Summary
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Work History
Education
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Nicole Briscoe

Grants Pass,OR

Summary

Dynamic and collaborative individual, passionate about fostering inclusivity and contributing to a fair and positive work environment. Known for exceeding branch expectation and experienced in trauma informed care and working with all members of our community.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Benefits Specialist

State of Oregon
Grants Pass, OR
09.2023 - Current

Conduct interviews to determine eligibility determinations and redeterminations. Communicate eligibility decisions with a trauma informed approach. Extensive time management and prioritization of tasks to meet deadlines. Contributing to company diversity by ongoing education and inclusive actions. Large amounts of time-sensitive data entry and accurate document review.

Human Services Specialist 1

State Of Oregon
Grants Pass, OR
12.2022 - Current

Created a warm environment by assisting clients from diverse backgrounds with a person centered approach. Used critical thinking to determine appropriate services and resources to meet the clients needs. Scheduled appointments and reviewed documentation for completion. Managed emails, answered incoming phone calls and used multiple computer systems. Stayed flexible to the changing needs of the lobby and workflow.

Virtual Bookkeeping Assistant

Independent Contractor
Grants Pass, OR
01.2019 - Current

Successfully managed multiple high-priority accounts simultaneously by reviewing and synthesizing large volumes of information, maintaining consistent communication with business owners. Consistently met strict deadlines for payroll and accounts payable. Delivered accurate payroll and accounting services even in a fast paced environment that included strict payroll deadlines

Customer Service Professional-Remote

Cambia Health Solutions
Grants Pass, OR
04.2022 - 12.2022

Responded to a large volume of calls from subscribers, healthcare providers, agents/brokers. Addressed concerns with plan specifics, benefit limits and claim payments. Prioritized referrals, processed billing discrepancies and adhered to strict HIPAA confidentiality guidelines. Consistently met performance metrics including average call time and customer satisfaction.

Skin Care Therapist

Aesthetician, Soigne by
Sacramento, CA
01.2018 - 01.2019

Effectively managed scheduling, developed sales and marketing materials and all salon operations. Provided the highest level of customer service to deliver an exceptional client experience. Performed extensive evaluation of customers skin to offer proper treatments and ongoing skin care recommendations. Proficient in Microdermabrasion facials, glycolic peels & high frequency treatments.

Aesthetician/Skin Care Therapist

Independent Contractor
Sacramento, CA
06.2009 - 12.2017

Licensed Esthetician using a customer-focused approach to connect with a diverse customer base. Focused on Holistic skincare and product ingredient education. Offering custom with skin care treatments to address individual client concerns. Managed client scheduling, accounting and business marketing. Maintained a strict sanitation protocol ensuring compliance with health regulations. Participated in ongoing education to stay current on industry trends.

Administrative Assistant

Stanford Home for Children
Sacramento, CA
02.2008 - 09.2008

Coordinated schedules, organized company meetings, conferences and family interviews. Participated in a high volume of community outreach to develop fundraising events. Responded to company interactions including walk-ins, phone calls and emails from customers with culturally diverse backgrounds. Processed sensitive information with discretion. Served as a liaison between internal departments.

Office Manager/Personal Assistant

Jet Red Equipment Repair
Citrus Heights, CA
09.2006 - 02.2008

Effectively managed office operations by focusing on team communication and recognizing individual strengths. Regularly prioritizing and delegating tasks to establish an efficient daily work flow to avoid missed deadlines. Created and continuously updated the service schedule for all technicians in real time. Processed and tracked all financial records, including invoicing and vendor relations by implementing QuickBooks. Interviewed, hired and trained all office staff as company increased in size.

Sr. Loan Processor

HOME123 MORTGAGE
Sacramento, CA
08.2005 - 09.2006

Supervised and lead a team of 10 Loan Processors to achieve success in managing a large pipeline of complex loan applications. Enforcing strict data review for accuracy, ensuring compliance with federal regulatory requirements and company policies before submission. Overseeing workflow to conform to critical schedule and closing deadlines. Facilitating communication between clients, underwriters and title companies. Created procedural checklists to properly identify risk exposure and lower errors that affect monthly branch goals. Encouraged all team members to participate in monthly goal setting and personal development.

Lead Loan Processor

New Century Mortgage
Sacramento, CA
04.2001 - 07.2025

Strong analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills. Provided work direction based on pipeline reports including coaching on operational procedures. Performed audits of loan files and submitted corrections within 30 days to avoid RESPA violations. Trained new staff on all stages of the loan process including funding. Monitored and mentored throughout all stages of the loan process. Resolved conflict among team members with an empathy based approach, open dialog and finding similarities and common ground among individuals. Consistently met or exceeded branch goal in turn, creating individual and branch bonuses.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mesa Verde High School

Diploma - Esthetics

Jerry Lee Beauty College

Skills

  • Excellent Multitasking
  • Organizational and Time Management
  • Database and Client Management Systems
  • Ability to Analyze Reports
  • Appointment Coordination
  • Confidentiality and Data Protection
  • Effective Communication and Teamwork

Certification

Notary Public, Commission expires 10/9/29

Timeline

Public Benefits Specialist

State of Oregon
09.2023 - Current

Human Services Specialist 1

State Of Oregon
12.2022 - Current

Customer Service Professional-Remote

Cambia Health Solutions
04.2022 - 12.2022

Virtual Bookkeeping Assistant

Independent Contractor
01.2019 - Current

Skin Care Therapist

Aesthetician, Soigne by
01.2018 - 01.2019

Aesthetician/Skin Care Therapist

Independent Contractor
06.2009 - 12.2017

Administrative Assistant

Stanford Home for Children
02.2008 - 09.2008

Office Manager/Personal Assistant

Jet Red Equipment Repair
09.2006 - 02.2008

Sr. Loan Processor

HOME123 MORTGAGE
08.2005 - 09.2006

Lead Loan Processor

New Century Mortgage
04.2001 - 07.2025

High School Diploma -

Mesa Verde High School

Diploma - Esthetics

Jerry Lee Beauty College