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Jessica Alkire

Elkins,WV

Summary

Skilled Event Coordinator with over 10 years of comprehensive experience in managing and producing memorable events. Skilled in logistics management, securing permits, and ensuring seamless operations. Experienced in payroll and tax processes, partnering with accountants to ensure precise financial records and monitor bottom-line performance. Adept at managing multiple priorities while delivering results under deadlines.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Admissions Guest Relations Coordinator

Davis and Elkins College
Elkins, WV
11.2023 - Current
  • Planned events, including setup requirements and space reservations.
    Completed work orders for events and menu selections.
    Requested the necessary equipment for event execution.
    Tracked and reported on event outcomes to ensure accountability.
  • Organized Open House events to enhance community engagement and student recruitment.
    Facilitated Leadership & Scholarship programs to promote academic excellence and leadership skills.
    Coordinated College Fairs
    Organized Emerging Leaders event
  • Private Visits: Coordinate with different departments on campus to schedule personal or group visits to potential recruits.
  • Coordinate high school and middle school visits with school faculty and/or counselors.

Legal Assistant

Wilfong Law Office, PLLC
Elkins, WV
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Processed pleadings and documentation with the court clerk to adhere to stringent deadlines.
  • Analyzed data related to cases for use in research or litigation purposes.
  • Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
  • Examined and assessed legal documents, discoveries, and contracts.

- I am no longer with this employer solely due to the supervisor's successful election and appointment to a county judge seat.

Administrative Assistant

Mountain State Forest Festival
Elkins, WV
03.2016 - 03.2022
  • Non Profit
  • Coordinated event logistics, venue scheduling, and accommodations.
  • Managed payments, balances, and registrations across various events.
  • Managed registration, hotel accommodations, and transportation to support effective execution of event activities.
  • Created contracts and invoices for events while overseeing fee collection
  • Collected fees and booked venues for events.
  • Complied with local regulations for events and acquired essential permits.
  • Administered physical and digital files, evaluated spreadsheets, and modified reports to facilitate project materials.
  • Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to prepare for payroll processing.

Administrative Assistant

Elkins-Randolph County Chamber Of Commerce
Elkins, WV
07.2012 - 06.2013
  • Non Profit
  • Supported planning, marketing, and design of business and social events
  • Utilized QuickBooks, Chamber Master, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Constant Contact for various tasks.
    Assisted in recruiting new members to enhance organizational growth.
  • Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to QuickBooks for payroll processing.

Bookkeeper/Account Management

Elkins ON TRAC
Elkins, WV
07.2012 - 06.2013
  • Non Profit
  • Bookkeeping, Account Management with QuickBooks software.
  • Shadowed under ERCC for 2 years

Retail Manager

Kay Jewelers Outlet
Sumter/Columbia, SC
04.2006 - 03.2011
  • Managed accounting and operational functions for $1.15 million repair department and $1.65 million store operations.
  • Recognized with the President's Club status for surpassing $500,000 in personal annual sales.
  • Uphold payroll matrix standards to meet payroll forecast targets.
  • Manages seasonal and prominent sales events, encompassing exclusive Diamond Show events and VIP occasions, highlighting strategic logistical planning and alignment between company and customers.

Retail Manager

New York & Company
Sumter/Columbia/Florence, SC
11.2003 - 03.2006
  • Develops comprehensive knowledge of all sales, credit, loan, administrative, and security policies and procedures.
  • Implement all loss prevention policies, ensuring control and compliance with banking procedures.

Education

Notary

American Association of Notaries
2019

QuickBooks Training

Davis And Elkins College
Elkins, WV
2012

DCA Professional Certificate - Certified Diamontologist

Diamond Council of America
Nashville, TN
2010

Certified in Professional Management Advanced Course - Professional Management

Sterling INC
Columbia, SC
2009

Information Skills/Computers

Randolph County Technical Training Certificate
Elkins, WV
1998

Skills

  • QuickBooks
  • Excel
  • Word
  • Canva
  • Constant Contact

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Admissions Guest Relations Coordinator

Davis and Elkins College
11.2023 - Current

Legal Assistant

Wilfong Law Office, PLLC
03.2022 - 11.2023

Administrative Assistant

Mountain State Forest Festival
03.2016 - 03.2022

Administrative Assistant

Elkins-Randolph County Chamber Of Commerce
07.2012 - 06.2013

Bookkeeper/Account Management

Elkins ON TRAC
07.2012 - 06.2013

Retail Manager

Kay Jewelers Outlet
04.2006 - 03.2011

Retail Manager

New York & Company
11.2003 - 03.2006

Notary

American Association of Notaries

QuickBooks Training

Davis And Elkins College

DCA Professional Certificate - Certified Diamontologist

Diamond Council of America

Certified in Professional Management Advanced Course - Professional Management

Sterling INC

Information Skills/Computers

Randolph County Technical Training Certificate
Jessica Alkire