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Pamela Hester

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at JP Morgan Chase, enhancing ATM interfaces and optimizing business processes. Skilled in analytical problem-solving and fostering team collaboration, I excel in driving product improvements and operational efficiency. Committed to delivering positive customer engagement and achieving strategic goals with adaptability and professionalism. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level accounting or clerical position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Garden Consultant

Self Employed
10.2015 - Current

Reviewed Gardens and proposed and designed changes.

  • Conducted classes on selection and maintenance of various plants and seasons.
  • Put together teams for installation of plants and irrigation.

Technical Business Analyst

Monarch Landscape
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Worked one-on-one with clients to improve [Type] specifications.
  • Assisted development staff with drafting project plans, advising personnel on milestone planning.
  • Assessed business requirements to create focused solutions.

Technical Project Manager and QA Analyst POS

Safeway
11.2013 - 10.2015
  • Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines, and project scope determination.
  • Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance.
  • Collaborated with business users, technical teams, database administrators and testing teams during kickoff meetings, joint application designing, and planning sessions to validate requirements.
  • Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
  • Quality Assurance Tested POS devices

Software Quality Assurance Analyst Contractor

XYPRO Technology
09.2010 - 09.2011
  • Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows PC, and Tandem Computer Security Software system.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
  • Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
  • Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual and automated test cases.

Business and Sys Analyst, IT PM, & QA

JP Morgan Chase
05.1985 - 12.2009
  • Produced Bankcard Financial Income statements
  • Enhanced ATM interfaces to promote better functionality for users.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Produced banking policy displays in Branch and ATM
  • Conducted system analysis and implementation to maintain and improve computer systems.
  • Optimized core processes to improve business performance and operational agility.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.


Financial Analyst

Security Pacific National Bank
06.1984 - 09.1985
  • Developed financial projections and forecasts to guide investment decisions.
  • Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.

Education

Certified Salesforce Administrator - Sales Force Administration

Jewish Vocational Services
San Francisco
06.2016

Associate of Arts - Supply Chain Management

University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06.2013

BBA - Accounting And Business Management

Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
06.1984

Associate of Arts - Insurance And Risk Management

The Institutes
Philadelphia, PA
07.1982

Skills

  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Team Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Creative Thinking
  • Positive Customer Engagement
  • Task Prioritization
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Adaptability
  • Professionalism
  • Analytical Skills
  • Goal-Driven
  • Self Motivation
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Supervision
  • Engaging with Diverse Customers
  • Client Communication
  • Customer Assistance
  • Honest and Dependable

Timeline

Technical Business Analyst

Monarch Landscape
07.2022 - 10.2022

Garden Consultant

Self Employed
10.2015 - Current

Technical Project Manager and QA Analyst POS

Safeway
11.2013 - 10.2015

Software Quality Assurance Analyst Contractor

XYPRO Technology
09.2010 - 09.2011

Business and Sys Analyst, IT PM, & QA

JP Morgan Chase
05.1985 - 12.2009

Financial Analyst

Security Pacific National Bank
06.1984 - 09.1985

Certified Salesforce Administrator - Sales Force Administration

Jewish Vocational Services

Associate of Arts - Supply Chain Management

University of California - Los Angeles

BBA - Accounting And Business Management

Loyola Marymount University

Associate of Arts - Insurance And Risk Management

The Institutes
Pamela Hester