Eric M. Shannon
( 803-***-**** ( 803-***-**** ( **********@*****.*** ( 304 Kingston
Trace Road ( Columbia, SC 29229
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Accomplished and results driven professional with years of experience
providing excellent customer service. Recognized for professionalism,
commitment to excellence, and demonstrated ability to communicate and
working with senior management, associates, and customers. Has an excellent
interpersonal skill, able to collaborate effectively with co-workers at all
levels. Self-motivated and can work independently or in a team. Broad based
qualifications include: Leadership Management, Analysis, Customer
Communication, Attention to Detail, Multi-Tasking, Inventory Management,
Data Entry, and Liaison Affairs.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
. Excellent Strategist - Provide solutions that boost productivity and
efficiency across the organization. Quickly identify problem areas and
. implement effective solutions to meet goals.
. Exceptional organizational skills - Consistently recognized by
colleagues for exceptional talents in needs analysis and problem
resolution in fast-paced environments.
. Strong sense of responsibility - Solid professional standards;
excellent track record of dependability. Maintain focus on achieving
results while implementing business solutions to meet a diversity of
needs.
. Administration and Management - Knowledgeable of business and
management principles involved in strategic planning, resource
allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and
resources.
. Customer Service - Consistently demonstrate responsiveness, strong
customer focus, and ability to build good customer relationships.
. Computer Skills - Knowledgeable of computer programs to include
Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Legal Administrative Specialist:
Department of Veterans Affairs ( Columbia, SC
April 2009-Present
Provide specific information and comprehensive assistance to Veterans, their
dependents and beneficiaries concerning any matter within the scope of the VA
benefits and related non-VA benefits, which include those cases when issues
require an advanced technical proficiency.
Process and establish new and reopen claims for Veterans and Widows.
Assist Veterans and widows by providing qualifying requirements and
procedures, regarding filing for benefits.
Interview people who telephone VBA facilities and provide designated outreach
services.
Accounts Associate:
Xerox ( Columbia, SC
December 2003-April 2009
Served as liaison between management and the customer.
Performed service calls which include: Configuring IP addresses, data entry,
setting up fax lines, training customers on basic copier use and other
technical issues.
Reported daily call count reports to supervisor each day.
Reported use of inventory on a daily and monthly basis.
Lead associate for Palmetto Health and Benedict College accounts.
Key Accomplishments and Contributions:
Recognized for improving operational efficiencies by streamlining processes
and decreasing call service levels.
While lead associate with Xerox, saved the company several thousand dollars
each month, providing inventory control and little to no down time for the
customers.
Mail Clerk II:
Division of Medical Assistance ( Raleigh/Durham, NC
August 2000-November 2003
Delivered correspondence to all sections of the division.
Performed inventory management on a weekly basis, by maintaining supplies and
ordering supplies for each section.
Provided and mailed correspondence to all 100 counties each week.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration/General Business:
Cum Laude (3.5 GPA)
Limestone College ( Columbia, SC
December 2008