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Sherri Lancaster

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Sulphur Veterans Center, enhancing participant engagement and optimizing operational efficiency. Achieved notable improvements in customer satisfaction and safety compliance, demonstrating flexibility and a results-driven approach. CPR certified, Responsible with strong knowledge of office administration and common human resources operations. In-depth understanding of customer service, data entry and file management. Highly skilled in reviewing policies and suggesting actionable improvements aligned with industry best practices. Well-qualified with proven success in solving problems. Highly proficient with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Organized candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Tech. II, III

Sulphur Veterans Center
05.2010 - 09.2015
  • Optimized resource allocation by effectively prioritizing tasks based on business needs and project timelines.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing among team members and support long-term maintenance efforts.
  • Handle confidential matter with tack and discretion
  • Express ideas clearly and concisely and to exercise good judgement and decision making and apply rules.
  • Knowledge of methods and procedures pertaining to records maintenance of human resources and personal administration rules and policy.
  • Knowledge of business communications, including grammar, punctuation and spelling, business mathematics.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with diverse teams to achieve shared objectives in a timely manner.
    Optimized digital resources through routine troubleshooting and proactive system updates.

Secretary/Custodial Worker

First Pentecostal Holiness Church
02.2021 - Current
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
  • Handle confidential matter with tack and discretion
  • Express ideas clearly and concisely and to exercise good judgement and decision making and apply rules.
  • Knowledge of methods and procedures pertaining to records maintenance of human resources and personal administration rules and policy.
  • Knowledge of business communications, including grammar, punctuation and spelling, business mathematics.

Recreation Assistant I, II

Sulphur Veterans Center
01.2019 - Current
  • Maintained a safe and clean facility, ensuring a positive environment for all users.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to patrons, addressing concerns and answering inquiries promptly.
  • Ensured proper supervision of program participants at all times, prioritizing their safety and wellbeing.
  • Enhanced participant enjoyment by creating and implementing diverse recreational activities.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others,.
  • Handle confidential matter with tack and discretion
  • express ideas clearly and concisely and to exercise good judgement and decision making and apply rules.
  • Collaborated with fellow staff members to create a positive work environment focused on teamwork and mutual support.
  • Enhanced participant enjoyment by planning and implementing diverse recreational activities.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations and company policies by thoroughly understanding guidelines and adhering to protocols.
  • Delivered recreational programs to meet needs and preferences of diverse resident population.

Custodial Worker

Sulphur Veterans Center
09.2015 - 02.2018


  • Contributed to a positive work environment through consistent punctuality, reliability, and professionalism.


Administrative Assistant

Sulphur Veterans Center
06.2007 - 05.2010
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.

Food Service Worker

Sulphur Veterans Center
08.2005 - 06.2007
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.

Motel Manager

Self-employed
04.1993 - 03.2007
  • Handled guest complaints efficiently, resolving issues quickly to maintain satisfaction levels consistently high.
  • Improved guest satisfaction by implementing efficient check-in and check-out procedures.
  • Coordinated events held at the motel facility, ensuring seamless execution of special occasions that met clients'' expectations.
  • Managed daily operations for better customer service and increased revenue.
  • Oversaw financial management of motel including budget planning, expense tracking and revenue analysis.
  • Handle confidential matter with tack and discretion
  • Express ideas clearly and concisely and to exercise good judgement and decision making and apply rules.
  • Knowledge of methods and procedures pertaining to records maintenance of human resources and personal administration rules and policy.
  • Knowledge of business communications, including grammar, punctuation and spelling, business mathematics.

Child and Youth Worker

Girl Scouts
09.1999 - 09.2002
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for children and adolescents.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and age-appropriate programs.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by young clients.

Fast Food Manager

Braum's Ice Cream & Burger Restaurant
01.1986 - 04.1993
  • Independently trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and food preparation techniques to ensure consistent product quality.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service strategies and maintaining a clean, organized restaurant environment.
  • Monitored cash handling procedures closely to prevent theft or discrepancies in revenue reporting accurately.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Handle confidential matter with tack and discretion
  • Express ideas clearly and concisely and to exercise good judgement and decision making and apply rules.
  • Knowledge of methods and procedures pertaining to records maintenance of human resources and personal administration rules and policy.
  • Knowledge of business communications, including grammar, punctuation and spelling, business mathematics.

Newspaper Carrier

Oklahoma City Newspaper
08.1985 - 01.1989

Tracked and collected from paper customers,tracked unused papers for credit

Dietary Aide

Callaway Nursing Home
08.1984 - 08.1985
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.

Department Manager

Walmart
08.1981 - 08.1984
  • Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
  • Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
  • Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.

Education

No Degree - Computer Fundamentals, Micro Office, Word, Excel

Southern Oklahoma Tech Center
Ardmore, OK
01.2008

High School Diploma -

Sulphur High School
Sulphur, OK
05.1982

Skills

  • Strong teamwork
  • CPR Certified
  • Flexibility
  • Program Planning
  • Administrative Skills
  • Payroll Processing
  • Maintaining files
  • Microsoft Office and Docusign
  • Scheduling

Timeline

Secretary/Custodial Worker

First Pentecostal Holiness Church
02.2021 - Current

Recreation Assistant I, II

Sulphur Veterans Center
01.2019 - Current

Custodial Worker

Sulphur Veterans Center
09.2015 - 02.2018

Administrative Tech. II, III

Sulphur Veterans Center
05.2010 - 09.2015

Administrative Assistant

Sulphur Veterans Center
06.2007 - 05.2010

Food Service Worker

Sulphur Veterans Center
08.2005 - 06.2007

Child and Youth Worker

Girl Scouts
09.1999 - 09.2002

Motel Manager

Self-employed
04.1993 - 03.2007

Fast Food Manager

Braum's Ice Cream & Burger Restaurant
01.1986 - 04.1993

Newspaper Carrier

Oklahoma City Newspaper
08.1985 - 01.1989

Dietary Aide

Callaway Nursing Home
08.1984 - 08.1985

Department Manager

Walmart
08.1981 - 08.1984

No Degree - Computer Fundamentals, Micro Office, Word, Excel

Southern Oklahoma Tech Center

High School Diploma -

Sulphur High School
Sherri Lancaster