Resume of Qualifications
SARAH E. WILCOX
Point Richmond, CA 94807
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OBJECTIVE: Adminstrative Assistant
PERSONAL CAPABILITIES:
Confident with administrative responsibilities and ability to be instructed
in the application of laws, regulations and procedures. Strengths include,
but are not limited to: customer service & business development; effective
communication skills with management, clients and resource management;
accuracy & organizational skills with integrity for confidential
information; knowledgeable in computer & related skills such as Microsoft
Word, Word Perfect, Excel, general database maintenance, Internet Explorer
applications; ability to establish, organize and maintain office system
records. Career in administrative management positions for the past 15+
yrs.
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY:
Legal Administrative Assistant 2009 - Present
Myles R. Dresslove, Attorney at Law, Santa Rosa, CA
Responsible for administration in a law office for a well respected
Bankruptcy Attorney & Attorney for Bankruptcy Trustees. Organizational
skills; attention to detail; transcribing; ECF filing with Federal Court;
client contact and follow-up are an essential aspect of this position.
Maintaining charts for case management; Court document preparation for the
Administration of the Estate of Debtors; scheduling appointments in
coordination with the Court Calendar, the attorney's clients, business
trips and conferences play a crucial role in this position. Maintaining
office equipment and supplies, while keeping an efficient work flow in the
law office.
Reidun Stromsheim, STROMSHEIM & ASSOCIATES, San Francisco 2012-
2013
Representing the Trustees in all Counties of the Northern District of
California Bankruptcy Courts. ECF filing as Trustees Attorney, to include:
Various pleadings, Adversary Proceedings, 9th Circuit B.A.P. filings, Fee
Applications, Notice and Motions for various Bankruptcy cases, as well as
proofreading the communications and pleadings for accuracy. Responsible for
preparing mailing of Notices and Motions with the Certificate of Service
and for maintaining the calendar for Stromsheim & Associates Court dates,
appearances and Court Telephonic scheduling. Multi-taking, accuracy, ECF
knowledge and efficiency of time sensitive material were critical to this
position. Attorney is retiring.
Real Estate New Home Sales, Sales Manager 1996-2009
The Ryness Company, Danville; Toll Brothers Inc., Dublin & Schellinger
Homes, Santa Rosa, CA
Managed all aspects of home sales to include: Sales & Projection Reports
for industry and competition, tracking leads, follow-up, negotiate sales,
lender follow-up and qualification; escrow management; customer relations
and on-site superintendent communications. Design background for upgrade
choices. Experienced with communities where homes have been difficult to
sell. Proficient maintaining brokers contacts and positive public
relations with high standards of professionalism recognized in the
industry. Assisted with creation of design upgrade program, development of
marketing materials, contract creation and contract review.
Real Estate Broker Affiliate 1988-Present
Coldwell Banker, Santa Rosa, CA Awarded President's International Circle
- Top 10% of agents.
Awarded Top Buyer's Agent Award for Northern
California.
Prudential California, Santa Rosa, CA Rookie of the Year-Corporate
Relocation-Residential Sales.
Interior Design/Staging Consultant 1990 - Present
During my professional career in Real Estate I have utilized my expertise
in Interior Design to help Buyers and Sellers visualize the potential in
real estate opportunities. I have completed major remodel projects,
coordinated interiors of model homes, staged homes for marketing purposes
for Sellers, and guided Buyers when making selections for completion of new
homes at the builder's Design Center.
Banking Consultant/Human Resource Development Trainer
Santa Rosa, CA
Evaluated and trained bank staff through assessment program for new focus
in banking industry to increase efficiency levels and production goals.
Results showed noticeable gains in sales of products and services.
Instructor/Coordinator/Counselor/Trainer
Santa Rosa, CA
Adult Education and High School - focus on re-entry into job market and
business coursework.
Experience included Regional Occupation Programs, Research and Development,
Grant Proposals, and State Licensing Requirements.
EDUCATION: San Jose State University - B.A. Degree & Lifetime Teaching
Credential Awarded
Major: Art & Home Economics with emphasis in Interior Design, Minor in
Business
Office Technologies & Related Occupation Single Subject Credential Awarded
Supporting Institutions: U.C. Berkeley, Sonoma State University, & San
Francisco State University
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS: California Department of Real Estate License &
North Bay Association of Realtors
Bay Area Real Estate Information Services computerized listing system -
Member 1989 - Present
Certified Residential Specialist, Senior Real Estate Specialist Designation
- Member 1998 - Present
Allied Member American Society of Interior Designers - Member 2006 -
Present