Tatyana M. Dawson
Manorville
Summary
Administrative professional with solid background in managing office tasks and supporting executive teams. Known for reliability and adaptability, consistently meeting dynamic business needs. Skilled in scheduling, document management, and fostering team collaboration to achieve results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Office Assistant- Central Purchasing & Contract Compliance
Town of Southampton
Southampton, New York
02.2024 - Current
- Assists the Town Attorney’s Office with the drafting, review and management of contract documents.
- Maintains an organized, comprehensive record system for all contract documentation to ensure compliance.
- Enters contract data into Procureware, facilitating efficient tracking of contract status and expiration dates.
- Prepares contracts for signature by the Town Supervisor’s office and provides notary services for official contract acknowledgement.
- Attends and documents bid openings, accurately recording bid submissions and entering results into Procureware.
- Coordinates communication between various departments and external vendors to ensure timely execution of contract terms.
Server
Wolffer Estate Vineyard
Sagaponack, New York
05.2016 - Current
- Provides guests with thorough and accurate descriptions of wine and food selections, enhancing their dining experience.
- Delivered exceptional service by engaging guests and guiding them through personalized wine tastings.
- Promotes premium reserve wines, effectively increasing sales and enriching guests' experiences.
- Participates in wine tastings and training sessions to continually expand knowledge and elevate overall guest satisfaction.
Office Assistant Part Time Court Clerk
Southampton Town Justice Court
Hampton Bays, New York
09.2020 - 02.2024
- Served as Clerk at the public help window, processing payments for court fines and responding to a variety of public inquiries.
- Created and managed court files for Town Code, traffic, and criminal cases, ensuring accurate documentation and case tracking.
- Processed legal documents, including suspensions, civil judgments, and bench and arrest warrant notices, in compliance with court procedures.
- Entered daily cash receipts into the system, balanced them with daily bank deposits, and recorded financial transactions in the ledger.
- Submitted electronic court dispositions to Albany, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Managed all mail-related duties, including the processing, distribution, and filing of court documents.
- Assisted in the courtroom, providing support to the Judge and facilitating smooth court flow during proceedings.
- Responded to a high volume of phone inquiries, offering assistance to the public, attorneys, and various agencies regarding court-related matters.
Intern, Community Affairs Bureau
Nassau County District Attorney
Mineola, New York
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Processed U-Visa receipt letters for the Office of Immigrant Affairs, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
- Created and maintained Excel spreadsheets for inventory management, tracking and organizing materials as needed.
- Provided administrative support to the Legal Secretary and District Attorney (D.A.) with special assignments, contributing to the efficiency of legal operations.
- Coordinated registration for the Nassau County Community & School Task Force Inaugural Meeting, facilitating event organization and attendance.
- Recorded detailed meeting notes during Nassau County Heroin Prevention Task Force meetings, ensuring accurate documentation of discussions and action items.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Long Island University- Post
Brookville, New York05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Long Island University- Post
Brookville, New York05-2018
Skills
- Software: Microsoft Office, The Courtroom Program, MinuteTraq, Procureware
- NYS Notary Public Expiration: 10/2028
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective problem solving
- Point-of-sale system
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Senior Office Assistant- Central Purchasing & Contract Compliance
Town of Southampton
02.2024 - Current
Office Assistant Part Time Court Clerk
Southampton Town Justice Court
09.2020 - 02.2024
Intern, Community Affairs Bureau
Nassau County District Attorney
01.2018 - 05.2018
Server
Wolffer Estate Vineyard
05.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Long Island University- Post
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Long Island University- Post
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:
Alpha Phi Sigma- Epsilon Beta Chapter, National Criminal Justice Honor Society, Pi Gamma Mu, International Social Sciences Honor Society