Project Manager Administrative Assistant

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

- Customer - Microsoft Office - Organizational - HR Generalist

Relations Suite Integrity

- Relationship - Project Management - Communication - Professionalism

Building Skills

- Business - Recruiting - Problem Solving - Confidentialism

Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Nov 08-Current

Self employed and caretaker for an ailing parent.

Omeros Corp. - 1420 5th Avenue, Suite 2600, Seattle, WA (206-664-

5000)

June 12, 07 - Oct 29, 08

Finance and Human Resource Coordinator - Newly created position for a

startup bio-tech company. I assisted with the setup office policies

and procedures for a fast paced, rapidly growing environment. I

developed various job descriptions taking information from surveys and

interviewing managers. I helped with the creation of performance

evaluations and training procedures; and, assisted with the creation

of the company's first policy handbook. I built strong relationships

with various recruiting agencies and assisted with the recruiting and

interviewing of both professional and non-professional candidates. I

setup and maintained employee benefits plans and confidential

information/files as well as created the database to track EEO1 and

Affirmative Action information. As Finance Coordinator, I assisted

with processing checks, collections, and data entry (PeachTree), as

well as collaborated new work flow processes. I created a database

for cost and performance comparisons and tracked all employee leave

(sick, vacation, FMLA, bereavement, other). I also performed

executive assistant functions such as bulk mailing, correspondence

with investors, scheduled meetings and travel, created PowerPoint

presentations, Excel spreadsheets, and file management.

Perky's Espresso - 11811 Canyon Rd E., Puyallup, WA 253-***-****)

May 15, 03 - July 31, 06

Owner/Operator - I supervised a staff of 7 and managed the daily

activities for two shifts. My duties included: bookkeeping, payroll,

purchasing and inventory, equipment maintenance, cash

reporting/deposits, and opening/closing. I successfully maintained

customer relations and created marketing strategies for our products,

including promotional ideas. I ensured proper cash handling and

company policies & procedures were adhered as well as compliance to

all state/city codes. I managed all human resources issues including

recruiting, training, conflict resolution, and termination.

Intel Corp - 2800 Center Drive, DuPont, WA 253-***-****)

Nov 20, 00 - Sept 21, 02

Administrative Assistant - I provided support to four Intel sites, six

high level managers and 65 individual contributors with minimal

supervision. I filled in for two high-level administrators in their

absences. I prepared recruitment documents, interview schedules,

candidate travel, and conducted background investigations as well as

provided training for employment candidates. I managed the office and

the coordination of administrative functions such as expenditure

comparisons, space management, public relations, equipment/supply

needs, report/research/preparation and modification of work flow. I

helped successfully coordinate and execute a major multi-unit move

from one building to another. I made national and international

travel arrangements and prepared expense reports. I gained experience

with project management and compiled various weekly reports for the

Director. I conducted meetings and prepared PowerPoint presentations.

I was the project coordinator for a successful new product symposium.

I also coordinated on- and off-site weekly, monthly, and quarterly

unit meetings.

Olympia Police Department - 900 Plum St, Olympia, WA 360-***-****)

Feb 10, 99 - Sept 2, 99

Police Officer - I earned first choice out of 350 candidates. I

patrolled designated areas of the city and responded to dispatch calls

for police assistance and/or investigation. I established and

maintained control over people, traffic, and property; and, issued

citations and/or tickets as well as made arrests. I provided

protection of life and property. I conducted preliminary

investigations that included gathering of evidence, taking verbal and

written statements, and photographs. I prepared written reports,

testified in court, and made various public presentations. I

maintained knowledge and interpretation of state laws and city codes

and ensured their application. I managed confidential

information/property. I developed, coordinated, managed, and tracked

projects and complied project reports. I also developed the CSO

program for the department; coordinated multiple projects to match the

needs of the department; and, supervised 20+ volunteers who provided

assistance to patrol officers in various capacities. I conducted

public safety presentations to neighborhood and business groups.

Washington State Investment Board - 2100 Evergreen Park Dr., Olympia,

WA 360-***-****)

Dec 9, 92 - Feb 5, 99

Administrative Assistant - I provided executive managerial support to

the Chief Investment Officer. I managed portfolios for the Washington

State Retirement Funds and assigned administrative duties to 12

professional investment staff. I used independent judgment to

accomplish assignments and solve problems; and, ensured all state

compliance codes were adhered to. I researched and prepared

background information for the Chief Investment Officer's professional

commitments. I supervised projects, administration, and personnel

issues. I managed the office and which included functions such as

expenditure comparisons, space management, public relations, equipment

needs, research/preparation, modifications to work flow, and travel

coordination and reimbursement. I supervised two support staff. I

was responsible for preparing two investor committee and one investor

board meeting per month. I maintained a successful relationship with

stakeholders. I was in charge of preparing and supervising extensive

Requests for Proposal processes. I worked with outside consulting firm

to assist with the design of a tracking database for the Washington

State retirement funds.

Washington State Office of Financial Management - Olympia, WA

Apr 23, 90 - Dec. 8, 92

Secretary - I managed multiple agency audits and recommendations

ensuring deadlines were met. I composed, typed, and edited

correspondence for six professional audit staff. I created official

efficiency and accountability audit reports and recommendations

derived from investigations. I ensured agencies were in compliance

with state policies and regulations. I developed, interpreted, and

explained policies and procedures to various agencies; and, helped

with the development of recommendations and solutions for department

issues and growth. I supervised a two clerical staff. I was

secretarial support for the Small Business Association for Women. I

assisted with Labor Relations concerning employee grievances

(mitigation).

Washington State Dept. of Ecology - Olympia, WA

Dec 13, 89 - Apr 22, 90

I was hired permanent with state of Washington as a receptionist and

promoted to the secretarial position with the Office of Financial

Management.

Washington State Centennial Commission - Olympia, WA

Aug 10, 87 - Dec 12, 89

Project Manager - I developed and managed various state-wide

events/projects. I hosted international and national dignitaries at

various centennial events. I coordinated with the Washington State

Patrol personal protection and travel for the Governor, First Lady,

Secretary of State and, the President of the United States. I

solicited and managed public relations (sponsorships) and media

relations.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES

. TESOL, Online - Certification for teaching English abroad

. Kaplan University, Online - Communications / Marketing

. Genesis Business College, Olympia, WA - Real Estate

. South Puget Sound Community College, Olympia, WA

. The Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA - Public Administration

. Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission - Police

Officer Certification

. Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission - Reserve

Police Officer Certification

. Capital Business College, Olympia, WA - Secretarial Certification

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

. Member of the Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce

. Reserve Police Officer - Lacey Police Department

. Harbor Patrol - Olympia Police Department

. Host for foreign exchange students - Olympia High School/Evergreen

State College

. Community Service Officer - Olympia Police Department

. 4-H leader - equine

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