Telesia A. Pasese
Waipahu,USA
Summary
Motivated professional with three years of experience in legislative and public service projects, showcasing strong collaboration, deadline management, and comprehensive research skills. Proficient in writing, editing, and drafting, with a solid command of various software applications. Recognized for exceptional decision-making abilities and a strong work ethic, thriving in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Administrative Assistant
Office of Wellness & Resilience, Governor's Office
Honolulu, Hawaii
10.2024 - Current
- Organizes the workflow and manages requests for the OWR Executive Director’s approval to ensure effective and efficient statewide operations.
- Exercises discretion and good judgment with sensitive subjects and documents when handling all inquiries.
- Develops and implements internal electronic workflow systems for tracking departmental requests, correspondence, and other documents.
- Monitors and provides status updates for projects and reports variations or discrepancies.
- Supports operational and technological functions, including establishes and maintains electronic and hard copy files.
- Gathers and researches information for federal, state, and county government concerns/issues; refers select cases for action to appropriate departments and agencies; coordinates and/or collects information from various departments or agencies, and may make recommendations to the supervisor.
- Researches and makes recommendations on innovative process improvements.
- Able to operate enterprise-wide computer programs and standard office equipment, and function efficiently in a paperless environment. Familiarity with document management systems, or equivalent.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Communications Assistant
Office of U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Draft press releases and advisories to send out to media contacts.
- Write communication material (emails, newsletters, and informational flyers) to send out to 300,000+ constituents.
- Develops and updates social media and website content.
- Staffs and supports events for Congresswoman for a variety of topics.
- Supports the Communications Director and Digital Director in creating communication content for the Congresswoman.
- Maintains strong relationship with organizations, stakeholders, and media personnel to collaborate on projects.
- Assists in developing creative strategies to engage target audiences through different platforms.
- Provides administrative support by answering phones, taking constituent meetings, and following up on constituent requests.
- Takes constituent casework and collaborates with federal, state, and county agencies to help with constituent issues.
- A skillful, motivated, and reliable individual with three cumulative years of experience in providing quality projects related to legislation and public service; high collaborative skills in multiple tasks while managing competing deadlines; and proficiency with multiple software and a strong background in researching, editing, and drafting.
Legislative Assistant
Hawaii State Senate Majority Office
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Drafted legislative documents and track legislation.
- Enhanced writing and editing skills to ensure quality results in production.
- Edited and managed the formatting of legislative documents.
- Used legislative software to track documents in office.
- Created clear and concise writing to explain complex ideas and issues.
- Demonstrated time management skills to reach multiple priority deadlines.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with the office staff, along with Senate offices.
- Maintained clerical support for the office, including filing and organization projects.
- Adapted to fast-pace working environment while being flexible in different duties to meet deadline requirements.
Legislative Intern
Washington State Legislature
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Drafted talking points, updated agenda tracker, and helped with constituent casework.
- Researched legislation and tracked its progress, prepared reports for the senator, and edited writing material for the senator.
- Enhanced problem-solving, negotiation, oral, and decision-making skills to adjust to diverse situations.
- Conducted constituent and lobbyist meetings alone, recognizing the needs of each group and consulted with the senator to relay the groups' advocacy.
- Participated in legislative internship activities, collaborated with other interns for legislative assignments, and coordinated plans for cohort projects.
Intern
Oahu's First Circuit Court
Waipahu, USA
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Completed filing and organization projects for the judge and office clerks.
- Observed court hearings and improved on attentiveness toward little details.
- Gained experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Docs, and other software.
- Analyzed documents to provide corrections and adjustments needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Saint Martin's University
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Waipahu High School
05.2018
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Proficiency in MS Office
- E-filing and organization
- Adaptability
- Efficient
- Research
- Editing
- Advanced communication
- Proofreading
- Problem solving
- Collaboration
- Document preparation and management
- Press release drafting
- Research and analysis
- Attention to detail
- Strong technical writing
Timeline
Executive Administrative Assistant
Office of Wellness & Resilience, Governor's Office
10.2024 - Current
Communications Assistant
Office of U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda
06.2023 - 10.2024
Legislative Assistant
Hawaii State Senate Majority Office
12.2022 - 05.2023
Legislative Intern
Washington State Legislature
12.2021 - 04.2022
Intern
Oahu's First Circuit Court
06.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Saint Martin's University
High School Diploma -
Waipahu High School