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Serita Taylor

Nicholasville,KY

Summary

Energetic Office Manager equipped to support day-to-day operational functions and accomplish business goals. Blends advanced organizational, technical and business expertise to enhance workflows.

Focused on attentively assisting office staff and customers and identifying opportunities for improvement. Administrative Professional with 25 years of experience in overseeing wide variety of essential functions including duties in Parks & Recreation.

Analytical in optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various offices within diverse environments. Highly organized with strengths in prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.

Skilled in schedule management, payroll administration and business correspondence coordination.

Knowledgeable of Parks & Recreation Personnel Policies and departmental procedures.

Prepared and written grant applications; administer grants for parks and recreation department. Guide activities and personnel in a manner that strives to meet the department's vision and mission: motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive Parks & Recreation success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.

Highly organized with strengths in prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines. Analytical in optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various offices within diverse environments.

Overview

Work History

Office Manager

Nicholasville/Jess. Co. Parks & Recreation
Nicholasville , KY
2024.03 - Current
  • Analyzed data to identify areas of improvement and innovation.
  • Fostered a positive work environment to retain top talent.
  • Coordinated cross-functional collaboration for improved efficiency.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Developed long-term partnerships with external vendors.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Oversaw recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes for new employees.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Member of the decision-making body for company-wide objectives.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance across all departments.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among staff members when necessary.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Identified opportunities for cost reduction and savings initiatives.
  • Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
  • Led organizational change initiatives as needed or directed by leadership.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth.
  • Managed diverse teams to achieve project goals and deadlines.
  • Monitored budgets, resources, and performance metrics.
  • Mentored team members in professional development and growth.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Implemented effective policies and procedures for operations.
  • Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
  • Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.
  • Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
  • Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
  • Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
  • Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
  • Managed office budget to handle inventory, postage and vendor services.
  • Coded and entered daily invoices with in-house accounting software.
  • Managed, scheduled and coordinated office functions and activities for employees.
  • Implemented and maintained company protocols to facilitate smooth daily activities.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction ratings by promptly resolving client and case issues.
  • Coordinated office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
  • Automated office operations for managing client correspondence, payment schedules and data communications.
  • Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
  • Sustained office efficiency by implementing and planning office systems, equipment procurement and layouts.
  • Interpreted and communicated work procedures and company policies to staff.
  • Developed effective communication strategies between departments within the organization.
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
  • Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders when needed.
  • Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
  • Assisted in developing budgets for departmental expenses.
  • Prepared agendas for board meetings along with taking minutes during sessions.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
  • Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
  • Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
  • Assisted in recruiting, onboarding and training new employees.
  • Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
  • Conducted research projects related to new product development or marketing initiatives.
  • Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
  • Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
  • Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

BCTC
Lexington, Ky
2026-12

Skills

  • Workforce Management
  • Inventory Control
  • Expense Reporting
  • Administrative Support

Timeline

Office Manager

Nicholasville/Jess. Co. Parks & Recreation
2024.03 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

BCTC
Serita Taylor