Melissa Mejia
Laplace,La.
Summary
Energetic Office Manager equipped to support day-to-day operational functions and accomplish business goals. Blends advanced organizational, technical and business expertise to enhance workflows. Focused on attentively assisting office staff and customers and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager, Transaction Coordinator for Broker
Nola Living Realty
Metairie, LA
10.2021 - Current
- Prepared documents such as purchase agreements, leases and other legal documents related to real estate transactions.
- Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
- Negotiated contracts between buyers and sellers to reach agreement on price and terms of sales.
- Facilitated closing process on behalf of clients and reviewed parts of contracts to resolve issues prior to closing.
- Scheduled home viewings with potential buyers.
- Provided guidance and support throughout the entire purchasing process from initial search through closing.
- Coordinated with appraisers, title companies, lenders, home inspectors and other third parties to ensure a successful closing process.
- Maintained current knowledge of laws governing real estate transactions in order comply with regulations.
- Advised clients on market trends and local real estate conditions, helping them make informed decisions.
- Accompanied buyers during property inspections.
- Researched and determined competitive market price.
- Promoted properties via advertisements, open houses and multiple listing services.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions from start to finish using specialized software programs.
- Assisted clients in obtaining financing options such as mortgages or loans.
- Reviewed inspection reports prior to closing ensuring that all necessary repairs were completed.
- Researched zoning regulations for specific areas when preparing property listings.
Realtor
Nola Living Realty
Metairie, La.
03.2017 - Current
- Prepare documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, seller net sheets & closing documents
- Accompany buyers during visits to & inspections’ of properties, advise them on the suitability and value of the homes with the current market conditions
- Advise sellers on how to make homes more appealing to potential buyers, increasing average selling prices
- Create CMA’s to assist both buyers and sellers in purchasing or selling
- Promote properties through advertisements, open houses, MLS and other online advertising platforms.
Director of Human Resources & Payroll
Metairie Healthcare Center
Metairie, La.
01.2012 - Current
- Responsible for company semi-monthly payroll of 130+ employees
- Input invoices using AHT software
- Handle all related Human Resource paperwork
- Workers Compensation
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Employee vacation
- Short Term Disability
- Management of new employee applications, reference checks & background checks
- Purchase office supplies
- Handling of disbursements & withdrawals of resident trust fund
- Completed assigned duties and tasks for Administrator.
Director of Human Resources, Accounts Payables & Payroll
St. Anthony’s Healthcare & Rehab Center
Metairie, La.
04.2009 - 01.2012
- Responsible for company bi-weekly payroll of 100+ employees
- Input invoices using AHT software
- Match purchased orders with invoices
- Prepared interim aging report for bi-weekly payment of invoices
- Management of new employee applications
- Purchase office supplies
- Oversee Administrative Assistant
- Handling of disbursements & withdrawals of resident trust fund
- Completed assigned duties and tasks for Administrator, Assistant Administrator and Book keeper
- Medical Records
- Assist with answering phone.
Server
Quarter View Restaurant
Metairie, La.
01.2009 - 03.2009
- Greeting and directing guest to assigned tables
- Serving menu cards to customers and getting their orders
- Announcing current menu or daily specials
- Promptly serving food while ensuring quality and accuracy of orders
- Attending to guests throughout their dining experience
- Maintain cleanliness of restaurant
- Delivering bill requests
- Performing other tasks as assigned.
Office Manager
Chiropractic Strategies Group
Kenner, La.
08.2006 - 11.2008
- Clerical duties such as filing, copying and faxing
- Answering phones
- Preparing weekly chiropractic reports
- Ordering office supplies.
Receptionists (part-time)
Evans & Clesi Law Firm
New Orleans, La.
03.2006 - 06.2006
- Greet clients & direct to appropriate lawyers office
- Maintain cleanliness of office and conference room
- Answer Phones
- Sort Mail.
Education
Business Administration -
University of New Orleans
Donaldson Real Estate School
Metairie, LaSkills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access)
- Proficient in Payroll software including Netchex, ADP and IOI
- Expertise in Human Relations and project management
- LUBA
- LDOL
- Accounts Payables
- Resident Trust Fund
- American Healthtech
- WPM 65
- Dementia Training
- Superb written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of Federal and State Employment Law
- Real estate license 2017
- MLS database
- Data Entry
- Administrative Support
- Team Supervision
- Employee Supervision
- Office Management
- Organizational Skills
- Workflow Optimization
- Document Management
- Policy Implementation
References
- Jeff Burch, Administrator, Metairie Healthcare Center, (504) 885-8611
- Eric Hernandez, Broker, Nola Living Realty, (504) 259-7945
Timeline
Office Manager, Transaction Coordinator for Broker
Nola Living Realty
10.2021 - Current
Realtor
Nola Living Realty
03.2017 - Current
Director of Human Resources & Payroll
Metairie Healthcare Center
01.2012 - Current
Director of Human Resources, Accounts Payables & Payroll
St. Anthony’s Healthcare & Rehab Center
04.2009 - 01.2012
Server
Quarter View Restaurant
01.2009 - 03.2009
Office Manager
Chiropractic Strategies Group
08.2006 - 11.2008
Receptionists (part-time)
Evans & Clesi Law Firm
03.2006 - 06.2006
Business Administration -
University of New Orleans
Donaldson Real Estate School
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