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Yalonda McDonald

Summary

Hardworking and Passionate job seeker with strong interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. A dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Administrator

McDonald Timber Co LLC
04.2022 - Current
  • Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees.
  • Bolstered project success through diligent tracking of deadlines, allocation of resources, and provision of status updates as needed.
  • Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
  • Established busi8ness priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue activities.
  • Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality crews.
  • Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Assistant Office Administrator

C&Y Trucking, Inc.
09.2004 - 01.2021


  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Updated department procedures manuals regularly to reflect changes in policies or protocols.
  • Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow, and readability.
  • Maintained accurate records of office expenses, contributing to budget control and cost reduction efforts.
  • Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
  • Answered phones, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and coordination of loads for all of our drivers.
  • Provided backup to owner to assist with various tasks whenever needed.
  • Monitored and oversaw general cleaning of office in line with company cleanliness standards.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
  • Managed office supply inventory, placing orders as necessary to maintain optimal stock levels at all times.
  • Facilitated the onboarding elog devices for new employees through orientation sessions and training material distribution.
  • Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt payments.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Assisted in the management of daily office operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and activities.

CCSO Dispatcher

Cullman County Sheriffs Office
08.2003 - 08.2004
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of the patrol fleet vehicles.
  • Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
  • Coordinated with drivers to facilitate efficient arrival routes.
  • Coordinated multi-agency responses effectively during large-scale incidents or natural disasters.
  • Utilized dispatch software to enter customer orders, arrivals and departures.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to customers in a courteous manner.
  • Monitored and tracked dispatch communication systems.
  • Consistently met performance metrics for call handling, contributing to the overall success of the department.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient during emergencies.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within ample time.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Drafting & Design Technology

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, AL
05.2003

High School Diploma -

Meek High School
Arley, AL
05.2000

Skills

  • Leadership and Supervision
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Training and Development
  • Performance Review & Training
  • Emergency Response
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Administration and Reporting
  • Design & Creative Thinking
  • AutoCAD Software Proficiency
  • Blueprint Interpretation

Timeline

Office Administrator

McDonald Timber Co LLC
04.2022 - Current

Assistant Office Administrator

C&Y Trucking, Inc.
09.2004 - 01.2021

CCSO Dispatcher

Cullman County Sheriffs Office
08.2003 - 08.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Drafting & Design Technology

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville

High School Diploma -

Meek High School
Yalonda McDonald