Rita Renee McKenzie
Muskegon,MI
Summary
Administrative professional supporting executive, court, and public-sector operations through calendar management, meeting coordination, document preparation, and handling confidential records. Also manages expense reports, invoices, office communications, and daily workflow with accuracy and attention to detail.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Administrative Assistant
Muskegon Heights Public School Academy
Muskegon, MI
06.2024 - Current
- Support Executive staff with calendar management, meeting scheduling, conferences, appointments, travel arrangements, correspondence, reports, presentations, and other administrative needs.
- Prepare meeting agendas, record and distribute Board meeting minutes, and coordinate follow-up with the appropriate personnel.
- Coordinate communications across departments to support timely completion of projects and administrative priorities.
- Served as first point of contact for visitors, enhancing their experience, directing inquiries, managing vendor and supplier contact lists, and overseeing purchasing and office supply inventory.
- Review and process expense reports and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Develop and maintain organized filing systems for confidential personnel records and business information in accordance with organizational policies.
- Respond to incoming calls, mail, and inquiries professionally, while routing information to the appropriate department or staff.
Court Services Specialist
Muskegon Co. Friend of the Court
Muskegon, MI
08.2017 - 05.2024
- Supported Circuit Court, Family Court, and Probate Court operations by performing clerical and administrative work that ensured seamless workflow.
- Applied knowledge of court practices and procedures to case establishment, audits, case closures, and case modifications within the child support enforcement system.
- Conducted administrative case reviews and managed intake and inquiries, addressing case-related concerns while ensuring accurate records and database integrity.
- Ensured compliance with court orders and administrative requirements by independently managing confidential case information.
Community Health Worker / Public Health
Public Health Muskegon County
Muskegon, MI
07.1996 - 08.2017
- Facilitated access to health and social services for pregnant women and families through community-based support initiatives.
- Performed anthropometric, hematological, auditory, and ocular health screenings for infants, young children, and school-aged children.
- Conducted home visits, offering transportation and informal educational counseling while providing social support and encouragement.
- Assisted the public as Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Hearing/Vision Technician, and Animal Control Officer, addressing diverse community health needs., including Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Hearing/Vision Technician, and Animal Control Officer.
- Patrolled for stray and potentially rabid animals, issued citations, enforced dog licensing requirements, and collaborated with local police, fire departments, and humane organizations on animal-related calls.
Education
Culinary Arts Certificate Program -
Baker College
Muskegon, MI09-2012
Certificate - 100 Certified required hours of completion
Michigan Association of Animal Control
Lansing, MI10-2008
Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
ATI Health Institute
Dallas, TX06-1989
Diploma - General Studies
Benton Harbor High School
Benton Harbor, MI05-1987
Skills
- Calendar management
- Meeting planning
- Travel coordination
- Expense reporting
- Records management
- Confidential handling
- Documentation and reporting
- Compliance monitoring
- Administrative support
- Event coordination
- Event management
- Spreadsheet management
- Office supply management
- Customer communication
- Process improvement
Timeline
Executive Administrative Assistant
Muskegon Heights Public School Academy
06.2024 - Current
Court Services Specialist
Muskegon Co. Friend of the Court
08.2017 - 05.2024
Community Health Worker / Public Health
Public Health Muskegon County
07.1996 - 08.2017
Culinary Arts Certificate Program -
Baker College
Certificate - 100 Certified required hours of completion
Michigan Association of Animal Control
Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
ATI Health Institute
Diploma - General Studies
Benton Harbor High School