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Subrina Bennett-Joseph

Subrina Bennett-Joseph

1443 NE 57th Street Fort Lauderdale,Florida

Summary

Client-centered, detailed oriented professional with 20 years of experience, serving as a Verbatim Court Reporter. Proven competencies in dictation, written and verbal communication, 10Key punch machine, stenography, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Office 10, Electronic Records Express (ERE) systems. Effectively interacting with lawyers, judges, clerks, and the public. Experienced working with teams and individuals from varied cultures and educational backgrounds, e.g., medical professionals, vendors, mental care givers, etc. Very capable problem-solver. Focused, resourceful multitasker who has delivered high quality and timely transcripts and reports. Knowledgeable of court processes and procedure, self motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Work History

Verbatim Court Reporter

Business Support Services
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2009 - Current
  • Facilitate communication between attorneys and assist orderly flow of court proceedings
  • Assist in the orderly opening of hearings by reading into the record persons present and recording/typing the official transcript of the hearing
  • Provide administrative support, including correspondence
  • Maintain electronic file and trouble-shoot electronic equipment
  • Arrange communication with medical personnel as needed
  • Provide transcripts upon request from lawyers, judges, or the public
  • Summarized testimony from witnesses for judges when requested.
  • Monitored audio recordings of court proceedings to ensure accuracy in transcriptions.
  • Assisted the judge in maintaining order during courtroom

Administrative Assistant - Volunteer

The Family Baptist Church
Toledo, Ohio
1997 - 2022
  • Efficiently handling office correspondence, positively interacting with office visitors, scheduling and managing the church calendar
  • Provided administrative assistance and secretarial support for the Pastor including creation of the church bulletin, print materials and correspondence
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Prepared expense reports on behalf of executives in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
  • Entered data into computer systems, updating records, and files with new information

Wedding and Special Occasion Consultant

Owners
Toledo , Ohio
1990 - 2021
  • Have successfully assisted hundreds of groups/couples/agencies with the planning, presentation, and execution of special programs, projects and weddings and receptions
  • Demonstrated skills include: organization of schedules, event details, customer service
  • Researched vendors to secure best pricing on supplies and services such as rental equipment, food, decorations and entertainment.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure the most favorable terms were met.
  • Ensured that all necessary permits were obtained prior to the event date.
  • Monitored progress of events throughout duration from pre-planning stages through post-event review.
  • Created detailed timelines for event setup and takedown to ensure smooth execution of events.
  • Tracked payments, balances and registrations for various events.
  • Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.
  • Chose facilities, inspected spaces and planned set up and execution to exceed client expectation.

Education

Diploma -

Jesup W. Scott High School
Toledo, OH

Bachelors Social Services -

University of Toledo
Toledo Ohio

Skills

  • Courtroom and Legal Procedures
  • Court Transcription
  • Legal Documentation and Reporting
  • Daily Docket Reports
  • Court Reporting
  • Audio Equipment Operation
  • Medical Terminology
  • Clerical Recordkeeping
  • Office Administration
  • Menu Planning
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Client Consultations
  • Administrative Recordkeeping
  • Microsoft Office

Knowledge And Expertise

  • Experienced working within the court environment
  • Successful leader and trainer
  • Knowledgeable Administrative Assistant
  • Proficient office manager
  • Excellent presenter
  • Highly organized planner
  • Creative and innovative
  • Outstanding customer service professional

Personal Information

Title: Administrative Support Staff

Community Service

  • Member of American Cancer Society
  • Volunteers of America
  • Boys Clubs of Northwest Ohio
  • Volunteer for Dove House Women's Shelter
  • Fair Housing Auxiliary Board Member

Timeline

Verbatim Court Reporter

Business Support Services
2009 - Current

Administrative Assistant - Volunteer

The Family Baptist Church
1997 - 2022

Wedding and Special Occasion Consultant

Owners
1990 - 2021

Diploma -

Jesup W. Scott High School

Bachelors Social Services -

University of Toledo
Subrina Bennett-Joseph