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Mary Jo Giambrone

Client Services Specialist (CSS)
St Cloud ,MN

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in client service and administrative support, notably at Stearns County Human Services. Excelled in conflict resolution and time management, enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Demonstrated adaptability and teamwork, significantly improving document organization and fostering a positive work environment.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Eligibility Specialist

Benton County Human Services
Foley, MN
01.2026 - Current
  • Assisted clients with accurate eligibility form, application and document completion.
  • Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds on application process.
  • Processed and certified documents for accuracy and compliance with government regulations.
  • Engaged wider departments in accurate, timely paperwork completion.
  • Scheduled appointments with applicants to gather information and explain benefits processes.
  • Resolved discrepancies with client applications to verify eligibility.
  • Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance.
  • Reviewed applications for different aid programs and determined which qualification criteria for individuals.
  • Interviewed applicants and explained scope of different available benefits.

Client Service Specialist

Stearns County Human Services
St Cloud, MN
10.2010 - Current

Provides referral, screening and information support services to clients and office and staff support. The position is responsible for resolving client queries and connecting them to resources that best meet their needs and providing a wide variety of office and staff support pertaining to the specialized area of assignment to support the internal department operations. This position is responsible for researching, accessing, and verifying client and case data, and man aging client information by utilizing various client data systems.

Administrative Assistant

Forsythe Appraisals, LLC
St Cloud, MN
07.2002 - 10.2010
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Managed scheduling for executive team, balancing complex calendars to ensure optimal use of time.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.

Assistant Manager

Karmelkorn Shoppe
St Cloud, MN
11.1988 - 07.2002
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.

Education

No Degree - Developmental Needs Assistanct

St Cloud Technical College
St Cloud, MN
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Apollo High School
St Cloud, MN
05.1984 - 05.1989

Skills

Telephone skills

Hard Working

Conflict Resolution

Ability to Multi task

Adaptability

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Communication Skills

Time Management

Self Motivated

Ability to work in a Team

Timeline

Eligibility Specialist

Benton County Human Services
01.2026 - Current

Client Service Specialist

Stearns County Human Services
10.2010 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Forsythe Appraisals, LLC
07.2002 - 10.2010

No Degree - Developmental Needs Assistanct

St Cloud Technical College
05.2001 -

Assistant Manager

Karmelkorn Shoppe
11.1988 - 07.2002

High School Diploma -

Apollo High School
05.1984 - 05.1989
Mary Jo GiambroneClient Services Specialist (CSS)