Knowledgeable General Office Assistant with solid background in managing office tasks efficiently. Proven ability to coordinate schedules, maintain records, and support administrative functions. Demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills in previous roles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeping
Gull Lake Ministries
04.2024 - Current
Cleaning Residential, cottages, and public areas including distribution of linens, making beds, cleaning bathrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors, shower scrub, shower curtains, and restocking
Cleaning Full Kitchen including doing dishes, cleaning sinks and counters, cleaning refrigerator, and restocking
Office Manager
Barry County Christian School
07.2023 - 03.2024
Manages the operation of the central school office
Serves as building receptionist; answers and responds to telephone and in-person inquiries from students, staff, parents, and the public
Answers the telephone and screens calls for the principal, staff, students, and others working in the building
Receives and distributes mail
Acts as Administrative Assistant to the Principal; maintains appointment calendar; schedules meetings, compiles data for enrollment and other reports and lists; formats correspondence, forms, memoranda, and reports
Creates and distributes the local school newsletter and maintains a distribution list
Attends Board Meetings and prepares minutes
Occasionally coordinates activities of volunteers; provides training; assigns and reviews tasks as well as maintaining a current listing of volunteers
Registers incoming students and processes enrollment materials; completes data input on computer; coordinates services and information with sending/receiving schools and district offices; completes procedures for students withdrawing from the school
Maintains student attendance records; alerts principal to student attendance problems; may contact parents to verify absence of students
Establishes and maintains staff records as required by law; maintains staff absence records
May assist with assignment and release of substitute personnel in coordination with the building Principal
Maintains student records and ensures the database and student records are accurate and complete
Runs quarterly grade reports and other activities associated with maintaining student records
Collects monies for various student activities and events; prepares and maintains bank deposits according to BCCS procedures
Attends to student 'medical needs' such as dispensing medication and basic First Aid
Assists with emergency drills
Schedules building use; monitors building keys; maintains safe
Troubleshoots problems with office equipment and calls for service as necessary
Supervises students who come into the office; monitors and corrects student behavior
Makes non-instructional decisions as needed during the principal's absence
Promotes effective public relations with parents and the general public
Maintains a very close working relationship with the building principal on all matters pertaining to the success of the school; keeping the principal informed by reviewing and analyzing special reports; summarizing information; and identifying student and staff needs
Coordinates with the building Principal on special events, creating programs and other applicable materials for school events
Communicates with and consistently keeps the building Principal, and primary organizational Office Manager informed of all concerns and/or issues, works with Finance Manager and other Administrative Staff on a regular basis and maintains frequent communication
Executive Assistant
Eaton County
02.2021 - 06.2021
Provides administrative support to the Controller/Administrator and Deputy Controller/Administrator, including typing correspondence to internal offices, attorneys, employees, and outside individuals, which may involve highly confidential or legal information
Receives all phone calls and visitors for the Controller
Assists in the administration of the employee benefits program for the County including health, dental, life, sickness and accident and retirement
Conducts orientation on employee benefit program for all new County employees
Maintains current forms for applicants, new hires and employee benefits
Prepares new employee benefit packages
Assists Human Resources with all new job openings/postings
Schedules new hire physicals and contacts the appropriate Department Head with pertinent information for new hires to begin employment
Receives visitors and telephone inquiries regarding employment with the County and general questions
Utilizes E-Verify program during the onboarding process for new hires
Provides administrative support to the Deputy Controller/Administrator
Types and mails Committee agendas and minutes for the various Committee meetings
Maintains all documentation regarding these meetings
Also assists in the preparation of the monthly Committee and Board meeting packets
Maintains meeting agendas/minutes for standing committee meetings, public notices, and appointments on County Website
Responsible for updating information to the website
Provide back up to the Financial and Purchasing Assistant and Benefits Specialist, and other staff as required
Performs a variety of other support functions including filing, typing, copying, scanning and faxing, documents and other tasks, as needed
General Office Assistant
Michigan Secretary of State
05.2016 - 02.2021
Interact with customers professionally by phone, email, or in-person to provide information involving driver, vehicle, and watercraft information
Recording and organizing contact information in sections customer relationship management database
Analyze and review driving records as well as ensure privacy of valuable information
Foster operational efficiency and compliance with company policies
Deliver expert clerical support and customer service, diffusing upset customers and difficult situations
Schedule appointments for customers daily
Recognized and diffused irate callers prior to escalation and applied customer service techniques for effective resolution
State Worker
Hastings Michigan Secretary of State
07.2015 - 05.2016
Interact with customers professionally in-person to provide information involving driver, vehicle, and watercraft information
Recording and organizing contact information in sections customer relationship management database
Analyze and review driving and vehicle records as well as ensure privacy of valuable information
Foster operational efficiency and compliance with company policies
Deliver expert clerical support and customer service, diffusing upset customers and difficult situations
Utilize problem solving skills to meet customer needs
Review and understand series of important documents such as driver's licenses, passports, birth certificates, vehicle titles, registration, proof of insurance, and license plates
Teller
Thornapple Credit Union
06.2013 - 07.2015
Accept cash, checks, and other forms of payment
Process deposits and withdrawals
Cash checks
Issue savings bonds, money orders, and cashier’s checks