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Tierra Washington

Tierra Washington

Chicago,IL

Summary

Adept at fostering professional relationships and streamlining office operations, I significantly enhanced team productivity and client satisfaction at Centers For New Horizons. My expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and strong problem-solving skills led to a 30% increase in operational efficiency, showcasing my ability to effectively manage and improve administrative processes. Motivated professional with extensive experience in customer service, sales and administrative tasks. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in [Area of expertise] and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Experienced administrative professional prepared for this role with strong background in office management, scheduling, and communication. Skilled in handling multiple tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth operations, and supporting executive teams. Team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs drive consistent achievement of organizational goals. Known for reliability and fostering positive work environment. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Centers For New Horizons
05.2017 - Current
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Contributed to policy updates, researching regulations to ensure company compliance.
  • Improved staff morale by organizing recognition programs, acknowledging outstanding contributions and fostering positive work culture.
  • Improved document processing speed by introducing automated templates for routine correspondence.
  • Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
  • Implemented new CRM system to track client interactions, improving response times and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
  • Supported recruitment processes, scheduling interviews and communicating with applicants to improve hiring timelines.
  • Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new software tools, increasing team productivity and reducing learning curves.
  • Negotiated with vendors to reduce office supply costs, leveraging bulk purchase agreements.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
  • Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
  • Enhanced communication within office, establishing weekly newsletter summarizing key updates and achievements.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, ensuring availability of essential items without overstocking.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, organizing meetings to discuss project progress and align objectives.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Performed research to collect and record industry data.
  • Managed scheduling for executive team, balancing complex calendars to ensure optimal use of time.

Education

Office Administator - Administrative Assistant

Business Industrial Resource Center
8 W. Wabash
11.2014

High School Diploma - Education

Jean Baptiste DuSable High School
4934 S. Wabash
06.2001

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Computer skills
  • Office administration
  • Administrative support
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • File organization
  • Microsoft outlook
  • Customer and client relations
  • Computer proficiency
  • Filing
  • Clerical support
  • Customer relations
  • Strong problem solver
  • Scheduling
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Office management
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Professional communication
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Dedicated team player
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Recordkeeping
  • Verbal communication
  • Data organization
  • Deadline oriented
  • Records management
  • Professional and mature
  • Calendar management
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Invoice processing
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Relationship building
  • Mail handling
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Document management
  • Data management
  • Data collection
  • Spreadsheets
  • Prioritization
  • Multi-line phone systems
  • Spreadsheet management
  • Client relations
  • Multi-line phone proficiency
  • Resourceful
  • Records administration
  • Event coordination
  • Tech-Savvy
  • Confidential document control
  • Meeting planning
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Documentation and control
  • Spreadsheet development
  • Internal communications
  • Schedule management
  • Internet research
  • Workflow optimization
  • Meeting arrangements
  • Records management systems
  • Multi-line telephone systems
  • Business administration
  • Attendance record management
  • Coordination
  • Employee timesheet processing
  • Expense reporting
  • Staff management
  • Office equipment maintenance
  • Reception oversight
  • Strategic planning
  • Team bonding
  • Research
  • Report generation

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Centers For New Horizons
05.2017 - Current

Office Administator - Administrative Assistant

Business Industrial Resource Center

High School Diploma - Education

Jean Baptiste DuSable High School
Tierra Washington