Kara Hadfield
Henderson,NV
Summary
Well-qualified support professional with positive and friendly demeanor. Strong attention to detail, effective communication skills and solid history of tackling diverse and challenging requirements. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Claims Admin Support Specialist
Progressive Casualty Insurance
06.2025 - Current
- Provide administrative support within claims operations while maintaining organized records, documentation, and workflow.
- Use office equipment and computer systems efficiently to complete daily administrative responsibilities and support team operations.
- Manage multiple tasks and quickly switch between priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Communicate effectively with team members and provide professional customer service, including timely follow-up as needed.
- Work collaboratively in a team environment to help ensure tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
12N Horizontal Construction Engineer
United States Army Reserve
04.2019 - Current
- Conduct precision grade stake analysis for alignment and positioning in construction projects.
- Operate heavy machinery for earth leveling and grading and prepare sites through clearing, excavation, and backfilling.
- Work effectively within military teams while maintaining safety, accountability, and mission requirements.
- Deployment: July 2020 – March 2021.
- Deployment: December 2022 – October 2023.
Vacuum Truck Driver
R.P. Weddell & Son
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Operated specialized vacuum trucks to safely transport hazardous and nonhazardous materials while following company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Education
Unit Safety Officer Resident Course -
United States Army
Advanced Leader Course (ALC) – Phase 2 - undefined
United States Army
12-2022
Advanced Leader Course (ALC) – Phase 1 - undefined
United States Army
Henderson, NV11-2022
Basic Leader Course (BLC) - undefined
United States Army
06-2021
12N Horizontal Construction Engineer School - undefined
United States Army
07-2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Foothill High School
Henderson, NV06-2016
Skills
- Error detection
- Tracking and documentation
- Claims Operations Support
- Microsoft windows and office
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking & Time Management
- Customer needs assessment:
- Active listening
- Customer service
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Collaborative team player
- Friendly and patient
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Secret Security Clearance
- Current Army Reserve Service – 12N Horizontal Construction Engineer
Timeline
Claims Admin Support Specialist
Progressive Casualty Insurance
06.2025 - Current
Vacuum Truck Driver
R.P. Weddell & Son
03.2024 - 08.2024
12N Horizontal Construction Engineer
United States Army Reserve
04.2019 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
Foothill High School
12N Horizontal Construction Engineer School - undefined
United States Army
Basic Leader Course (BLC) - undefined
United States Army
Advanced Leader Course (ALC) – Phase 1 - undefined
United States Army
Advanced Leader Course (ALC) – Phase 2 - undefined
United States Army
Unit Safety Officer Resident Course -
United States Army