JODY M. NIXON
Oakland Park, FL 33334
E-mail: **********@*********.***
Experienced and highly organized Executive Administrative Assistant within
private industry and the non-profit sector.
. Ability to systemize and prioritize office procedures and protocols
resulting in increased efficiency and productivity at administrative
levels
. Highly skilled in computer use: MS Windows/Office 95, 98, XP, Word,
Excel, Access, Microsoft Internet & Internet Research, Outlook,
Primavera-Expedition, QuickBook data input
. Solid background in organization and planning skills resulting in
expeditious project completion within budget
. Trustworthy team player with ability to work under pressure with
minimum supervision
. Successful executive administrative assistant, office manager, staff
supervisor, and employee recruiter
. Extensive communication skills at executive and departmental levels
WORK EXPERIENCE
Glass Art by Michael / Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2010 - Present)
Marketing Manager responsible for application process, scheduling, and
organizing all aspects of art show and sales, including website
maintenance.
Southern Seas Resort and Hotel / Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2007 - 2010)
On part-time/weekend basis, Manager On Duty within the beach side hotel
environment that included reservations, daily financials, and scheduling of
housekeeping assignments. Personally ensured that all aspects of guest
satisfaction were met and exceeded. Responsible for maintaining a loyal
customer base that generated repeat business every year.
BankAtlantic / Broward Regional Office / Plantation, FL (February 2007 -
2008)
Administrative Assistant to Broward Regional President and two Regional
Managers. Personalized electronic interface programs for streamlining and
scheduling executive meetings and daily management commitments. Liaison
with 23 branch managers and provided extensive communication with corporate
personnel, banking associates, and customers.
Jolly, Inc. / Land Acquisition Company / Pompano Beach, FL (May 2005 -
January 2007)
Administrative Assistant for owners of Florida land acquisition company.
Directly responsible for conducting detailed internet land research,
contract preparation, and extensive access database input. Actively
participated in developing land auction brochures. (Company closed due to
Real Estate Market collapse).
Grip Rite Sports / VelociTeez Graphics & Design / Ft. Lauderdale, FL
(March 2003- May 2005)
Administrative Assistant/Sales Support representative to owners.
Responsible for securing loyal customer relationships from potential
clients nationwide via direct telephone interface. Managed internal office
set up, Accounts Receivable collection calls, and QuickBook data input.
Dimeo Construction Company / Westwood, MA (January 1999 - November 2002)
Branch Executive Assistant for Boston-based Executive Project Manager of
major New England construction management organization. Prime
administrative support at main branch office and multiple construction
sites. Supervised secretarial staff at site offices, order equipment
requirements, assist site project managers with administrative duties, and
ensured proper construction protocols were established and followed.
Administered Boston Residency Job Policy Program at major job sites.
Liaison between corporate office departmental personnel, subcontractors,
vendors, and clients.
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts / Cambridge MA (4 years)
Executive Assistant/Office Manager for the Executive Director of the
League. Liaison between Executive Director and League staff, board members,
affiliated personnel, and private sector. Responsible for compiling
detailed statistics for Board of Directors and committee meetings, annual
reports, special projects, campaign feasibility studies, and
recertification processes. Responsible for hiring and supervision of
receptionist and clerical support staff.
Toomey-Fitzgerald-Veto, Inc. / Food Brokers / Needham, MA (12 years)
Executive Secretary/Secretarial Department Manager for three owners and
General Manager of major northeast food brokerage. Directly responsible for
scheduling all executive travel, convention agendas, product launches, and
event coordination details. Assisted in development and revisions of
company brochures. Participated in prospective client interviews. Managed
the recruitment, training, supervision, and administrative personnel
performance evaluations. Delegated administrative requirements to officers,
account executives, sales, and retail personnel.
EDUCATION
Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School, Boston, MA
Entr e Program - intensive six-week business administrative program for
college graduate.
Springfield College, Springfield, MA
B.A. Rehabilitation & Counseling, Cum Laude, GPA 3.6
Westwood High School, Westwood, MA
Other: Northeastern University - Accounting I and II
*Participation in executive counseling firm seminars focusing on
dynamics of employee hiring, training and management
*Primavera- Expedition In-House Training
*Business Communications Seminar
REFERENCES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST