Tykeyia McKennedy
Summary
Administrative support specialist with over 5 years of experience in providing high-level administrative and technical support to senior leadership within state and federal agencies. Skilled in customer service, calendar management, meeting coordination, and document preparation, with a strong focus on efficiency and attention to detail. Adept at managing confidential information, facilitating executive meetings, and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. Seeking to leverage expertise in a dynamic environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant II
Chenega Professional and Technical Services (Contractor at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
12.2021 - Current
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior leadership within the Division of Scientific Education and Professional Development (DSEPD).
- Manage and coordinate executive and team calendars, ensuring conflict-free scheduling for both recurring and ad hoc meetings.
- Prepare, proofread, and edit documents, ensuring adherence to CDC standards and policies.
- Organize and facilitate meetings and events, handling all logistics including agendas, teleconferencing setups, and follow-up actions.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and execution of tasks.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Administrative Assistant
Eagle Global Scientific (Contractor at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided on-site administrative support to CDC’s Occupational Health Clinic, focusing on the vaccination campaign for Flu and COVID-19/Boosters.
- Triaged COVID-19 medical clearance requests to determine if clinical consult is needed based on given criteria
- Managed executive schedules and appointments, ensuring compliance with CDC protocols and federal regulations.
- Assisted with the preparation and management of confidential medical records and documents.
- Coordinated meeting logistics, including securing conference rooms and managing teleconferencing setups
Human Services Specialist II
S.C, Human Services
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Supervised a team of 15 employees, ensuring accurate application of Medicaid policies and procedures.
- Conducted interviews and managed case files, maintaining a 100% accuracy rate, leading to quarterly bonuses.
- Developed and implemented new filing systems that improved productivity for remote workers.
- Prepared detailed reports for upper management, contributing to policy and operational improvements.
Education
Bachelor's - Public Health
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05.2018
Skills
- Customer Service: Over 8 years of experience in providing professional and courteous service to clients and stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met promptly and effectively
- Calendar Management: Expertise in managing conflict-free executive calendars
- Executive Support: Providing administrative and technical assistance to senior leadership
- Document Preparation: Coordinating and proofreading high-quality documents and presentations
- Meeting Coordination: Organizing executive meetings, including logistics, agendas, and follow-ups
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, enabling clear and effective interactions with clients, colleagues, and senior leadership
- Administrative Support: Handling confidential documents and managing office supplies and equipment
Timeline
Administrative Assistant II
Chenega Professional and Technical Services (Contractor at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
12.2021 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Eagle Global Scientific (Contractor at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
09.2021 - 12.2021
Human Services Specialist II
S.C, Human Services
05.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor's - Public Health
University of South Carolina
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