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Shantia Woodland

Temple Hills,MD

Summary

Driven and resourceful administrative professional with 10+ years of experience assisting with work of high-achieving executives. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Successfully manages high-volume workloads in rapidly changing environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant, Operations

JJB DC Inc
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Managed 35 construction crews performing Aerial, Rodding and Construction for Federal and DC government contracts
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Facilitated onboarding for incoming office staff.
  • Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
  • Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
  • Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity..
  • Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
  • Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
  • Arranged travel details for all crew members and staff as requested, which included hotel stays, food vouchers and time keeping
  • Managed and updated Executive Director MS Outlook Contacts, ensuring all information was accurate and current

Dispatch Supervisor/Operations Coordinator

Dynamic Concepts Inc
11.2017 - 04.2022
  • Managed 21 Utility Crews for Washington Gas (federal/district) installing Gas main and Services throughout DMV area
  • Managed 16 dispatchers while leading and delegating job assignments, tracking project status, processing payroll and resolving issues to maximize productivity.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 30 fleet vehicles.
  • Determined number of man hours required to complete assignments after reviewing scope of each project.
  • Maintained meticulous employee records to accurately track attendance and productivity.
  • Evaluated and adjusted over 20 routes based on daily needs, available workers, traffic hazards, and weather conditions..
  • Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
  • Closely monitored dispatch board to triage and prioritize over 100 daily calls.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and provided solutions to improve customer service.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
  • Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
  • Assisted in resolving customer complaints and grievances.
  • Facilitated communications between customers and field personnel to answer questions or resolve concerns.
  • Monitored flow of paperwork and directed information to appropriate departments.
  • Tracked and monitored vehicle performance and maintenance.
  • Communicated with warehouse staff to facilitate proper loading and unloading of orders.
  • Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures.

Dispatcher Supervisor

ZBest Limousine
06.2015 - 08.2017


  • Maintained Knowledge of Airports BWI, DCA, IAD
  • Supervised over 65 drivers daily (Chauffeurs)
  • Conferred with customers to address questions, problems and requests for service or equipment to allocate dispatch coverage during peak service times and during employee shortages.
  • Reported to management operational activities and maintained current records.
  • Evaluated current operational processes to help develop, implement and improve practices.
  • Tracked and reviewed charts, graphs, schedules and other statistics to to maximize on-time performance, minimize customer wait times and service disruptions.
  • Recorded and secured archives of customer requests, services performed and other dispatch information to maintain accurate records and appropriate filing systems.
  • Drove sales by delivering expert customer service support for escalated, ongoing or specialized issues.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
  • Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
  • Monitored and tracked dispatch communication systems.
  • Assisted in resolving customer complaints and grievances.
  • Scheduled deliveries and pickups according to customer needs.
  • Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and resolution.
  • Coordinated with drivers to facilitate efficient delivery routes and timely deliveries.
  • Scheduled and organized delivery routes.
  • Coordinated schedules for optimal coverage of daily workload and adjusted quickly to changing demands.
  • Tracked and monitored vehicle performance and maintenance.
  • Provided customers with information on products and services.

Lead Social Services Case Manager/Representative Grade 7 step 1

Department of Human services
12.2012 - 03.2015
  • Authorizing Financial assistance and Snap benefits payments issued on monthly basis to eligible recipients.
  • Cultivated positive, trusting relationships with clients and community providers to promote effective coordination of resources.
  • Coordinated with social, public and welfare agencies to obtain and provide client information.
  • Identified community resources to support clients.
  • Gathered information from mental and physical health and educational records to make recommendations and determine appropriate care plans.
  • Connected clients with services in preferred language to provide sense of ease throughout care experience.
  • Established protocol for assessment and referral of clients to appropriate services.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Used evidence-based practices such as motivational interviewing to create individualized service plans for clients
  • Assisted clients in accessing services and benefits by providing education and information about community resources, successfully assisting clients in acquiring needed aid

Lead Scheduler /Dispatcher/Driver

MV TRANSPORTATIONS
05.2007 - 09.2012

Lead Scheduler

  • Updated management and clients on progress of production.
  • Met production goals and formed action plan to constantly raise bar to higher standards.
  • Flagged potential issues by monitoring timelines.
  • Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
  • Effectively monitor service-wide base operations to ensure 92%, or greater, on-time performance of para-transit vehicles
  • Monitor base operations for on-time performance of para-transit rides
  • Fill-in vacant shifts as necessary to ensure full-service delivery

Dispatcher

  • Provided professional leadership and direction to teams of dispatchers to meet on-time performance goals of 92% or higher
  • Used specialized computer-based systems (Trapeze) to provide base support to drivers to ensure trips remain at 92% or higher on-time performance
  • Use high level of customer service to create/confirm travel arrangements for disabled clients
  • Screened and routed calls to appropriate sources

Driver

  • Using thorough knowledge of company, state and local safety requirements provided safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation for para-transit program
  • Used sophisticated state-of-the-art GPS systems (Trapeze) to locate clients pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Maintain DOT records regarding vehicle maintenance and performance
  • Communicated with Managers and Mechanics daily.
  • Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.

Education

Sociology/Social Work - Sociology

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD
12.2004

Skills

  • Excellent Communication
  • Microsoft Office Suit
  • Problem-Solving
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Google Workspace
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Relationship Building
  • Organization
  • Recordkeeping

Timeline

Executive Assistant, Operations

JJB DC Inc
04.2022 - 11.2023

Dispatch Supervisor/Operations Coordinator

Dynamic Concepts Inc
11.2017 - 04.2022

Dispatcher Supervisor

ZBest Limousine
06.2015 - 08.2017

Lead Social Services Case Manager/Representative Grade 7 step 1

Department of Human services
12.2012 - 03.2015

Lead Scheduler /Dispatcher/Driver

MV TRANSPORTATIONS
05.2007 - 09.2012

Sociology/Social Work - Sociology

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Shantia Woodland