Karie Ziska
Robertsdale,AL
Summary
Well-qualified employee with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Accomplished Real Estate Agent skilled at evaluating and marketing investment properties through large scale open houses. Expertly analyzes comparable property, short sale and foreclosure statistics to realize clients' best possible financial return. Well-developed network of real estate professionals, mortgage lenders and inspectors.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Agent
Elite Real Estate Solutions
10.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with stakeholders to complete property sales and purchases.
- Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.
- Collaborated with mortgage companies to accurately determine loan and mortgage options for clients.
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
- Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Conducted weekly open houses and provided feedback to sellers on potential buyers.
- Leveraged market knowledge and analysis to provide guidance and advice on best options for clients.
- Educated clients looking to sell or buy on current market conditions, legal requirements, pricing, and mortgages.
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
- Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to maximize sales and attract new clients.
- Studied property listings, interviewed prospective clients, accompanied clients to properties and discussed condition of sales.
- Developed and presented proposals to clients to raise awareness of potential real estate investments.
- Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
- Performed home evaluations and developed competitive market analysis for individual homes.
Construction Technician
Martin Bartolli & Company LLC
01.2016 - Current
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
Manager of Operations
Small Wonders Preschool & Child Care Center
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Quality Control / Quality Assurance Inspector
Clarke Mobile Gas District
03.1996 - 02.1998
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Created testing protocols to be used across product lines.
- Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
Education
No Degree - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05.2014
Skills
- REO and Foreclosure Specialist
- Client Needs Assessment
- Database Maintenance
- Intuit QuickBooks Expertise
- Mortgage Facilitation
- Financial Eligibility Analysis
- Work Well Independently
- Buying Trends
- Leasing and Sales
- Business Development
- Real Estate Industry Understanding
- Investment Property Expertise
- Property Management
Gardening, Arts & Crafts, Reading
I enjoy fresh vegetables and fruits for my family. The work of making sure the soil is chemically nurturing for each type of individual plant is quite challenging. I live on an acre of land and am currently engaged in raise gardening but am researching hydroponic gardening as well.
The love of creating has always been part of my mind set. I often make wreaths, decoupage and crocheted items for my friends and family.
Reading is fundamental in opening and engaging various things in our world. I actively give myself knowledge on any subject that I am interested in at any given moment! Art is a way of therapy for me, whether its architecture or a vintage piece it always gives me joy.
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
Elite Real Estate Solutions
10.2020 - Current
Construction Technician
Martin Bartolli & Company LLC
01.2016 - Current
Manager of Operations
Small Wonders Preschool & Child Care Center
09.2014 - 01.2015
Quality Control / Quality Assurance Inspector
Clarke Mobile Gas District
03.1996 - 02.1998
No Degree - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
University of South Alabama
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