Vernice Chopper
Poplar,MT
Summary
- Ambitious Communications Specialist possessing strong public relations, communication and project management abilities.
- Committed to supporting company initiatives and programs.
- Driven to craft targeted messaging to promote and inform the general public of events, promotions, and campaigns.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
Ft. Peck Health Promotion Disease Prevention
Poplar, MT
07.2019 - Current
- Collaborate with the HPDP Director to develop overall goals and objectives and execute strong communications plan.
- Serve a key role in the development and coordination of effective, priority focused communications strategies that advance HPDP's mission, goals, and agenda with particular focus on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Write and edit copy for program initiatives and publications to ensure message and style match HPDP program policies and are consistent with strategic plan.
- Develop and manage content development and maintenance of HPDP social media.
Daily Living Coordinator
United Living Community
Brookings, SD
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted residents with daily needs such as washing clothes, emptying garbage, cleaning room.
- Took vitals and followed diet prescribed by Doctor.
- Prepared breakfast, lunch and supper for the next day.
- Assisted Nurses with daily meds.
Administrative Secretary
Indian Health Service - Administration
Poplar, MT
06.2009 - 01.2013
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining filing systems, managing correspondence, and scheduling appointments.
- Supported executive decision-making by preparing agendas, taking minutes during meetings, and distributing relevant information.
- Streamlined communication channels for optimal productivity, coordinating between departments and liaising with external stakeholders.
- Optimized time management with meticulous calendar maintenance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
Legal Secretary
Ft. Peck In-House Legal Counsel
Poplar, MT
03.2002 - 04.2003
- Streamlined office procedures for increased efficiency in handling legal matters.
- Enhanced attorney productivity with proficient management of case files and schedules.
- Reduced errors in legal documents by implementing thorough proofreading processes.
Administrative Secretary
Ft. Peck Foster Homes Program
Poplar, MT
11.2001 - 03.2002
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining filing systems, managing correspondence, and scheduling appointments.
- Assisted in the development of monthly rosters, foster home licenses.
- Expedited travel arrangements for director.
- Mastered multi-tasking abilities by effectively prioritizing and managing concurrent projects to ensure timely completion of all assigned tasks.
Resolutions Clerk/Recording Secretary
Fort Peck Tribes Administration Department
Poplar, MT
02.1997 - 09.2000
- Increased efficiency by streamlining filing systems and organizing important documents.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Enhanced office organization with regular maintenance of files, records, and supplies inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Poplar School
Poplar, MTBachelor's - Business
Montana State University - Northern
Havre, MT2026
Associates Degree - Business Administration
Fort Peck Community College
Poplar, MT2009
No Degree - Certificate in Accounting
Fort Peck Community College
Poplar, MT2007
Skills
- Media Relations
- Social Media Management
- Event Coordination
- Internal Communications
- Brand Promotion
- Photography
- Business Writing
References
Michelle Stromberg
(605) 408 - 6463
Mathew Deen
(507) 828 - 9537
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Ft. Peck Health Promotion Disease Prevention
07.2019 - Current
Daily Living Coordinator
United Living Community
06.2016 - 12.2016
Administrative Secretary
Indian Health Service - Administration
06.2009 - 01.2013
Legal Secretary
Ft. Peck In-House Legal Counsel
03.2002 - 04.2003
Administrative Secretary
Ft. Peck Foster Homes Program
11.2001 - 03.2002
Resolutions Clerk/Recording Secretary
Fort Peck Tribes Administration Department
02.1997 - 09.2000
High School Diploma -
Poplar School
Bachelor's - Business
Montana State University - Northern
Associates Degree - Business Administration
Fort Peck Community College
No Degree - Certificate in Accounting
Fort Peck Community College