Traci Taack
Pelham
Summary
Professional with strong background in executive support, adept at managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information. Highly skilled in communication, organization, and problem-solving, ensuring seamless office operations. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting flexibly to changing needs and priorities. Dependable and resourceful, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Dean
Birmingham School of Law
Birmingham, AL
08.2025 - Current
- Managed executive schedules, coordinating meetings and travel logistics efficiently.
- Responsible for the State Certification and Legal Internships.
- Assist with Semester Scheduling, all book ordering for each class.
- Process all exams on software programs for faculty, and assist with all scheduling for deferred and or special accommodation exams.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, ensuring easy access to critical documents.
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
NatureScape
Pelham, AL
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Processed payments, prepared invoices, reconciled bank statements, and maintained records of accounts receivable and payable.
- Accurately entered financial transactions into Quickbooks and ensured that all data was accurate and up-to-date.
- Processed bills by recording invoices received from suppliers or vendors on Quickbooks.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies in a timely manner with excellent customer service skills.
- Developed training materials and provided orientation sessions to new hires.
- Managed complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
LEAD SERVER, MANAGER
Wilson Creek Winery
Temecula, CA
01.2013 - 06.2023
- Provided guests with exceptional service through knowledge of menu items, wine pairings, and specials offered throughout the evening.
- Trained new servers in restaurant procedures, daily operations, and server duties.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by providing guidance, support, and direction to staff members in order to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Interacted with guests to drive satisfaction and loyalty.
- Responsible for over 50 employees, which included all aspects of Human Resources, payroll and scheduling that adhered to labor costs.
- Supervised and trained team members to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflow processes to optimize operational effectiveness in busy environments.
DIRECTOR OF SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Nutland Foods
Bakersfield, CA
03.2009 - 09.2012
- Nutland Foods was a family owned Business that manufactured high quality GMO, Gluten Free nut based products. We focused on specialty stores which included Whole Foods, Sprouts and Gelsons.
- I conducted all new hire initiations and product trainings and generated quarterly accurate sales and inventory reports.
- Grew the existing store count. From 80 to over 600 in two years while managing 60 key national accounts.
- Utilized CRM software to track sales performance metrics, such as quotas and revenue goals.
Education
Child Development
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CASkills
- Executive support
- Administrative support
- Office management
- Information confidentiality
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the Dean
Birmingham School of Law
08.2025 - Current
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
NatureScape
07.2023 - 06.2024
LEAD SERVER, MANAGER
Wilson Creek Winery
01.2013 - 06.2023
DIRECTOR OF SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Nutland Foods
03.2009 - 09.2012
Child Development
Moorpark College