Summer Howell
Moss Point,MS
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
DSA & Payroll
NSC Staffing
12.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Maintained accurate records of all onboarding activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Supported talent acquisition efforts by ensuring a seamless and positive onboarding experience for all new hires.
- Managed scheduling of new hire training sessions, maximizing efficiency across multiple departments.
- Completed required criminal, credit, or drug tests for new hires.
- Put together employee files and collected required digital or physical information to meet requirements.
- Helped new hires complete and submit required paperwork, set up benefits accounts, and initiate direct deposits.
- Always willing to help in other areas, other than my rolls I was hired for.
Legal Secretary
Van Cleave Law
09.2020 - 12.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Transcribed legal documents and phone conversations.
- Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
- Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
- Supported attorneys during trials by efficiently coordinating exhibits, witness interviews, and other essential tasks.
- Collaborated with attorneys to prepare comprehensive trial materials, assisting in successful case outcomes.
Recruiter
Automation Personnel Services
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Leveraged social media platforms for employer branding, attracting wider pool of applicants.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Verified payroll, vacation and sick time hours to support accounting processes.
- Assisted in onboarding new hires, facilitating a smooth transition into their roles and supporting employee retention efforts.
- Managed a database of qualified candidates, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information to expedite the hiring process.
Legal Secretary
David L. Lord & Associates
05.2012 - 08.2018
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
Office Manager/ Recruiter
B&D Contracting
06.2009 - 12.2012
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Created engaging job postings that accurately reflected position requirements.
- Maintained all reports, such as; new hire, terminations, onboarding documents, mileage, office expenses.
- Ensured that all of our employees were paid the correct hours and delivered paychecks on a timely manner to the clients.
Payroll Coordinator
Global Employment Services
07.2007 - 05.2008
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Reduced payroll errors by diligently auditing employee timecards and promptly addressing discrepancies.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate Degree Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MSHigh School Diploma -
Pascagoula High School
Pascagoula, MS05-2002
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
Timeline
DSA & Payroll
NSC Staffing
12.2024 - Current
Legal Secretary
Van Cleave Law
09.2020 - 12.2024
Recruiter
Automation Personnel Services
09.2018 - 09.2020
Legal Secretary
David L. Lord & Associates
05.2012 - 08.2018
Office Manager/ Recruiter
B&D Contracting
06.2009 - 12.2012
Payroll Coordinator
Global Employment Services
07.2007 - 05.2008
Associate of Science - Associate Degree Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
Pascagoula High School
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