Kenneth Taylor
Catonsville,MD
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grand Secretary
Grand Lodge of Maryland
Cockeysville, Maryland
11.2015 - Current
- Provided administrative support to the office manager and other staff members.
- Organized and maintained executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements and conference calls.
- Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
- Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
- Assisted with special projects or tasks related to departmental functions upon request.
- Created agendas and took minutes during meetings; distributed notes in a timely manner afterwards.
- Managed calendar reminders for upcoming deadlines or events associated with the office.
- Responded to customer inquiries via email or telephone in a polite and professional manner.
- Proofread documents before submission; corrected any errors found in grammar or punctuation.
- Scheduled meetings and sent invitations specifying time and location.
- Assisted with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
- Produced and distributed memos, newsletters and other forms of communication.
- Managed staff calendars and coordinated travel, meeting and hotel accommodations.
- Composed and distributed reports, routine correspondence and meeting notes with job-related software.
- Used voice recorder or notepad to compose and transcribe meeting minutes.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
- Coordinated catering services for various functions, including sales trainings and department meetings.
Independent Fee Appraiser
Self
Baltimore
02.1983 - Current
- Evaluated and analyzed market trends to determine value of real estate.
- Conducted physical inspections of properties to assess their condition.
- Gathered and reviewed pertinent data, such as tax records, deed information, comparables and other relevant documents.
- Researched economic indicators that may influence property values.
- Prepared detailed appraisal reports for clients, including narrative descriptions and statistical analysis of comparable sales data.
- Developed professional relationships with local appraisers, lenders and real estate agents.
- Analyzed zoning regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
- Determined appropriate methods of valuation based on the type of property being appraised.
- Reviewed prior appraisals to identify changes in market conditions or neighborhood dynamics that could affect the value of a property.
- Compiled research materials into comprehensive appraisal reports for review by management team.
- Negotiated fees and terms with clients prior to beginning an assignment.
- Attended seminars, workshops, courses related to real estate appraisal practices.
- Maintained current knowledge of legal requirements affecting appraisals.
- Performed site visits to evaluate land use restrictions or environmental hazards that could impact the value of a property.
- Reviewed existing contracts between buyers and sellers for accuracy and completeness.
- Addressed client inquiries about specific aspects of a property's value.
- Responded to customer concerns and conveyed details about results.
- Provided accurate valuations by assessing current condition, history and unique features.
- Generated comprehensive reports accounting for current state and market conditions.
- Considered important factors such as locations, market values and replacement costs when valuing properties.
- Used strong research skills to improve understanding of local areas and properties.
- Completed field inspections, structural measurements, records reviews and other historical assessments to make accurate judgments.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local market information.
- Maintained up-to-date understanding of trends in sales prices and construction costs to keep assessments accurate and current.
- Utilized data regarding nearby properties to help determine value on property being appraised.
- Completed appraisals according to federal and USPAP guidelines.
- Stayed current with different lender standards and documentation requirements.
- Documented condition of each building by carefully photographing key features.
- Presented and defended values in bid hearings and court proceedings.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MDSkills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Calendar Management
- Payroll Administration
- Office Administration
- Meeting Coordination
- Document Preparation
- Administering payroll
- Report Generation
Certification
- Licensed as Certified Residential Appraiser since 1992.
Affiliations
- My experience in fraternal orders has afforded me decades of experience in planning events, hall rentals and event management. As a member of Catonsville Elks #2323, I was responsible for handling the rentals of our 300 seat facility I handled the contracts, staffing for the events and billing.
- As Grand Secretary for the past nine years, I have had the responsibility of overseeing the general operation of the Grand Lodge rentals as I have been the supervisor of the Ballroom Coordinator for that period of time. I have an intimate knowledge of the operation and the facility.
Timeline
Grand Secretary
Grand Lodge of Maryland
11.2015 - Current
Independent Fee Appraiser
Self
02.1983 - Current
- Licensed as Certified Residential Appraiser since 1992.
High School Diploma -
The Community College of Baltimore County
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