Administrative Assistant High School

Sonia Bethea **** Chesapeake Street, Hyattsville, MD 20785

**************@*****.*** PH: 301-***-****

OBJECTIVE:

Over 15 years of experience in the administrative field within the military industry, seeking challenging and

rewarding executive position with a company that is looking for an organized, committed and trained individual in

the area of administration. Open to all opportunities that will stretch me and welcome any knowledge equipping me

to effectively contribute to the growth and success of that organization and the people it serves.

You will notice a 9-year gap in recent employment history. This is because I resigned from my career to care for my

father who recently passed away due to Alzheimer’s disease. I felt my place during this time was to care for him.

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EXPERIENCE:

Administrative Assistant 06/2001 - 02/2003

U.S. Navy Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) and the Engineering Field Activity (EFA),

Washington, DC 20374

Performed full range of procedural duties in support of the office

Made administrative/managerial decisions assuring compliance with established alternatives and,

sometimes, non-established alternatives, however, staying within general policy guidelines

Prepared travel orders, estimating cost and making reservations for transportation and

accommodations, as required for all military and non-military personnel in my department traveling

for business

Prepared draft and final documents

Prepared correspondence and reports to meet departmental standards

Responsible for editing, proofing, correcting, formatting and assembling informational documents

before distribution

Established and maintained files of official correspondence, publications, general records, for

accuracy and currency

Interfaced with office personnel and visitors, personally and by phone, addressing all queries and

directing them appropriately.

Sonia Bethea

Soniabethea123@yaho

o.com

SECRETARY 03/1988-06/2001

U.S. Navy Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) and the Engineering Field Activity (EFA),

Washington, DC 20374

Performed full range of procedural duties in support of the office

Made administrative/managerial decisions assuring compliance with established

alternatives and, sometimes, non-established alternatives, however, staying within general policy

guidelines

Prepared draft and final documents

Prepared correspondence and reports to meet departmental standards

Responsible for editing, proofing, correcting, formatting and assembling informational

documents before distribution

Established and maintained files of official correspondence, publications, general records,

for accuracy and currency

Interfaced with office personnel and visitors, personally and by phone, addressing all

queries and directing them appropriately

EDUCATION:

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, LARGO HIGH SCHOOL, LARGO, MD, 1981

BUSINESS CERTIFICATE, BROCKWEIN BUSINESS INSTITUTE, WASHINGTON, DC, 1983

BUSINESS CERTIFICATE, PRINCE GEORGE’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE, LARGO, MD, 2013

AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES:

EFA CASH AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN JOB PERFORMANCE, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998

EFA 15 YEAR SERVICE AWARD, 11/9/2000

SKILLS:

Sonia Bethea

Soniabethea123@yaho

o.com

Over 15 years of administrative experience, typing 45 wpm, intermediate to advance in Internet

explorer, Windows XP, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Access),

Calculator, Xerox, and Fax Machines.

REFERENCE:

EFA Supervisor: Jag Bakshi 202-***-****

Sonia Bethea

7016 E. Chesapeake Street

Hyattsville, MD 20785

Date: April 16, 2014

Dear Sir/Madam:

As my resume indicates, I have over fifteen (15) years of professional experience in an administrative

capacity, working for the military. In my positions at EFA Chesapeake Naval Facilities Engineering

Command, I have gained experience in managerial decisions and policy compliance, as well as normal

office operating procedures. I am sure you are aware of the flexibility, focus and diplomacy such positions

require. I want to bring the knowledge and insight gained through my work experience to your company.

Because I took a nine (9) year sabbatical to become caretaker for my father, I went back to school to

upgrade my skills and have obtained a Business Certificate from Prince George’s Community College. I

upgraded my skills in Microsoft Word Level 1 & 2, Microsoft Excel Level 1 & 2, PowerPoint Access.

Definitively, in all the drama of caring for my father until his death, I have no regrets and it is time to get

back to the fullness of my life, where I can contribute to society. You can depend on me to bring this same

dependable, caring, spirit of commitment and value added quality to your office.

It is my sincere hope that we meet for an interview to discuss any questions you may have, as well as a

future position at your company. Of course, feel free to call 301-***-**** or email

**************@*****.*** to schedule an interview.

Thank you for your time and consideration, and best regards.

Very truly yours,

Sonia Bethea

Soniabethea123@yaho

o.com

Sonia Bethea

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