activities and programs.
  • Provided guidance on curriculum design issues to teachers.
  • Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate staff members.
  • Managed scheduling of classes and other academic activities such as assemblies or field trips.
  • Evaluated classroom performance data to ensure that educational standards were being met.
  • Coordinated special projects related to school improvement initiatives.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork or responding to emails.
  • Resolved conflicts between faculty members or students in a timely manner.
  • Implemented strategies for improving student engagement in learning activities.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding health and safety protocols.
  • Maintained accurate financial records related to school expenditures.
  • Created inclusive environment to meet needs of students.
  • Fostered positive school culture and promoted safety and equity for students.
  • Developed and implemented strategic vision and mission for continuous and positive school growth.
  • Aligned curriculum, instruction and assessment tools to support teacher development.

Education

Certification - Cosmetology Educator

The College of Coiffure Art
Billings, MT
09-2007

Certification - Cosmetology

The College of Coiffure Art
Billings, MT
03-2002

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • QuickBooks Desktop Proficiency
  • Operating Systems: Windows, Android
  • Scheduling Program Experience
  • Proficient Typist: 60 WPM
  • Administrative Support
  • Meeting planning
  • Project Oversight
  • Office Management
  • Staff Management
  • Payroll
  • Proper phone etiquette
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • File Organization
  • Strong Problem Solver
  • Executive Support
  • Human Resources Management (HRM)
  • Workers' compensation knowledge
  • Conflict Management

Accomplishments

  • My Cosmetology school was rated the #1 Cosmetology School in Montana and the #4 Vocational School in Montana by the top 50 Vocational Schools organization.
  • I was a finalist in a competition to win a $10,000 scholarship for my school.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Assistant and Human Resources Manager

Diversified Transfer and Storage

Office Manager

Four Seasons Insurance Agency

Office Manager

AAA Insurance

Administrator/Owner

Montana Beauty Institute

Certification - Cosmetology Educator

The College of Coiffure Art

Certification - Cosmetology

The College of Coiffure Art
Gracia Barr