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TARA HARRIS

Cairo,IL

Summary

Capable Deputy Clerk offering 26 years of excellence in the County Clerk's office support. History of analyzing administrative effectiveness and developing improved procedures. Proficient in operation of standard office equipment and election, payroll, recording and voter registration software. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

27
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Alexander County
Cairo , IL

Chief Deputy County Clerk
06.1997 - Current

Job overview

  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members.
  • Tracked and recorded expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records.
  • Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
  • Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
  • Handled high volume of in-bound calls pertaining to reconciliation of delinquent accounts.
  • Worked with varies city, county, state and federal agencies
  • Act as Human Resource Officer for Alexander County
  • Conduct all local, state and federal elections
  • Maintain election, recording, payroll and tax software

Education

Cairo High School

High School Diploma

University Overview

Shawnee Community College

Associate of Arts

University Overview

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL

Bachelor of Science from Organizational Learning, Innovation And Development
2023.08 - Current (1 year & 9 months)

University Overview

Skills

  • Ul>

    Telephone etiquette

  • P>File and database management

  • P>Bookkeeping

    • P>Cash Management

    • P>Administrative support

    Timeline

    Southern Illinois University Carbondale
    Bachelor of Science from Organizational Learning, Innovation And Development
    2023.08 - Current (1 year & 9 months)
    Chief Deputy County Clerk
    Alexander County
    06.1997 - Current
    Cairo High School
    High School Diploma
    Shawnee Community College
    Associate of Arts
    TARA HARRIS