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Paul McLaughlin

South Charleston

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with experience in early childhood education. Proficient in data entry, records maintenance, and onboarding processes, consistently ensuring accuracy and compliance. Strong communication skills foster collaboration with team members and enhance client satisfaction.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Custodial Worker

Office Of Commercial Cleaning WV
06.2021 - Current
  • Operated specialized cleaning equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Occasionally trained new staff on effective cleaning techniques and safety protocols.
  • Implemented efficient cleaning schedules to maximize productivity and minimize disruption.
  • Oversaw inventory management of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability without overstocking.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Collected trash and emptied receptacles and recycling containers.

Records Clerk

Job Corps Center
12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Streamlined filing systems, enhancing records management accuracy and accessibility.
  • Facilitated efficient document processing for incoming and outgoing correspondence.
  • Executed routine audits, ensuring compliance with established filing standards.
  • Performed data entry tasks, maintaining accuracy during document scanning processes.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for students commuting to and from campus.
  • Managed student requests for diplomas, transcripts, and Social Security card copies.

Human Resources Specialist

Head Start Program (Pre-School)
06.2000 - 10.2019
  • Streamlined onboarding processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Enhanced employee performance evaluations, providing actionable feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Supported recruitment by screening resumes and coordinating interview schedules efficiently.
  • Facilitated training sessions on company policies, increasing awareness of workplace standards.
  • Conducted HR audits, maintaining data accuracy in personnel and payroll records.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, resolving issues per company guidelines.

Sales Associate

The Shoe Dept
06.2005 - 04.2019
  • Assisted customers in selecting footwear to enhance shopping experience.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to improve store layout and product presentation, as well as cleaning and vacuuming.

Education

Associates in Medical Information Systems - Medical Information Systems And Business

Garnett Career Center
Charleston, WV

Skills

  • 40 words per minute typing speed
  • experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Proficient in phone communication and call transfer
  • Criminal background checks
  • experience in running a cash register
  • experience in retail sales and dealing with difficult people
  • cleaning of buildings including dusting, sweeping, and moping

Accomplishments

  • Achieved high level of accuracy in scanning and auditing in the high 90's according to our yearly audit at Job Corps.
  • Achieved accurate maintenance of employee records and Criminal background checks by completing occasional audits and double checking my work.
  • Always passed my government audits with Head Start which where conducted every three years.

Interests

  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Hiking
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Developing software, websites, and apps in various programming languages
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Road Trips
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects

Timeline

Custodial Worker

Office Of Commercial Cleaning WV
06.2021 - Current

Records Clerk

Job Corps Center
12.2019 - 05.2021

Sales Associate

The Shoe Dept
06.2005 - 04.2019

Human Resources Specialist

Head Start Program (Pre-School)
06.2000 - 10.2019

Associates in Medical Information Systems - Medical Information Systems And Business

Garnett Career Center