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Professional Summary

Detail-oriented [Job Title] with extensive experience supporting senior executives in large corporate environments. Organized and efficient Executive Assistant with [Number] years supporting top-tier executives in finance, sales and accounting.

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Driven Executive Assistant adept at developing and maintaining detailed administrative and procedural processes that reduce redundancy, improve accuracy and efficiency and achieve organizational objectives.

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Reliable [Job Title] with a keen focus on detail, accuracy and the impact of the finished product. Expertise in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks software.

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Ambitious and motivated [Job Title] bringing [Number] years of experience supporting multiple senior vice presidents, executive directors and senior partners. Executive administrative support professional offering versatile office management, planning and marketing skills. Executive administrative support professional offering versatile office management, planning and marketing skills. [Job Title] with [Number] years providing administrative support for executive-level staff, including coordinating complex travel arrangements and schedules.
Skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Results-oriented
  • Self-directed
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Event planning
  • Accurate and detailed
  • Excellent planner and coordinator
  • Business writing
  • Dedicated team player
  • Proofreading
  • Report development
  • Schedule management
  • Critical thinker
  • Project planning
  • Employee training and development
  • Project planning
  • Report analysis
  • Employee training and development
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Member, International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
Work History
Treasurer, 05/2016 to Current
MCSC – Fort Irwin, CA
  • Managed external contacts for CEO and kept track of periodic communication needed for priority contacts.
  • Managed the CEO's complex and frequently changing travel arrangements and coordinated the pre-planning of trips.
  • Conducted research to prepare, gather and proof briefing materials, agendas and decks for all executive-level meetings.
  • Developed and maintained an alert system for upcoming deadlines on incoming requests and events.
  • Assisted with team building initiatives and overall support for maintenance of organizational culture and employee morale.
  • Directed administrative functions for the directors, principals, consultants and key managers.
  • Distributed company-wide announcements, booked conference rooms and coordinated catering for annual staff development forum.
  • Located and attached appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies.
  • Frequently used word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
  • Developed and maintained an internal client filing system.
Instructor, First Sergeant Spouses Course, 03/2014 to Current
mjmj
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Customer Service
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Time Management
  • Business Administration
  • Data Entry
  • Strong Problem Solver
  • Superior Communication Skills
  • Office Management Skills
  • Business Development
  • Personal Document Management
  • Mail Management Meeting
Administrator, 09/2011 to Current
Virtual Family Readiness Group
  • Army Family Team Building - Fort Bliss, Texas Key Contributions
Substitute Teacher, mkm
  • 7th - 12th grades, August 2006 - June 2007 Ansbach Middle/High School, Ansbach, Armed Forces Overseas, Germany Key Contributions
Leader, 08/2006 to 06/2007
Family Readiness Group FRG Ansbach, Armed Forces
  • Key Contributions
Substitute Teacher, 08/2004 to 06/2006
Wurzburg American Middle School
  • Wurzburg, Armed Forces Overseas, Germany Key Contributions
Algebra and Math Tutor, 08/2004 to 06/2006
Wurzburg American Middle School
  • Wurzburg, Armed Forces Overseas, Germany Key Contributions
Leader, 08/2003 to 05/2005
Family Readiness Group FRG
  • Giebelstadt, Armed Forces Overseas, Germany Key Contributions
nj,, 07/2001 to Current
Memorial Baptist Church – Killeen, TX
  • Taught middle school level Math and Science, and administered quizzes and exams.
  • Created lesson plans, science projects, and organized field trips to enhance learning.
Substitute Teacher, 08/2000 to 05/2001
Memorial Baptist Church – Killeen, TX
  • Filled in for permanent teachers at and closely followed lesson plans to keep students focused and engaged.
  • Applied appropriate teaching strategies in the classroom with various skill levels of students ranging from preschool to 8th grade.
Instructor, Army Family Team Building (AFTB), 10/2000 to 10/2002
Army Community Services – Killeen, TX
  • Instructed adult learners on stress management, creative problem solving, customs and courtesies, coping and grieving, and change management.
  • Facilitated classes to help new members to the military community understand basic military terms and the Chain of Command.
Education
Associate of Science: May 2014
University of Oklahoma - Norman, Oklahoma
  • [Number] GPA
Bachelor of Science: May 2014
University of Oklahoma -

Master of Arts: May 1997
University of Mary Hardin - Baylor Belton, Texas
    Mathematics Biology
  • Business Writing seminar
Associate of Science: 2007
mkk -

Associate of Applied Science: 2014
mmm -
    Spouse Leadership Development Course at Sergeants Major Academy, 46.5 training hours 1
  • Microsoft Office Applications Certificate

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Professional Summary
Alert security professional bringing a proven history of providing exceptional leadership and superior security performance. Accustomed to leverage an adaptable nature and sound judgment in challenging situations. Enthusiastically seeking an opportunity to add value to the Knott's Berry Farm Security Team through nearly 18 years of Security Management/Supervision experience.
Skills
  • Security officer development
  • Security team management
  • Safety and security regulations
  • Daily incident reporting
  • Superior guest service
  • Military experience
  • Government security clearance
  • Arrest procedures
  • Weapons training
  • Conflict resolution techniques
Work History
Security Team Leader/ Security Supervisor 09/2010 to Current
Knott's Berry Farm – Buena Park, CA
  • Supervised grounds, employee entrances and exits and security officers on duty.
  • Oversaw a team of up to 14 security officers and managed administrative duties, including scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Developed improved training methods with a focus on public safety and officer awareness.
  • Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences.
  • Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
  • Assessed ongoing risk factors and suggested improvements to senior management.
Infantry Company First Sergeant 06/1993 to 05/2014
United States Army – Ft. Benning, Georgia
  • Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat.
  • Trained in the use of tear gas and explosives.
  • Performed as a fire team member during situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Communicated urgent orders and directions effectively to team of 25 personnel.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Supervised teams in support of security and installation law and order operations.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $5.5 Million
  • Planned and briefed personnel on missions.
  • Maintained security of the local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
  • Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
  • Reviewed disciplinary and other adverse actions and made recommendations.
Transit Police Officer 11/2002 to 11/2006
The Wackenhut Corporation/Denver Police Department – Denver, Colorado
  • Noted and followed up on any unusual behavior.
  • Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations.
  • Prevented crimes through careful observation and investigation of suspicious and unusual behavior.
  • Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and law infractions.
  • Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences.
  • Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports.
Security Supervisor 12/1998 to 06/2002
Disneyland Resort – Anaheim, CA
Education
High School Diploma: 1993 New Castle Senior High School - New Castle, PA
Bachelor of Arts: Criminal Law/Forensics 1998 University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN
Criminal Law/Family Law Hopkinsville Community College - Hopkinsville, KY

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Professional Summary
Affiliations
Upsilon Pi Epsilon: Honor Society Selected Member Association of Information Technology Professionals, Student Chapter: Individual Student Member Region 13
Skills
  • Strong analytical skills UNIX/LINUX
  • Strong collaborative skills Network asset management
  • Proficiency in TCP/IP protocols Information security
  • Excellent problem solving skills Document management
  • Knowledge of streaming video platforms Project management
  • Web content management
  • Technical Skills
  • Skills Experience Total Years Last Used
  • Microsoft Windows OS/95, 98, ME, Competent 5
  • XP Home, Vista, 7
  • Unix, Linux, Mac OSX, VMWare Competent 3
  • Java Development Basic 2
  • Microsoft Office/ Word, Excel, Competent 4
  • PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Adobe Photoshop CS6 Proficient 3
  • Exchange Server Competent 2
  • Firewall Configuration Proficient 4
Work History
Software Engineer, 08/2013 to Current
 IBM – Austin, Texas, United States
  • Able to understand WebSphere technologies and Java, broadly apply them to current and future IBM Support needs.
  • Consulted with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software.
  • Modified existing software to correct errors, upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
  • Worked effectively with design teams to ensure software solutions elevated client side experience.
Job Assistance, 10/2010 to 06/2012
 Texas Veterans Commission – 6200 W Central Texas Expy
  • Central Texas College Federal Work Study Killeen, T X Provided assistance to agency veteran's counselors, employment representatives and education program specialist.
  • Research and compiled job research.
  • Documented all veteran inquiries and comments thoroughly and quickly.
  • Accurately logged all daily customer service orders.
Training Supervisor, 08/2009 to 09/2010
 United States Army – Fort Hood, Texas
  • Supervised and operated 10 person staff for coordination of training, resources and programs for 400+ organization.
  • Created and designed specialized training curricula and instructed classes leading to 30 percent increase in personnel trained.
  • Oversaw, documented, and properly maintained documents containing sensitive information.
Contracting Officer Representative, 09/2008 to 07/2009
 United States Army – Talil, Iraq
  • Prioritized and Maintained liaison between five building material contractors and the Contracting Officer.
  • Supervised and supported 40+ projects by providing oversight of materials, labor, and work specifications, ensuring 1,200+ buildings and 15,000+ personnel were protected from explosions as Blast Mitigation Officer.
  • Maintained accountability for a stock yard containing with $10+ million in concrete protective barriers.
  • Approved, prepared and processed contract files from bid to completion and/or termination.
Range Control Operations Officer, 09/2008 to 07/2009
 United States Army – Tilil, Iraq
  • Talil, Iraq Oversaw and maintained three modern small arms ranges to support training and qualification requirements for 43,000+ users.
  • Authorized and Scheduled facility operations, exceeding training requirements for multiple weapon systems by 20 percent.
  • Administered safety briefings to key supervisors.
  • Revised and executed user interface operational standards allowing additional 4000+ soldiers to maintain qualification.
Base Defense Operation Supervisor, 06/2008 to 09/2008
 United States Army – Tilil, Iraq
  • Supervised and trained 35 man security force in area defense procedures, ensured operation of 10 observation towers, and enhanced force protection for 700+ personnel.
  • Organized and prioritized emplacement of weapon systems.
  • Performed daily checks of all security sites, ensuring alertness of personnel, sufficient supply of ammunition/water, and availability of required vehicles/equipment.
  • Served as operating system expert, provided technical support for the entire organization.
First Sergeant, 08/2007 to 03/2008
 United States Army – Fort Hood, Texas
  • Fort Hood, T X Oversaw, supervised and accounted for the physical training, fitness, moral, health, welfare and daily operations of 76 personnel and 3 managers.
  • Advised senior management on schedules, training, personnel and equipment status.
  • Oversaw and maintained responsibility of $9.4 million in equipment.
Personal Security Team Supervisor, 01/2006 to 07/2007
 United States Army – Baghdad, Iraq
  • Organized and operated 12 man Personnel Security Detachment (PSD) team to support IED detection, vehicle/individual safety, and route security requirements.
  • Oversaw and conducted 300+ personal security escort missions.
  • Supervised, trained, and integrated 24 new personnel into Security Teams for combat missions.
  • Aided Explosive Ordnance Detachments with the destruction of 20,000+ pounds of enemy improvised explosive devices and assorted munitions.
  • Greeted customers in a timely fashion, while quickly determining their needs.
Maneuver Section Leader, 06/2006 to 12/2006
 United States Army – Baghdad, Iraq
  • Supervised, trained, and oversaw the safety of 12 member maneuver section while conducting 320+ combat and joint patrols with local national security police.
  • Oversaw and maintained accountability of $12+ million worth of equipment which included computers, generators, vehicles, and housing facilities.
Infantry Platoon Sergeant, 10/1998 to 05/2006
 United States Army – Fort Hood, Texas
  • Fort Hood, T X Supervised, trained and supported four 6-man teams in weapon system operations, maintenance, and safety.
  • Planned, conducted, and trained senior managers on the implantation, flexibility, and capability of indirect fire systems.
  • Assigned, operated and maintained vehicles and equipment valued $75+ million.
  • Ensured 30+ Fire Direction Center (FDC) personnel passed an FDC examination semiannually with 100% success rate.
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Information Technology, 2013
 Excelsior College - Albany, NY
 Information Technology
Bachelor of Science: Information Technology, December 2013
 Excelsior College - Albany, New York
 Information Technology Network Management Member of Upsilon Pi Epsilon (UPE), the national honor society for computing and information disciplines. 64
Associate of Science: Administrative Management , 2011
 Excelsior College - Albany, New York
 General Studies Administrative/ Management Studies 60
Certification Course:
Contract Certification Talil, Iraq Contracting Officer Representative coursework Senior Leader Course:
Diploma: Advance Non Commission Officer Studies, 2008
 United States Amor School - Fort Knox, Kentucy
Combat Arms Advanced Non-Commissioned Officers Course. Coursework in Leadership Management, and Teamwork.: 2005
 U.S. Army -
Microsoft Office Fort Hood, T X, United States Microsoft Office System Certification Course: 1999
 Fort Benning, GA
Advanced Leader Course: 1997
Diploma: Fort Benning, GA
Coursework in Leadership Management:
Master of Science: Information Technology, 2016
 Kaplin University - 9000 Keystone Crossing, Suite 800, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Additional Information
  • Military Awards Received Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, 10 Army Commendation Medals, 7 Army Achievement Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert Infantryman Badge, Air Assault Badge.

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