Nina Smith
MARION,IA
Summary
To obtain an entry level position that will allow me both professional and personal growth. To apply my computer, organizational, and work ethic skills to further my employer’s goals. Seasoned professional in general and operations management with comprehensive experience leading teams, optimizing processes, and implementing cost-effective strategies. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and operational efficiency, consistently improving workflow and reducing costs. Proven track record of enhancing overall business performance through effective leadership and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Entry
State Capital
Des Moines, IA
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Performed data entry tasks for client records management.
- Manage the processing of incoming checks.
Print Ready Helper
Jolesch Photography
Urbandale, IA
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Company Overview: Life Touch Photography
- Editing photos for clients using Photoshop and other graphic editing software designed by Life Touch
- Life Touch Photography
Clerical
Broker’s Clearing House
West Des Moines, IA
03.2011 - 08.2012
- Scanning
- Printing
- Faxing
- Copying
- Filing
- Typing
- Answering and directing calls
Urban Ambassador
Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines, IA
12.2009 - 02.2011
- Tutoring Office secretary; data entry duties, creating and maintaining an up to date excel database of all tutors and tutees
- Financial Aid Assistant; signing students up for FAFSA on the WWW, and other financial aid paperwork
- Creating presentations to teach staff financial aid protocol
- Leading campus tours, new student orientations, along with “Techno Tuesday’s” where I taught students basic computer information
- Secretary and administrative duties in the Student Life Office, using skills such as communication, team work, and multi-tasking
- Working the help desk, accessing student information from DMACC database and printing student schedules
- Training new employees
- The main purpose of my position was to make sure the different departments I worked in ran smoothly
- Whether it be data entry, organizing information, directing student traffic, making copies, faxing, assisting students, or even something as simple as getting my boss or co-workers lunch when they are too busy
- My objective was to make sure the team’s day ran as efficiently and smoothly as possible
Sales Associate/Cashier
Shoe Carnival
Des Moines, IA
10.2009 - 03.2010
- Courteously greet customers, assist customers with purchases, and resolve customer needs using professionalism and sensitivity
- Operate cash register, receive and dispense correct change, and properly balance out cash register; stock shelves; and general housekeeping duties
Archive’s Aid
National Archives and Records Administration
Saint Louis, Mo
08.2007 - 08.2008
- To preserve famous veteran’s military records and other sensitive materials
- Personally handling thousands of vintage government records and working with a group to develop the best techniques to preserve these files
- Data entry of military personnel, health, and medical records of discharged and deceased veterans of all services during the 20th century
- Stored and reviewed medical treatment records of retirees from all services, as well as records for dependent and other persons treated at naval medical facilities
- Provide records (upon written request) to the public and other entities
Education
Associate’s Degree - Music & Arts (Graphics and photography)
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA01.2013
Associate’s Degree -
Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines, IA01.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data entry and record keeping
- Typing 90 words per minute
- Web design
- Graphic design
- Quality assurance
- Event preparation
- Meeting planning
- Scheduling
- Bookkeeping
- Mail handling
- File organization
- Accounts payable processing
- Supporting documentation
- Report writing
- Ethical standards
- Proposal development
- Adobe creative suite
- Speech writing
- Funding source research
- Non-profit organization funding
- Grant proposal development
- Check processing
- Bi-weekly payroll processing
- Board development
References
- Laura L. Douglas, Ph.D., Provost, Des Moines Area Community College- Urban Campus, 515-248-7206
- Patricia Harris, Social Security Administration Service Representative, 515-494-6920, Patricia.l.harris@ssa.gov
- Sarah Temple, 319-239-0013
Achievementsandskills
Associates Degree In Liberal Arts, Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 2003 – 2010, Typing speed of 90 words per minute, Web designer/graphic artist with 10 years of experience, DMACC Dean’s List, DMACC Life Changing Award
Accomplishments
- Star award DMACC
Timeline
Data Entry
State Capital
01.2013 - 04.2013
Print Ready Helper
Jolesch Photography
09.2012 - 01.2013
Clerical
Broker’s Clearing House
03.2011 - 08.2012
Urban Ambassador
Des Moines Area Community College
12.2009 - 02.2011
Sales Associate/Cashier
Shoe Carnival
10.2009 - 03.2010
Archive’s Aid
National Archives and Records Administration
08.2007 - 08.2008
Associate’s Degree - Music & Arts (Graphics and photography)
Des Moines Area Community College
Associate’s Degree -
Des Moines Area Community College
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