DARLENE K. AKERS
**** ******* ***, ********, ** *3231
Cell: 614-***-****
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Office Coordinator/Administration
Experienced, innovative professional with proven ability to identify, analyze and solve problems to
increase client satisfaction and improve processes through expertise in:
• Extensive Administrative Assistant Skillset,Strong Work Ethic and Organization Skills
• Flexible To Meet Customer Needs,Energetic, Positive and Motivated
• Excellent Communication Skills, Proficient in MS Office / Outlook
Technical skills include the following systems: DocuTron, Bentley View, Microsoft
SQL, MRP Database, Adobe Acrobat 8.0, AS-400, Documentum Desk Top Client,
Jonas/Alchemy indexing station, MS Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Dbase, Prolog
Manager 7.5, Timberline, Quick books, Documentum E-Room, Share point
Education:
Park University, Columbus, OH / DSCC Branch of Missouri State - Major: Business Management
Licensed Notary-State of Ohio
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Chemical Abstract Services, Columbus, OH
Executive Assistant to VP of Editorial
2010-2011
(Temp Positions-thru Career Choices Unlimited)
Provided administrative support to Vice President of CAS Editorial Dept. Maintained calendars in MS
Outlook, scheduled domestic and international travel. Processed time sensitive and confidential Editorial
staff profiles while working closely with Human Resource dept .
Applied Mechanical Systems, Dublin, OH
2008-2010
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
(Laid off-Feb 2010)
Managed and maintained calendars in MS Outlook, scheduled travel arrangements, data entry, ordered
supplies and organized business functions for three Directors. Prepared and refreshed weekly reports for
time tracking and budgets that were directed to senior management. Worked directly with Division Branch
Manager, Service Project Managers and Technicians in the set up and management of all Columbus based
Service and Construction jobs including design build/ preventative maintenance contracts, dispatching
HVAC technicians and working with the City of Columbus to process permit applications and schedule
inspections.
Washington Group International, Denver, Colorado
2006 -2008
Document Information Resource Specialist
Functioned as a liaison between any given outside source and Washington Group Internationals
Corporate office to track, retain and organize all project documentation that evolves throughout the
Engineering, Procurement and Construction phases of all company projects.
Gilbane Building Company, Columbus, OH
2005 - 2006
Project Senior Support Assistant
Processed all construction site documentation and coordinating with Corporate Engineering, issues
pertaining to the Emission Controls Project at the Ohio State University.
Torcon, Inc., Westfield, NJ
Site Administrator/Document Control – Roxane Laboratories Columbus, OH 2003-
2005
Assisted General Contractor in all facets of construction site coordination and Engineering support for
Design-Build Projects.
Mowry Chiropractic – Powell, OH 43085
1998- 2002
Chiropractic Tech Assistant/Front Desk Administrator
Worked directly with Chiropractor to provide assistance in the development of patient x-rays, examination,
as well as provided assistance in therapy and served as front desk manager.
4 Attended and completed Chiropractic training seminars quarterly, which contributed to over 85%
new patient intake
5 Began course study for X-ray Technician.
6 Insured the timely, accurate processing of all Workers Compensation claims, and acted as liaison
between patient and insurance company providing doctor with weekly updates on billing status.
7 Reduced scheduling time by researching and implementing electronic scheduling software
program. Program improved scheduling by 90%.
Ross Laboratories – Columbus, OH 43025
(Division of Abbott Laboratories)
1991-1997
Purchasing Assistant I
Oversaw all procurement related activities in the Commodities and Ingredients division of
Materials Management.
2 Sourced and purchased Commodities and Ingredients through MRP database, while monitoring
the time- phase delivery to various Ross plant locations, Device Centers and Contract
Manufacturers.
3 Worked closely with Ross Quality Control officers to implement specification approval sign-off.
Administrative Assistant
(Ross Laboratories)
Assisted Maintenance Supervisor with departmental Cost Analysis, while supporting department
with all administrative needs.
3 Processed incoming work order requests, and assisted departments with Audio Visual needs.
4 Assisted Maintenance Supervisor with Cost Reporting, which contributed, in an annual
department saving of 23K.
5 Provided Asset Tagging/Inventory control for all incoming equipment.
Material Control Coordinator
Ross Laboratories
(Contract Position)
Assisted Project Scheduler in the expediting and specification approval process of all shop drawings and
submittals.
4 Oversaw material deliveries to site locations.
5 Traveled to various Ross Laboratories sites to monitor schedule timeline and material deliveries.
6 Acted as back up to department secretaries.
7 Provided back up support in Primavera scheduling.
References Available upon request