Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Data Entry, Word Processor

Sandra Garfield

**** **** ** ** *** *, Tampa FL 33637 Home: 813-***-**** - *********@********.**.***

Summary

I am detail-oriented and quality-focused, extensively trained in word processing, proof-reading and transcription. In my last position at Latin America Executive Search Consultants (Temp through Hiregy) I maintained a calendar/appointments, composed and answered email inquiries and correspondence, created candidate/client reports and helped in Internet candidate searches. At Bisk Education/Thomson Reuters, I created html versions of CPA training materials, transcribed interviews, styled and proofread text for courses and books, accomplished extensive data entry and used a variety of software products. I learn quickly and keep a cool head in high-pressure, multi-deadline situations.

Highlights

Excellent communication skills

Advanced clerical knowledge

Skilled in administrative support

Self-directed

Varied background

Microsoft Word proficient

Knowledge of a variety of software programs

Fast learner

Accomplishments

Research

Instrumental in investigating (via Web and textbooks) new procedures and methods to efficiently complete assignments and competent in locating candidates/position requirements in LinkedIn

Training

Trained fellow employees in procedures and software, while focusing on generating effective results

Key Skills

Adaptability Proficiency in several software programs, including MS Word, Outlook, Homesite, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Framemaker, Express Scribe, and various specialized programs

Multitasking Demonstrated proficiency in handling multiple work assignments with multiple deadlines

Reporting Maintained status reports of projects assigned to me or under my supervision

Teamwork Oriented Worked with 5 to 7 additional word processors to provide support to 10 editors

Experience

Office Manager

March 2015 to February 2016

Latin America Executive Search Consultants (through Hiregy and later directly employed), Tampa, Florida

As an Administrative Assistant (later promoted to Office Manager), I kept appointments and calendar for Managing Director, Americas, created candidate reports and reports of searches to clients, kept track of office invoices/bills, and aided in computer searches for candidates for client assignments.

Word Processor/Content Specialist

June 2000 to September 2014

Bisk Education/Thomson Reuters Tampa, Florida

As a Word Processor at Bisk/TR, I was responsible for assisting editors in the preparation of educational materials, styled raw material from authors into chapter/book form, styled and proofread editor submissions, and created/coded the html for online courses, transcribed interviews, amended spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations submitted by authors and editors, and entered data into MS Access databases.

Education

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Hillsborough Community College

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