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Karen Malcolm

Pendleton,OR

Summary

Personable Receptionist successful in leading front desk public relations. Organized and efficient while providing exceptional service to clients.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Receptionist Clerk

Confederated Tribes Of Umatilla
Pendleton, OR
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Maintained mail log for Board of Trustees and the Executive Director.
  • Scheduled conference rooms upon request.

Temp Worker

Confederated Tribes Of Umatilla
Pendleton, OR
01.2019 - 03.2021
  • Offered exceptional customer service to all guests.
  • Adhered to company policies, safety procedures and performance standards.
  • Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
  • Answered telephone promptly
  • Assisted processing general assistance applications
  • Worked in several departments including; enrollment, finance, and office of executive director

Census Enumerator

United States Census
Pendleton, OR
04.2020 - 10.2020
  • Interviewed residents in assigned areas to explain purpose of Census, ask questions and record answers.
  • Visited assigned neighborhoods and knocked on doors to encourage participation in Census.
  • Maintained and submitted records of hours worked, miles driven and expenses incurred to facilitate accurate reporting measures.
  • Met with supervisor to review procedures, report issues or concerns and receive instructions.
  • Leveraged smartphones to record information.
  • Performed field staff duties critical to completing accurate count in hard-to-reach communities.
  • Completed surveys by rechecking contact information before ending each call

Security Officer

Rovers Security
Pendleton, OR
09.2017 - 03.2018
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.

Interim Manager

Confederated Tribes Of Umatilla
Pendleton, OR
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Effectively supervised staff by implementing CTUIR policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Monitored working environment, making sure it was always safe, positive setting for all employees.
  • Provided constructive feedback to workers, which improved morale and boosted efficiency.
  • Filled in where needed whether assisting Head Start teachers, preparing USDA meals for children, or in the office.
  • Developed and administered project budgets.

Family Engagement Specialist

CTUIR
Pendleton, OR
04.2016 - 01.2017
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
  • Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
  • Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Acting supervisor in the absence of the program manager.

Temp Worker

CTUIR
Pendleton, OR
11.2012 - 01.2016

Worked in several departments in this time frame including the Tribal Police (Communications Officer), Day Care (Cook), Cay-Uma-Wa Head Start (Teacher's Assistant.

Certified 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator

Umatilla County Sheriff's Office
Pendleton , OR
09.1991 - 09.2011
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls and radio responses.
  • Read system maps and caller information, and documented details in system.
  • Acting sergeant when needed. Duties included scheduling a 24 hour dispatch center
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Held Advanced Police and Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification
  • Was a field training officer for new hires

Education

Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
06.2010

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, OR
06.1985

Skills

  • Visitor and Customer Relations
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Multi-Line Phone Systems
  • Courteous and Professional
  • Reliable and Punctual
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Scheduling and Calendar Management
  • Multi-line Telephone Systems
  • Mail handling

Affiliations

  • Toastmasters; 2016-Present Served as District Director, Area Director, Club President, Vice-President of Education.
  • American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS.CAN) 2011-present; volunteer lead advocate. A strong nationwide organization that meet with lawmakers to ask for cancer research funding and evidence based health issues.

Timeline

Receptionist Clerk

Confederated Tribes Of Umatilla
03.2021 - 06.2023

Census Enumerator

United States Census
04.2020 - 10.2020

Temp Worker

Confederated Tribes Of Umatilla
01.2019 - 03.2021

Security Officer

Rovers Security
09.2017 - 03.2018

Interim Manager

Confederated Tribes Of Umatilla
01.2017 - 03.2017

Family Engagement Specialist

CTUIR
04.2016 - 01.2017

Temp Worker

CTUIR
11.2012 - 01.2016

Certified 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator

Umatilla County Sheriff's Office
09.1991 - 09.2011

Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement

Western Oregon University

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Blue Mountain Community College
Karen Malcolm