Sonya G. Fendorf
***** *. **** ******, *******, KS 66203
Phone: 913-***-**** E Mail: abph8h@r.postjobfree.com
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Professional administrative office experience
Strong presentation, writing, and organizational skills
Web site and graphic design development
Proficient in upkeep of office records, multitasking, and prioritizing
Ability to take directions and work independently
Positive attitude, dependable, and self motivated
Excellent attention to detail, proofreading, and customer service skills
SOFTWARE SKILLS
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio
Adobe: Acrobat Pro, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Fireworks, Illustration
Other: Lotus Notes, FrontPage, WordPerfect
WORK EXPERIENCE
Kansas State School for the Blind, 1100 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66102 913-***-****
Executive Secretary, Superintendent s Office (June 1, 2011 to July 20, 2012)
Coordinated the administrative activities and events of the superintendent s office. Handled
multiple outreach programs of detailed and complex nature, interpreting and applying
regulations and policies, recommending and approving expenditures, and fully managing agency
grants, with limited oversight or supervision. Updated content and web multimedia for several
websites related to www.kssb.net.
City of Shawnee, 11110 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203 913-***-****
Administrative Assistant, City Clerk Department (April 30, 1996 to July 31, 2010)
Prepared agendas and minutes for City Council meetings. Maintained project tracking logs.
Coordinated many City events and meetings for the purpose of public relations and the
community. Researched information for correspondence for presentations to the public, other
cities, and the State of Kansas. Responsible for maintaining administrative records such as
ordinances, resolutions, litigation files, and contracts. Assisted in the City s election process and
open record requests. Handled phone and e mail requests, made travel arrangements, ordered
office supplies, and prepared correspondence.
Web Specialist, Information Technology Department
Interacted with all levels of employees by assisting and making recommendations for the content
development and web maintenance of all City web sites. Applied web usability studies, report
statistics, and created information architecture. Provided computer user training and support for
staff. Researched ideas for designs, web enhancements, testing and report analysis. Experience
with content management systems, graphic design, and social networking software. Knowledge
and skill working with HTML and CSS code. Implemented web design parameters, style guides,
and visual standards to ensure a consistent web presence for www.cityofshawnee.org
and www.shawneetown.org.
Sonya G. Fendorf
10311 W. 56th Street, Shawnee, KS 66203 913-***-****
E-Mail: abph8h@r.postjobfree.com
La Petite Corporate Office, Overland Park, KS
Administrative Assistant to the Executive Vice President (October 1994 to April 1996)
Designed, researched, and created administration reports and presentations for Board of
Directors. Ordered credit cards and keys for all employees. Processed and maintained corporate
insurance, travel, budget materials, and credit card bills. Initiated monthly rent changes for
leased buildings. Performed administrative duties for the Purchasing, Fleet, Real Estate and
Property improvement departments. Responsible for communicating all facility maintenance
concerns.
Pyramid Life Insurance, Mission, KS
Executive Secretary and Sales Representative (January 1993 to October 1994)
Reported to the Senior Vice President of Marketing and supported insurance broker field
management by receiving inquiries regarding procedures, benefits, rates, insurance product
availability by state. Created and prepared proposals, overhead presentations and written
correspondence for the field offices. Developed and maintained tracking systems to monitor
sales progress in the field. Responsible for filing reading materials in company library.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Kansas City, MO (August 1988 to January 1993)
Life Specialist / Marketing Secretary
Entered census data and prepared life insurance proposals. Processed new groups, renewals,
and life and short term disability claims. Created insurance certificates, policies, and sales
reports. Planned and organized insurance broker events including seminars, monthly meetings,
and golf tournaments.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS
Associates of Applied Science Computer Information Systems
Interactive Media (52 credit hours)
Web Certification, May 2009
Mid America Regional Council Government Training Institute, Kansas City, MO
Customer Service Certification, 2008
MEMBERSHIPS AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Membership: Kansas City Metro Area Government Webmasters (http://www.kcmagweb.org)
Community Volunteer: Old Shawnee Days, Historical Hauntings, Irish American Club, St. Patrick s Day
Parade, and Downtown Partnership.
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