KIMBERLY LYSELL
Kansas City
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self Employed – Marketing
Heavy Duty Truck Sales
09.2020 - 07.2025
- Produced and maintained master list of trucking companies throughout the USA
- Cold calling numerous trucking companies offering sales/purchasing services
- Follow up calls to companies and maintaining contacts
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Part Time Life and Health Insurance Agent
Five Rings Financial
07.2023 - 06.2025
Events Planning Assistant
Mission Hills Country Club
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintain in-house office calendar of events
- Open and develop event template using Reserve Cloud, generating weekly reports
- Add and edit events throughout planning using Reserve Cloud
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
Business Operations Coordinator - Facilities, Planning & Operations
University of Central Missouri
10.2014 - 09.2020
- Assist in managing daily operations of main office call center consisting of six employees; monitoring incoming calls, emails and walk-in work requests then notifying and dispatching appropriate departmental supervisors/technicians of immediate service needs and entering each into TMA System and other University software, tracking and updating changes as needed
- Created and implemented database of nearly 200 employees/positions in order to track when positions are filled and/or vacant
- Onboarding and assist in training new hires
- Implemented in-processing procedures for new departmental employees, enter employee information in time management system, issue uniforms, organize and maintain FPO employee files, organized and processed annual employee evaluations
- Process purchase orders, and invoices and other expense requests and following through for accuracy and updating changes as needed
- Scheduled and organized departmental meetings, events and travel arrangements
- Monitored and ordered necessary office supplies
- Updated SOPs, updated employee contact list
- Attend hiring events regularly in an effort to fill vacant departmental positions
- Restructured and managed new departmental uniform program
- Manage and monitor budget operations for four FPO departments
- Compile multiple budget reports twice weekly and in-depth budget reports monthly
- Work with outside contractors gathering quotes, invoices and billing to create Purchase Orders for work performed and followed through for any discrepancies
- Implemented and maintain automated billing process for FPO work performed university wide, sending out monthly billing to departments across campus and fielded any questions of said billings
- Trained new hires, providing information, and insight into university/departmental policies and procedures.
- Worked in tandem with peers to better understand university/departmental process in order to initiate improvements.
- Generated reports detailing budget findings.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Legal Assistant
Harris, Harris & Gilbert, L.L.C
09.2012 - 10.2014
- Paralegal to managing partner practicing family law, estate planning and contract law
- Drafted correspondence, various pleadings, estate planning and discovery responses
- Met with clients to review discovery prior to sending to opposing counsel
- Gathered, reviewed and summarized police reports and other materials in preparation for hearings or trials
- Maintained large client database, opening and closing client files
- Transcribed large volumes of dictation such as correspondence, pleadings and other legal documents
- Maintained calendar and court dockets, scheduled hearings, E-filed documents with appropriate courts
- Daily contact with courts, clients and other attorneys
- Prepared and sent out billing invoices to clients
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
Legal Assistant
Johnson County Circuit Court
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Part time legal assistant to Circuit Court Judge
- Transcribed dictation, maintained docket entries from court hearings, drafted correspondence, and answered Judge's chamber phone
Legal Assistant
Bailey & Riddle, L.L.C
11.2003 - 09.2010
- Legal Assistant to two attorneys practicing family law, criminal defense, estate planning, medical malpractice and injuries
- Transcribed dictation, scheduled appointments, arranged travel and maintained calendars for attorneys
- Answered phones and greeted clients
- Drafted legal documents, correspondence to clients and other attorneys
- Maintained over 100 client files
- Daily trip to courthouse to file pleadings and E-filed pleadings when available
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Legal Assistant
McCormick, Adam & Long, L.L.C
08.1999 - 11.2003
- Assistant for senior level attorney practicing primarily insurance defense
- Drafted pleadings, transcribed dictation, correspondence to clients and other attorneys
- Maintained case files
- Scheduled appointments, depositions and hearings, arranged travel when needed and managed attorney's calendar
- Prepared monthly billing statements to insurance company clients
Education
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO12.1993
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Outlook
- Excel
- Customer Service
- Budget reporting
- Calendar Management
- Event Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Administrative Experience
- Proofreading
- Remote office availability
- Recordkeeping
- Troubleshooting
- Microsoft office
- Excellent communication
Certification
Missouri and Kansas Notary
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkPart TimeFull TimeLocation Preference
HybridRemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsPaid sick leavePaid time offWork from home optionHealthcare benefits401k matchWork Availability
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Timeline
Events Planning Assistant
Mission Hills Country Club
11.2023 - 10.2024
Part Time Life and Health Insurance Agent
Five Rings Financial
07.2023 - 06.2025
Self Employed – Marketing
Heavy Duty Truck Sales
09.2020 - 07.2025
Business Operations Coordinator - Facilities, Planning & Operations
University of Central Missouri
10.2014 - 09.2020
Legal Assistant
Harris, Harris & Gilbert, L.L.C
09.2012 - 10.2014
Legal Assistant
Johnson County Circuit Court
06.2011 - 09.2012
Legal Assistant
Bailey & Riddle, L.L.C
11.2003 - 09.2010
Legal Assistant
McCormick, Adam & Long, L.L.C
08.1999 - 11.2003
University of Central Missouri