Lori J. Fields
Marysville
Summary
Experienced with administrative support, office management, and coordination of daily activities. Utilizes organizational and multitasking abilities to enhance office efficiency. Knowledge of office software and communication tools, ensuring smooth and effective operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Decedent Affairs Officer
United States Coast Guard
06.2009 - 06.2013
- Managed over 10 decedent affairs cases including the highly visible Coast Guard helicopter CG-6017 crash off the coast of La Push, WA.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Mission support services modernization team member in Seattle, WA. Co-creator of organization chart, drafted business process rules for local customers, oversaw the tracking of over 1100 member records as part of the Coast Guards human resource reporting requirement.
Senior Advisor
USCG SECTOR Puget Sound
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Held in-person discussions with staff of over 125 which resulted in increased knowledge of the needs and concerns of the employees to improve morale and productivity.
- Mentored highly talented staff, which prepared team members for providing exemplary service to clients.
- Managing partnerships, worked with a non-profit organization to create a grant for school-age children of Coast Guard members.
- Demonstrating organizational skills, time management, attention to detail, and the ability to work well on a team, I participated in a promotion panel to review over 100 employee records, resulting in a merit promotion list for the U.S. Coast Guard.
Senior Advisor
Fourteenth Coast Guard District
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Utilizing effective communication skills and support and concern for others, I worked with Ombudsmen in Japan, Singapore, Guam, and Hawaii to ensure that Coast Guard families had the resources and support system they needed during approaching hurricanes and typhoons, a historic 35-day loss of pay due to a government shutdown, and the severe disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Communicated with local family representatives to determine the need for and then leveraged established relationships with non-profit organizations to institute an innovative summer scholarship program.
- Through time management, communication, and organizational skills, coordinated employee recognition programs.
Human Resources Manager
United States Coast Guard
07.2009 - 07.2013
- Provided administrative support, actions, training, and professional development for 30 HR technicians.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
Human Resource Manager
United States Coast Guard Sector Anchorage
07.2007 - 07.2009
- Provided managerial oversight of admin branch in support of 97 personnel in Anchorage, AK: Homer, AK: and Kenai, AK.
- Managed the coordination, preparation, and payment of over $300,000 in travel funds.
- Assist and advise the Sector Commander and Deputy Sector Commander on the impact of existing or proposed policy changes and potential situations pertinent to morale and the general well-being of employees.
- Assist in ensuring that lines of communication, both written and oral, are available to employees.
- Establish a positive command climate that is based on personal respect for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, or national origin.
- Human Resources specialist/generalist in general and personnel administration of compensation benefits, including training and development.
- Provided guidance and advise to senior leadership on the interpretation and consistent application of HR laws and policies.
- Served as an advisor on performance evaluations, counseling and discipline, promotions, and terminations.
Inventory Manager
Stocker Farms
01.2023 - Current
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
- Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
- Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
- Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA12-2014
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Handling Work Stress
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Project Planning
- Persistence
- Leading/Supervision
- Data Analysis
- Strategic planning
- Report preparation
Websites
Timeline
Inventory Manager
Stocker Farms
01.2023 - Current
Senior Advisor
USCG SECTOR Puget Sound
07.2020 - 06.2022
Senior Advisor
Fourteenth Coast Guard District
04.2018 - 07.2020
Human Resources Manager
United States Coast Guard
07.2009 - 07.2013
Decedent Affairs Officer
United States Coast Guard
06.2009 - 06.2013
Human Resource Manager
United States Coast Guard Sector Anchorage
07.2007 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
City University of Seattle