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Mark Richard Wright

Scotts Valley,CA

Summary

Results-driven professional with a solid background in administrative support, known for enhancing efficiency through effective organization and communication. Experienced in managing multiple tasks and utilizing software tools like Excel and Microsoft Access to streamline operations.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate

Express Employment Professionals
Santa Cruz, California
03.2025 - Current

Live Oak School District

  • Organized files systematically to improve document retrieval speed.

FitAid/LifeAid Beverages

  • Created promotional packets and packaged shipments for effective distribution.

UCSC

  • Arranged furniture to optimize functionality and improve aesthetics.

Robotics Instructor

Brick Lab
Scotts Valley, CA
04.2025 - 10.2025
  • Programmed robots with block-based and Python code, integrating sensors and motors for hands-on learning.
  • Delivered engaging lessons using LEGO SPIKE Prime and Essentials kits to teach robotics and engineering concepts.
  • Designed quick-build robotics projects under 45 minutes to encourage teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking.
  • Managed student groups ages 6-14, adapting instruction to varied skill levels and fostering an engaging learning environment.

Office Coordinator

Redtree Partners LP
Santa Cruz, California
2023 - 02.2025
  • Served as primary contact for internal and external communications, addressing inquiries from tenants, vendors, and employees through calls, emails, and messages.
  • Facilitated team communication by organizing regular meetings and managing internal communication channels.
  • Processed invoices and checks for timely deposits, ensuring accurate financial records.
  • Utilized MRI Angus, AVID and Microsoft Access.

Administrative Assistant

Cal Poly Swanton Pacific Ranch
Davenport, California
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supported Director by scheduling meetings, managing calendar, planning travel, and processing expense reimbursements
  • Managed credit card purchase reconciliation for the Director and additional staff.
  • Processed invoices, invoice payments, and created purchase orders and supplemental orders.
  • Coordinated with staffing agencies and managed on-site temporary workers to ensure operational efficiency
  • Facilitated completion of insurance liability release forms and processed associated data to ensure compliance
  • Assisted facilities manager with maintaining various locations, procuring equipment, Small clean ups, and scheduling/timecards temp worker support

Quarantine/Isolation Program Coordinator

UC Santa Cruz
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Provided comprehensive support through email, phone, and text, coordinating housing, transportation, and dining during students' entire quarantine/isolation stay as primary contact.
  • Coordinates via phone, text, and email with students, via a contactless check-in and check-out of Q/I Housing following all Quarantine/Isolation Protocols
  • Initiated communication with students in need of quarantine/isolation housing. Assessed students understanding of the program and provided clarity.
  • Evaluated situations and recommended actions or referrals, implementing independent action plans to address student needs.

Administrative Assistant

Santa Cruz Metro
Santa Cruz, California
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Coordinated Covid-19 test supplies for employees, ensuring timely access to necessary resources.
  • Maintained excel spreadsheet for tracking data, utilizing Color testing website for accurate reporting.
  • Downloaded surveillance video from MSET, edited for time, and uploaded to internal system.
  • Compiled OSHSA-required weekly statistics memos and distributed in break areas across all buildings.

Sales Support Specialist

Greenhouse System USA
Watsonville, California
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Assisted walk-in customers and processed telephone orders to ensure timely order fulfillment
  • Maintained tool room stock and followed up with vendors on customer orders and in-house stock levels
  • Tracked price and quality variances of vendor commodities due to pandemic supply chain issues to support procurement decisions.
  • Organized and maintained physical and digital files , sorting invoices and purchase orders in a digital database as well as maintaining physical files

Order Management Assistant

Whole Foods
08.2019 - 11.2020
  • Confirmed correct items on passing and shipments via eFax and email for timely processing
  • Audited produce and floral orders from seller invoicing to ensure accuracy
  • Assisted in tracking price/qty variances of vendors and communicated with commodity buyers to resolve any issues
  • Verifying batches of POs for accounting department
  • Organized and filed invoices and purchase orders systematically. and sorting invoices and purchase orders

Estimator

Areias Systems, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Prepared cost estimate adjustments in response to customer plan changes and fluctuations in material or labor availability
  • Determined project costs to inform budgeting using Excel
  • Evaluated expenses for custom designs of high-tech electrical boxes to inform cost management
  • Recording and comparing bids from multiple subcontractors and vendors
  • Utilized Crystal Reports to analyze expenses and track historical pricing trends

Cashier

Aptos Natural Foods
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Processed cash transactions accurately, contributing to customer satisfaction and efficient service.
  • Executed opening and closing procedures to ensure smooth store operations.
  • Maintained and cleaned food prep areas to uphold health and safety standards.

Manager

Village Deli
Capitola
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Managed cash flow to ensure accurate transactions.
  • Executed opening and closing procedures for daily operations.
  • Interacting with vendors weekly, placing orders for inventory
  • Maintained and cleaned food prep areas

Program Analyst

Central Coast Energy Services
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Supervised team members, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. / Human Resources
  • Secured sponsorship for SHORR (Shore, Harbor Outreach, Relief & Restoration Program), facilitating program support.
  • Established partnerships with local food banks, churches, and Santa Cruz County/Capitola state parks to enhance community outreach.
  • Engaged in weatherization safety training and community events.
  • Outreach campaigns for HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) and intake procedures
  • Trained new hires for SHORR program in a classroom setting on safety and company guidelines

Manager

Surf Town Deli
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Facilitated employee recruitment and training processes
  • Implemented and managed a storefront inventory system
  • Performed cash management and reconciliation for transactions

Education

computer science, digital media and photo-journalism

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA
01-2009

Skills

  • Software experience in Excel, Word and Powerpoint, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
  • Also familiar with Macintosh interfaces Adept in public speaking, leadership, team building and employee training and management Personal hobbies include listening to and performing music as well as photography and a general fascination with everything nature

Volunteer Experience

  • Food Church, Felton CA
  • Habitat for Humanity, Santa Cruz/San Jose
  • Sage Productions, worked as a gaffer and doorman for theatrical productions promoting social change

Timeline

Robotics Instructor

Brick Lab
04.2025 - 10.2025

Associate

Express Employment Professionals
03.2025 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Cal Poly Swanton Pacific Ranch
10.2022 - 06.2023

Quarantine/Isolation Program Coordinator

UC Santa Cruz
07.2022 - 09.2022

Administrative Assistant

Santa Cruz Metro
11.2021 - 05.2022

Sales Support Specialist

Greenhouse System USA
01.2021 - 10.2021

Order Management Assistant

Whole Foods
08.2019 - 11.2020

Estimator

Areias Systems, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017

Cashier

Aptos Natural Foods
01.2015 - 01.2016

Manager

Village Deli
01.2013 - 01.2015

Program Analyst

Central Coast Energy Services
01.2011 - 01.2012

Manager

Surf Town Deli
01.2006 - 01.2008

Office Coordinator

Redtree Partners LP
2023 - 02.2025

computer science, digital media and photo-journalism

Cabrillo College
Mark Richard Wright