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Overview
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References
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MELANIE GRIMES

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Assistant: Quality Assurance

JEVS Human Services
09.2023 - Current
  • Complete monthly TANF audits and report findings to the Quality Assurance Director.
  • Enter Licensed counselor notes and hours into JEVS specific database.
  • Accurately monitor, track, and distribute incentives to qualifying Work Ready participants.
  • Created a Distribution Process form to ensure efficiency.
  • Maintain inventory of incentives and coordinate the purchase of incentives on a regular basis.
  • Prepare and transmit incentive paperwork to the finance department.
  • Ensure that all documentation related to the Incentive process is provided, legible, and filed appropriately.
  • Work closely with the Quality Assurance department and Work Ready Staff to ensure incentive paperwork is completed correctly and in full.

Administrative Assistant

American Academic Health System
01.2016 - 04.2019
  • Maintained files and filing, keeping sensitive information confidential
  • Created spreadsheets using advanced formulas and functions to analyze large datasets
  • Provided administrative support to management staff, including scheduling meetings and appointments, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining records
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.

Security Supervisor

US Security Associates
04.2014 - 01.2016

Managed budgets associated with security operations, including purchasing new equipment and supplies as needed

  • Monitored and maintained security systems, including alarms, CCTV cameras, access control systems and other related equipment
  • Created weekly work schedules to meet staffing needs while controlling labor costs
  • Reviewed time sheets, work charts, and wage computations to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Security Dispatcher

US Security Associates
03.2013 - 04.2014

Prepared detailed incident reports to facilitate appropriate follow-up.

  • Utilized excellent communication skills to coordinate security responses to emergency situations
  • Prepared detailed logs documenting all incoming calls, dispatches and responses received from officers.
  • Leveraged two-way radio or telephone to dispatch security officers or other personnel.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
12.2025

High School Diploma - undefined

South Philadelphia HS
Philadelphia, PA
06.2011

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Staff Management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Data Reconciliation
  • Auditing processes

References

  • References available upon request

Certification

  • Certified Adult Mental Health First Aide: 2023-Present

Timeline

Administrative Assistant: Quality Assurance

JEVS Human Services
09.2023 - Current

Administrative Assistant

American Academic Health System
01.2016 - 04.2019

Security Supervisor

US Security Associates
04.2014 - 01.2016

Security Dispatcher

US Security Associates
03.2013 - 04.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of Philadelphia

High School Diploma - undefined

South Philadelphia HS
  • Certified Adult Mental Health First Aide: 2023-Present
MELANIE GRIMES