Open To Work
Jo-EIIen M. Staples
Administrative Assistant
Richmond,ME
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced administrative professional prepared for this role with strong background in office management, scheduling, and communication. Skilled in handling multiple tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth operations, and supporting executive teams. Team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs drive consistent achievement of organizational goals. Known for reliability and fostering positive work environment.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Administrative Assistant
Crisis and Counseling Centers
Augusta, Maine
12.2019 - 06.2025
- All administrative duties
- Meeting coordinator/minute recorder
- Procurement
- (Now Kennebec Behavioral Health)
- Part Time (retired)
CEO Executive Assistant
Crisis and Counseling Centers
Augusta, Maine
08.2009 - 12.2017
- 5 Senior Managers
- Meeting coordinator/minute recorder
- Event planning
- Procurement
- Policy/Procedure editor
Various Positions
Maine State Legislature
Augusta, Maine
01.1989 - 02.2006
- Executive Assistant, Assistant Calendar Clerk, Information Office Associate, Help Desk Coordinator, and Committee Clerk
- Committee Clerk: committee receptionist/secretary. Responsible for bills and papers referred to committee.
- Information Office Associate: House/Senate data entry, producing and proofing reports, facilitated confirmation process, organize events.
- Help Desk Coordinator: Coordinated implementation of and then managed the Legislature's help desk.
- Assistant to House Leadership: Coordinated schedules/events, assisted members, staff and the public, creating correspondence for members.
- Assistant Calendar Clerk: Proofed/processed bills/amendments, calendar production and electronic board operation in Senate chamber, researching statues
Education
High School Diploma -
Gardiner Area High School
Gardiner, MaineSkills
- Project Execution Skills: Coordinator, Scheduler, Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant
- Management Skills: Training coordinator, help desk coordinator, property management, budget coordination, procurement, minute recorder
- Relevant Job Skills: Executive Assistant and Administrative Assistant with over 40 years of experience, supervisory skills, proficient in Microsoft Windows Suites, exceptional organization skills, proofreader
- Office administration
- Customer service
- Administrative support
- Microsoft Word
- Computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Listening skills
Accomplishments
- Inventory Management - Managed inventory and office budgeting for supplies for busy office of 150.
- Boosted office productivity by 40% through the implementation of various process enhancements.
- Scheduling - Organized technician schedule for customer jobs.
- Increased office productivity 25% by implementing numerous process improvements.
- Event Planning - Successfully planned and executed corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of 100+ employees.
- Awarded "Employee of the Month" for delivering outstanding administrative support.
- Managed inventory and office budgeting for supplies for busy office of 150 employees.
- Data Entry - Reviewed and updated client correspondence files and scheduling database.
- Coordinated weekly project team meetings and drafted agendas to increase meeting efficiency.
- Travel Planning - Booked heavy domestic and international travel for department of [Number].
Timeline
Crisis Administrative Assistant
Crisis and Counseling Centers
12.2019 - 06.2025
CEO Executive Assistant
Crisis and Counseling Centers
08.2009 - 12.2017
Various Positions
Maine State Legislature
01.1989 - 02.2006
High School Diploma -
Gardiner Area High School