Reliable Administrative Assistant driven to promote operational efficiency through advanced administrative and decision-making abilities. Insightful and productive team member with active communication skills. Employs flexible approach to resolving daily issues.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Mesquite ISD
Mesquite, TX
09.2022 - Current
Instructed across 5 different subjects and P.E
Classes (average of 22 students grades K-8)
Engaged students, developing team building activities that enhanced student motivation
Incorporated digital technology into learning instruction
Collaborated with teachers in developing long term plans for struggling students
Supported struggling and ESL students to improve targets
Implemented hands on activities for kinesthetic learning
Adhered to strict school policies and procedures for students with disciplinary issues
Worked between 1-5 days per week during the school year and many times taken long-term substitute positions.
Administrator Assistant
Smith Hamilton Inc.
Farmers Branch, TX
04.2016 - 12.2018
Established, updated and maintained paper-based and digital files and records in cabinets and document management systems
Contacted customers for completed orders and engaged clients to gauge satisfaction and solicit feedback
Monitored inventory and ordered new supplies and equipment before stock depletion
Coordinated and organized meetings, conference calls and appointments to distribute resources and technologies fairly
Received, sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing mail and faxes to correct destinations
Collected and prepared operating reports from time-and-attendance, termination and new hire records
Issued and tracked document numbers to monitor and maintain filing order
Ordered office supplies to minimize costs and reduce waste
Maintained scheduling and event calendars for staff meetings, parties and important deadlines
Directed calls based on query type to streamline support
Anticipated and prepared materials needed for conferences and meetings
Helped maintain office organization for aesthetic appeal and easy access to supplies
Received and distributed incoming mail and digital correspondence
Coordinated events for office staff, organizing resources and preventing scheduling conflicts
Entered information onto digital systems to maintain data quality and accuracy
Reserved restaurants, clubs and other venues for client meetings
Updated databases and spreadsheets regularly to track progress
Supported workflow of daily administrative tasks to achieve targets and deadlines.
Retail Sales Associate
The Container Store
Dallas, TX
05.2013 - 04.2016
Delivered consistent high-quality service to maintain customer loyalty
Addressed, researched and resolved customer issues
Utilized POS system to process cash, credit card and mobile pay transactions
Promoted customer loyalty program or store credit card to meet performance targets
Attended and participated in store meetings to improve teamwork and achieve targets
Organized and faced products on shelves and in displays to comply with merchandising standards
Participated in learning opportunities and store meetings to enhance job knowledge
Monitored security of company property, reporting damaged or missing products
Used business and product knowledge to solve customer needs
Set productive work goals and established priorities to meet them
Answered customer questions about return and exchange policies
Built temporary displays to highlight promotional events
Leveraged hand trucks to unload merchandise
Improved individual performance by accepting direction and feedback
Built rapport and maintained strong working relationships inside and outside organization
Built attractive displays to promote sale items
Suggested additional products and services to increase sales
Developed individual relationships with customers from greeting through post-sale contact
Handled customer purchase paperwork, tracking orders in response to customer queries
Updated pricing and signage to advertise sales or seasonal products.
Soldier
1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry of the United States Army
Fort Hood, TX
01.2006 - 04.2010
Army Combat Soldier
Fought in military combat with heavy weapons
Patrolled assigned areas to maintain security presence
Maintained, cleaned and properly used equipment
Protected people and property with extensive training and using military techniques
Trained with other soldiers for long hours per day
Received special training and recognition in Detainee Guard, Cook, Radio Operator
Took and followed orders from commanders without question
Provided overwatch for platoons out on patrol with team's mobile gun system
Filled in for colonel and command sergeant majors' secretaries
Carried specialized equipment, protective clothing and other gear depending on degree of physical risk
Accomplished and completed special assignments and missions.
Army Brigade Secretary
Organized and maintained executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements and conference calls.
Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
Greeted visitors in a professional manner and directed them to appropriate personnel or offices.
Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
Sorted mail and distributed it to appropriate personnel or departments within the organization.
Coordinated meeting logistics such as room reservations and catering services.
Assisted with special projects or tasks related to departmental functions upon request.
Created agendas and took minutes during meetings; distributed notes in a timely manner afterwards.
Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
Managed calendar reminders for upcoming deadlines or events associated with the office.
Proofread documents before submission; corrected any errors found in grammar or punctuation.
92G Food Service Specialist
Protected personnel from potential foodborne illnesses by keeping kitchen work areas clean and sanitary
Handled, prepared and cooked foods for diners in [Type] facility
Cooked food thoroughly following established recipes and good culinary practices
Operated military kitchens and dining facilities according to strictest standards
Protected customers with superb food handling and cleaning practices
Assisted servers to move food out of kitchen quickly
Cleaned fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking and serving
Prepared for busy periods by cutting, slicing and washing frequently used ingredients
Kept kitchen organized, clearing waste and leftover foods.
Brigade Combat Radio Operator
Handled caller inquires with diligence and attention to detail to coordinate swift resolutions
Sent and received transmission instructions through timely communications with receiving operators
Arranged communications between vessels and on-site crew members, keeping lines open and equipment functional with careful management
Maintained station message logs for IED locations, CACHE findings, Arial support, Ground Support, and general travel activities
Assisted with emergency response coordination by monitoring frequencies and relaying distress calls
Documented communications between all companies in the Division in master log
Facilitated connections by operating branch exchange switchboards covering communications across Iraq.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies -
University of Texas at Dallas
05.2022
Associates in Arts of Teaching - Teaching- EC- 6th Grade -
Eastfield Community College
05.2015
Diploma -
Bryan Adams High School
05.2005
Skills
Communication (written and Verbal
Prioritization and problem-solving
Adaptability
Attention to detail
Relationship Building
File Management
Office Administration
Data Processing
Scheduling appointments
Proofreading documents
Calendar Management
Administrative Support
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Mesquite ISD
09.2022 - Current
Administrator Assistant
Smith Hamilton Inc.
04.2016 - 12.2018
Retail Sales Associate
The Container Store
05.2013 - 04.2016
Soldier
1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry of the United States Army
01.2006 - 04.2010
92G Food Service Specialist
Brigade Combat Radio Operator
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies -
University of Texas at Dallas
Associates in Arts of Teaching - Teaching- EC- 6th Grade -