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Ruth Johnson

Jacksonville,Florida

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

PPDMO Clerk

United States Postal Service, USPS
Jacksonville, FL
08.1993 - 09.2020
  • Sorted parcels based on size, weight, and destination address.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by following safety protocols.
  • Utilized automated equipment such as conveyors, sorters, and scanners in order to streamline the process.
  • Inspected parcels for damage prior to sorting and packing.
  • Followed safety guidelines while operating machinery at all times.
  • Reported any damages or discrepancies found during the sorting process immediately to management.
  • Scanned barcodes of incoming items to determine their destination.
  • Trained new employees regarding warehouse procedures and standards.
  • Routed all classes of mail in sequence of delivery along established route.
  • Offered support and advice to newer personnel to improve performance.
  • Handled undeliverable mail in accordance with established procedures.

Administrative Assistant

Internal Revenue Service, IRS
Jacksonville, FL
05.1991 - 08.1993
  • Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
  • Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
  • Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records.
  • Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
  • Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
  • Directed customer inquiries to appropriate department personnel.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email, mail, and package deliveries, ensuring timely distribution.
  • Proofread content for typo-free emails and documentation.
  • Managed daily office operations and maintained office supplies inventory, ensuring efficient workplace functionality.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.

Secretary

Department of Hotels and Restaurants
Jacksonville, Florida
01.1990 - 05.1991
  • Compiled data from various sources into organized reports for review by senior staff members.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner and directed them to appropriate personnel or departments.
  • Prepared documents such as letters, memos, reports, spreadsheets, presentations. using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Managed mail distribution within the department; opened, sorted, and distributed mail to the appropriate personnel.
  • Scheduled appointments and meetings for the secretary.
  • Answered and screened incoming calls for the secretary.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems, both paper and electronic.
  • Proofread documents before submission to ensure accuracy of content and grammar.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.

Deck Seaman/Yeoman

United States Coast Guard
Provincetown, MA
02.1986 - 05.1989
  • Stowed cargo safely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Participated in firefighting drills to maintain readiness in case of an emergency situation.
  • Ensured that all safety equipment was properly maintained and stored according to regulations.
  • Maintained and inspected deck equipment, including mooring lines and anchor chains.
  • Carried out daily inspections of deck areas for cleanliness, security and general condition.
  • Checked lifeboats regularly to make sure they were secure and functional.
  • Conducted safety drills to prepare crew members for emergencies.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working aloft or handling hazardous materials.
  • Monitored navigational instruments while on watch duty.
  • Responded quickly to instructions from the captain regarding vessel maneuvers.
  • Assisted with navigation by taking soundings, keeping lookout for buoys or landmarks.
  • Inspected and maintained lifesaving and firefighting devices and reported defects.
  • Maintained checklists and logs of vessel maintenance and operations.
  • Assisted deck officers with chipping, painting and grinding to maintain structural integrity of deck.
  • Built deep understanding of ship navigation principles under supervision of professionals.
  • Cleaned, maintained, and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
  • Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
  • Stood watch in ships' bows or bridge wings to look for obstructions or locate navigational aids.
  • Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Mail Processing
  • Processing mail
  • Mail handling
  • Mail Sorting
  • Driver communications
  • Peer relationships
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Route Management
  • Shipping coordination
  • Time management abilities
  • Route Planning
  • Inventory Monitoring and Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Routing Determination
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Handheld Scanners
  • Shipment Inspection

Timeline

PPDMO Clerk

United States Postal Service, USPS
08.1993 - 09.2020

Administrative Assistant

Internal Revenue Service, IRS
05.1991 - 08.1993

Secretary

Department of Hotels and Restaurants
01.1990 - 05.1991

Deck Seaman/Yeoman

United States Coast Guard
02.1986 - 05.1989

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Florida State College At Jacksonville

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