Open To Work
Janice Schafroth
Penn Foster
Denver,United States
14
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Executive Assistant/Office Manager with expertise in managing complex calendars and coordinating travel logistics. Streamlined office operations and vendor relationships, achieving significant cost savings through effective contract negotiations. Redesigned filing and scheduling systems to enhance efficiency and developed training programs that accelerated new-hire ramp-up. Skilled in planning and executing meetings and events, ensuring polished experiences that strengthen team morale and client engagement.
Work History
Administrative Assistant
7 Months- Completed coursework for Administrative Assistant certification through Penn Foster, an online career development program.
- Completed six-week personal development module and three months of training in administrative procedures, office technology, and professional communication to enhance workplace effectiveness.
- Developed skills in scheduling, records management, document preparation, and virtual collaboration tools to support daily operations.
- Prepared to apply coursework to enhance office efficiency, streamline customer communication, and implement administrative best practices.
Administrative Assistant/Support
4 Months- Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior leadership, including the General Manager (or equivalent department leaders) within the Aerospace and Defense Group, ensuring efficient daily operations in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
- Coordinated complex calendars and meeting room bookings to optimize scheduling for senior leadership.
- Prepared, organized, edited, and distributed professional correspondence, reports, and business documents to enhance communication and support decision-making.
- Maintained organized electronic and physical records and filing systems to facilitate efficient information retrieval and ensure compliance.
- Negotiated contract terms with vendors to secure favorable agreements.
Office Manager
10 Years 1 Month- Managed office operations for high-volume field staff, overseeing payroll, confidential records, scheduling, and vendor relationships to support operational effectiveness.
- Manage complex calendars, schedule and coordinate meetings, events, and conferences (both internal and external), and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts while preparing agendas, materials, and logistics.
- Arrange domestic and international travel itineraries, including accommodation, transportation, and related planning, and process accurate expense reports in compliance with company and applicable government policies by creating travelers' profiles.
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior leadership, including the Vice President and Business Owner (or equivalent department leaders)
- Developed a centralized filing and scheduling system, reducing administrative processing time by 30% and improving document retrieval.
- Designed and implemented onboarding and training programs that reduced new-hire ramp-up time by 40%.
- Coordinated project workflows among clients, field teams, and vendors, ensuring timely delivery and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to cut office supply and service costs by 15-20% annually.
- Resolved customer inquiries through proactive communication, enhancing client satisfaction and contributing to improved retention.
Personal Care Provider
1 Year 9 Months- Delivered compassionate in-home care, aiding clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, and personal hygiene.
- Provided support to clients with personal hygiene and daily living tasks in their homes.
- Monitored client well-being, adhered to care plans, and communicated changes to families and supervisors, enhancing continuity of care.
- Maintained safe, comfortable living environment, fostering client independence and dignity to improve quality of life.
- Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary needs while managing household tasks including cleaning, laundry, shopping, and errands to support overall client wellness.
- Cooked and served meals tailored to each client's specific dietary needs.
- Communicated effectively with families about client status.
Direct Support Professional
1 Year 8 Months- Supervised and facilitated groups of up to five individuals with developmental disabilities, planning and leading daily and off-site activities to enhance social skills and independence.
- Created tailored activity schedules aligned with client abilities to enhance engagement.
- Monitored participant behaviors and incidents to inform ongoing care strategies.
- Maintained accurate participant histories and progress records to support informed care planning.
- Enforced safety procedures to protect clients and staff across all settings.
- Coordinated meals and outings to deliver consistent, person-centered care.
- Communicated effectively with families and staff to enhance support services.
Education
GED
- Earned GED through Colbran Job Corps' residential vocational program, completing hands-on trade in Building and Apartment Maintenance.
- Served as Shop Foreman, supervising peers, coordinating projects, and enforcing safety and quality standards.
- Completed work-study in building and apartment maintenance, performing campus-wide repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Developed strong time-management, teamwork, and critical thinking skills through structured, practical training.
Skills
Office Management
Organizational Skills
Customer Service
Communication
Financial Recordkeeping
Time Management
Onboarding Support
Calendar Management
Microsoft Office Suite
Vendor Management
Policy Implementation
Meeting Coordination
Staff Recruiting
Expense Reporting
Professional communication
Executive Support
Languages
English
Volunteer Experience
Receptionist (ICU Unit Front Desk Volunteer), St. Anthony Hospital North, Federal Heights, CO, 10/94/94, 02/95/95, Volunteered at the front desk of the ICU Unit.
Hobbies and Interests
Generative Web Design (freecodecamp)
Training
Administrative Assistant, Penn Foster, 04/26/26, Present, Pursuing Administrative Assistant certification through Penn Foster (online career development program). Completed a six-week personal development module and three months of career-focused training in administrative procedures, office technology, and professional communication.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant/Support
Moog Inc. Space and Defense
09.2026 - 01.2027Read More
Administrative Assistant
Penn Foster
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Office Manager
Colorado Premier Insulation
11.2015 - 12.2025Read More
Personal Care Provider
Center Home Care
01.2014 - 10.2015Read More
Direct Support Professional
Laradon Hall
04.2013 - 12.2014Read More
Grand Mesa High School
GED
04/2000Read More