Oralia Cooper
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Highly organized administrative professional with a strong background in office management and support. Recognized for streamlining processes and boosting team productivity. Skilled at managing administrative tasks, optimizing office workflows, and fostering collaboration to ensure smooth operations even in fast-paced and ever-changing environments. Proficient in departmental software applications, with a reputation for reliability, adaptability, and a steadfast commitment to achieving results aligned with organizational goals and mission.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Technician (Typing)
Department of Water Resources
06.2016 - Current
- Prepared construction contract specifications and documentation for bid opening, award, and execution
- Assisted with scheduling meetings, site visits, and project timelines, and ensured that all parties were informed of their responsibilities and deadlines
- Addressed inquiries from contractors, subcontractors, and the public, and provided information for both outreach and positive contract transactions to support the mission and goals of the department
- Prepared Notice-to-Contractor solicitations for advertisements in newspapers, trade papers and the State
- Registered public works contracts with Division of Industrial Relations and trained others to
- Coordinated with vendors to negotiate pricing and payment terms for products and services
- Created purchase orders, processed invoices, tracked expenses, and managed reconciliations of purchase documents with 100 percent accuracy
- Provided guidance to junior staff members regarding procurement procedures
- Conducted research on potential suppliers to identify new opportunities for cost savings
- Gained knowledge of organizational and governmental rules affecting public works projects and provided information to management team
- Entered project data, updated schedules, and maintained databases for tracking project progress and resource allocation
- Reviewed and negotiated contract terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy
- Supervised vehicle usage of a fleet of trucks, arranged vehicle repair and maintenance, and provided monthly reports
Right of Way Agent
Department of Water Resources
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Ensured compliance with applicable federal regulations pertaining to real estate transactions
- Conducted field visits to verify legal descriptions and identify right-of-way encroachments
- Developed strategies for successful negotiation of complex easement agreements
- Analyzed data from various sources such as survey plats, deeds, and title reports to determine ownership rights
- Collaborated closely with division engineers and project managers on large scale projects involving multiple parcels
- Participated in public meetings to discuss proposed projects that could impact existing rights-of-way
- Performed title searches on parcels of land and reviewed documents to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Maintained records of property owner contacts, acquisitions, negotiations, appraisals and surveys
- Served as PRA Request Point of Contact for the Division
Office Assistant (Typing)
Department of Water Resources
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Performed Purchasing and Procurement transactions with a state Cal-Card
- Utilized Microsoft Office Suite for daily office tasks, such as creating spreadsheets, composing emails, and preparing presentations
- Developed comprehensive filing systems to organize and store office documents
- Handled confidential documents according to established security protocols
- Coordinated travel arrangements for senior executives when necessary
- Served as Training Coordinator
- Monitored and ordered office supplies and project materials, to ensure the office and job sites had the necessary resources to function efficiently
Education
Associate of Science - Real Estate
Sacramento City College
3835 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento, CA 9582205.2021
Skills
- Customer Service
- Verbal and written communication
- Governmental Processes
- Microsoft Office Programs
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Virtual Meeting Organization
- Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
- State Procurement and Contracts
- Legal compliance
- Legal research
Certification
Procurement & Contracting Certificate - issued by the California Department of General Services
Customer Service Certification from LinkedIn Learning
Timeline
Office Technician (Typing)
Department of Water Resources
06.2016 - Current
Right of Way Agent
Department of Water Resources
06.2014 - 06.2016
Office Assistant (Typing)
Department of Water Resources
08.2010 - 06.2014
Procurement & Contracting Certificate - issued by the California Department of General Services
Customer Service Certification from LinkedIn Learning
Associate of Science - Real Estate
Sacramento City College