Rachael Rusnak
*** *. **** **. *******, WA *****
PHONE 425-***-**** Email: ********@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-rusnak-629275a4 OBJECTIVE
I am seeking a competitive and challenging environment where I can evolve my diverse legal skill set, learn about new vertical markets, and serve your company with a dedicated open mind in order to establish an enjoyable career for myself. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of paralegal experience within law firms specializing in real estate, probate, estate planning, tax, business, juvenile law, foreclosures, evictions and worker’s compensation.
4+ years collaborating interdepartmentally to respond to Requests for Proposals (“RFP”) for a critical communications company in public safety, transportation and utility markets.
4+ years managing state and federal contracts from proposal submittal, contract acquisition, marketing, maintenance and expiration.
Support and advise management on contractual rights and obligations.
Investigate contract compliance issues and coordinate resolutions.
Development of internal processes, procedures and CRM improvements.
Reputation as a reliable source around company offering industry knowledge - serving as a mentor and trainer.
EMPLOYMENT
2013 – Present, Government Sales Contracts Administrator, Zetron, Inc., Redmond, WA State Contracts Management, Reseller Coordination & Proposal Manager in Sales
Manage all state, national and federal MPA contracts for the company.
Proposal Manager & Contracts Administrator for NASPO ValuePoint Cooperative Contract for Emergency Services and Equipment. Awarded and scored No.1 in our category.
Reseller Coordinator and CRM data management.
Member of National Contract Management Association.
Member of Associate of Proposal Management Professionals.
Notary Public.
Received recognition and award for teamwork on several occasions. 2011 – 2013, Bids & Proposal Coordinator, Zetron, Inc., Redmond, WA Assist in Proposal Development
Provided proposal preparation and production assistance for the Proposal Manager.
Ensured all proposals were produced timely, accurately and of the highest standards.
Identified the need for professional collaboration and helped locate APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals).
2011 – 2011, Paralegal, Routh Crabtree Olsen, P.S., Bellevue, WA Post foreclosure evictions
Lead paralegal for Bank of America, GMAC and Core Logic Banks conducting post non- judicial foreclosure evictions for Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana.
Communicated with county sheriffs, real estate brokers, foreclosure trustees and defendants to vacate our client’s property.
Drafted and filed pleadings, correspondence and stipulations to necessary parties.
Prepared for show cause hearings.
Knowledge of e-filing in King and Pierce counties. 2007 – 2011, Paralegal, Carson Law Group, P.S., Everett, WA Paralegal
Implemented a new law firm with the founder David Carson during a time of economic recession.
Created form documents and data systems for new firm.
Constructed and executed legal documents, correspondence and research in estate planning, business law, real estate law, foreclosure proceedings, unlawful detainers, guardianships and tax issues.
Notary Public
2007 – 2007, Legal Assistant, Law Offices of James R. Walsh, Lynnwood, WA L&I Workers Compensation
Managed office calendar & phone with multiple lines.
Constructed and executed legal documents, correspondence and research in Labor and Industries cases on behalf of the injured.
Maintained records, files and contact information.
Scheduled depositions on claims with multiple professionals.
Responsible for client checks and deposits to firm. EDUCATION
2013, Century 21 North Homes Real Estate School, Everett, WA
Real Estate License
2008-2010, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA
Bachelors of Arts, Paralegal Studies
2005-2007, Edmonds Community College, Edmonds, WA
Associates of Technical Arts (“ATA”), Paralegal Studies