SHAMIYA RIDLEY
E-mail: **************@*****.***
Phone 757-***-****
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position that allows me to utilize my skills and educational
background in a rewarding career in the Human Resources field.
EDUCATION
Old Dominion University 08/04-05/08, Norfolk,
VA
. Bachelor of Science in Communications
. Major: Communications
. Minor: Marketing
EXPERIENCE
CMA CGM (America) LLC 05/08-Present, Norfolk, VA
Export Documentation Coordinator
. Responsible for processing ocean export shipment documentation while
providing excellent service to customers, overseas agents, and
complying with overseas port rules.
. Ensure shipper's instructions include all required information for
overseas. customs.
. Manifest bills of lading while ensuring a high degree of accuracy. As
well as release bills of lading that meet the requirements.
. Handle corrections received from shippers within established time
limits.
. Act as liaison with overseas agents and CMA-CGM personnel
. Validate the payment terms as per the Customer's shipping
instructions.
. Send bills of lading proof copies and invoices to customers as
required.
. Handle all inquiries from customers or internal associates.
. Hours of work: 40 hours per week
City of Norfolk (Nauticus) 06/06-10/08, Norfolk,
VA
Marketing & Public Relations Assistant
. Managed and fulfilled community outreach donations program and
maintained database of receivers.
. Coordinated select special event functions.
. Created facilities schedules for facility visitors. Additionally,
produced any supplemental materials for special events or the
Marketing department.
. Compiled and analyzed all visitor surveys.
. Wrote news releases and other copy as needed as well as maintain all
media clip files.
. Hours of work: appx. 15-30 hours per week
Riverside Regional Medical Center 06/05-12/07, Newport News,
VA
Junior Executive Administrative Assistant
. Performed general receptionist duties including answering phones,
referring and screening calls.
. Obtained insurance preauthorization and benefits for applicable
patients.
. Responsible for functions related to scheduling patients, notifying
transportation, calling outpatients, interacting with members of the
general public, and screening visitors to minimize employee
interruptions in a fast-paced environment.
. Hours of work: appx 20 hours per week
Lane Bryant
03/04-01/05, Hampton, VA
Sales Associate
. Maintained an awareness of all promotions and advertisements.
. Assisted in floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and
housekeeping.
. Sold merchandise and credit as well as rang up sales at registers.
. Ensured that each customer received outstanding service by providing a
friendly environment, which included greeting and acknowledging every
customer, maintaining product knowledge and all other aspects of
customer service.
. Hours of work: appx 8-25 hours per week
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Alpha Kappa Psi Co-Ed Business Fraternity Fall 06-
Present, Norfolk, VA
Vice President of Brotherhood
. Planned and produced fraternity functions to build brotherhood and
unity amongst members.
Dean of Pledge
. Oversaw the activities and initiatives of the pledge class and acted as
a liaison between the pledges and the brotherhood.
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Butterfly Productions, Event Planning and Management 6/07-5/08,
Norfolk, VA
. Maintained esthetic integrity of all events through setup and styling
of d cor, floral and food arrangements.
. Assisted with the setup and break-down of company events.
March 17, 2010
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing in response to the Human Resources Assistant position with
your company. I believe the position requirements and my skills are a
perfect match.
As you will see on my attached resume, I have the educational background
and professional experience for which you are searching. In addition, I am
motivated and enthusiastic, and would appreciate the opportunity to
contribute to the success of the company.
An interview would grant me the opportunity to demonstrate my abilities. I
will make myself available at your convenience, during or outside of normal
business hours. You can reach me at 757-***-**** to schedule an
interview.
Thank you in advance for considering me.
Sincerely,
Shamiya Ridley