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Tesha Miller

CITY OF DETROIT( General service Department)
Highland Park,MI
35
Years of experience

Administrative professional experienced in supporting forestry operations, managing resident service requests, and tracking emergency responses. Skilled in project coordination, operational reporting, and process improvement, consistently enhancing resident contact inspection turnaround and request accuracy through meticulous follow-through and cross-department collaboration. Proven expertise in project management, driving efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery and operational processes.

Work History

Administrative Assistant Grade II

2 Years 5 Months
CITY OF DETROIT( General service Department) | Detroit, Michigan | 06.2024 - Current

Supported forestry division administrative tasks and reporting needs to advance department goals and public service.

Reviewed documents, tracked resident inquiries, and responded to service requests through Improve Detroit, phone, email, and ombudsman channels; supported storm emergency phone line.

Maintained Cartegraph records for service requests, work orders, and operational activity to support data accuracy, completeness, and timely processing.

Compiled storm-related addresses and service needs in Smartsheet, creating centralized tracking resource for department heads and employees to improve accountability.

Used storm-response data to group work by geographic area, prioritize needs, and support efficient resource deployment; updated completion status as crews finished assigned work.

Coordinated assignments with supervisors, employees, inspectors, and departments, monitored open concerns, and followed through on timely task completion.

Assigned and tracked internal crew and coordinated tree inspection follow-up and monitored service requests to identify unresolved items.

Contributed to reported improvements of 40% in resident contact, 25% in inspection turnaround, and 35% in timely and accurate entry of requests received by phone, email, and ombudsman channels.

Reviewed and processed vendor invoices and work orders, and maintained operational records in Cartegraph for accurate tracking of new-hire information.

Processed employee timekeeping, attendance, and PTO; maintained disciplinary documentation and coordinated employee actions in line with City procedures.

Coordinated supply and equipment orders, supported special-event planning and execution, and partnered with leadership on consistent procedures and change-control coordination.

Shipping & Receiving Coordinator /Dock Coordinator

2 Years 6 Months
Magna Seating International | Highland Park, Michigan | 08.2021 - 02.2024

• Facilitated daily shipping, receiving, inventory, and dock operations for 40 union employees.

• Collaborated with internal teams and external partners to address discrepancies, scheduling issues, and workflow interruptions.

• Organized work assignments, trained staff, and improved workflows to address operational problems.

• Reviewed inventory and performance information to maintain accuracy, accountability, and efficient resource use.

• Contributed to large inventory projects by coordinating audits, record checks, and schedules.

Assistant Payment Worker

3 Years 2 Months
State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services | Redford, Michigan | 05.2018 - 07.2021
  • • Managed caseload of over 800 cases, maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to case processing timelines.

• Verified case details for accuracy and compliance, gathering and assessing information to support administrative decisions.

• Processed client applications for Michigan Department of Health and Human Services benefit programs, ensuring timely access to essential services.

• Conducted interviews, prepared reports, resolved discrepancies, and handled multiple deadlines while protecting confidential information.

Janitorial Supervisor

27 Years
Fort Washington Assoc.-American Building Maintenance Co | Detroit, MICHIGAN | 12.1991 - 12.2018

Coached and supervised team of 50+ employees, maintaining safety protocols and cleaning standards.

led training programs, strengthening skills in organizational management and performance evaluations.

Administered budgets to optimize operational efficiency, enhancing service delivery outcomes directly.

followed SEUI union contract provisions.

Education

Master of Science - Public Health

Capella University | Minneapolis, MN | 02-2014

Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration

University of Detroit Mercy | Detroit, MI | 04-2009

Skills

Project management
Data quality control
Operational reporting
Service request tracking
Process improvement
Critical thinking
Progress monitoring
Change control support
Resident relations
Cross-departmental collaboration
Workforce coordination
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Multi-program analytics

Timeline

Administrative Assistant Grade II

CITY OF DETROIT( General service Department)
06.2024 - CurrentRead More

Shipping & Receiving Coordinator /Dock Coordinator

Magna Seating International
08.2021 - 02.2024Read More

Assistant Payment Worker

State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
05.2018 - 07.2021Read More

Janitorial Supervisor

Fort Washington Assoc.-American Building Maintenance Co
12.1991 - 12.2018Read More

Capella University

Master of Science from Public Health
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University of Detroit Mercy

Bachelor of Science from Health Services Administration
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Tesha Miller