Leighanna Wilkerson
DeFuniak Springs,FL
Summary
Administrative professional with extensive experience in office management and coordination. Expertise in streamlining administrative processes, project management, microsoft office word and excel, supporting team projects, communicating with internal and external affairs, excellent problem-solving, efficient schedule management, and attention to detail. Known for strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and results-driven mindset.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Support Coordinator
CHELCO
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated various events, such as conferences, workshops, and team lunches ensuring smooth execution and attendee satisfaction.
- Served as liaison between department heads and employees, facilitating clear communication channels across the organization.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail through thorough proofreading of documents before distribution.
- Provided top-notch customer service skills when interacting with both internal staff members and external vendors or partners.
- Increased department productivity with proficient use of Microsoft Office applications for document creation, presentation, and analysis purposes during contract review process.
Real Estate Agent
Team Walton Real Estate Professionals
02.2022 - Current
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Educated clients looking to sell or buy on current market conditions, legal requirements, pricing, and mortgages.
- Reviewed and executed confidential documents, contracts and disclosures.
- Negotiated contracts with buyers and sellers to maximize customer savings.
Project Manager
Darrell Miller Construction
01.2019 - 09.2023
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Substitute Teacher
Walton County School District
08.2014 - 05.2022
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Waitress
That Pizza Place
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Northwest Florida State College
05.2022
Associate of Arts -
Northwest Florida State College
05.2017
High School Diploma -
Paxton High School
05.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Project Management
- Hardworking and Reliable
- Schedule Management
- Strategic Planning
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Administrative Support Coordinator
CHELCO
09.2023 - Current
Real Estate Agent
Team Walton Real Estate Professionals
02.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Darrell Miller Construction
01.2019 - 09.2023
Waitress
That Pizza Place
05.2016 - 12.2018
Substitute Teacher
Walton County School District
08.2014 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts -
Northwest Florida State College
High School Diploma -
Paxton High School
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Northwest Florida State College
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