JULIE HANSEN
***-** ************* **. **. Thomas, ON N5P 3P4 Cell: 289-***-****
Email: acxjnf@r.postjobfree.com
PROFILE
I am seeking a position where I can develop and utilize the skills that I have to benefit myself, others and the continued growth of a distinguished business.
SKILLS SUMMARY
Creative Writing Course at McGraw-Hill School of Writing
Educational training in bookkeeping, office procedures and word applications
Educational training in communications, interpersonal and technical skills
Background in teaching
SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS
Provincial Offences Administrative Training, Crisis Intervention Strategies, Listening Skills, Time Use Management, Crisis Management, Conflict Resolution
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
Managing Company Change, Presentation Skills, Creating a Strong Leadership Team, Leading Effective Meetings, Developing A Strategic Plan, Building Strong Customer Relations, Business Communication, Intercultural Business Etiquette, Solving Problems as a Team, Security Awareness
STRONGPOINTS
Confidentiality, pleasant working manner, neat handwriting, good client/customer skills, work well individually and as a team member, enthusiasm, willingness to learn
EDUCATION
Mohawk College of Applied Arts
Computer Networking Technology
April 2011 – January 2013
Academy of Learning - 1987
Office Administration
Granton Institute of Technology 1984 - 1986
Early Childhood Education
Sheridan College 1983 – 1984
Child Psychology, Communication
EXPERIENCE
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide August 2015 – Present
Starwood Preferred Guest Premier Associate
Answered inbound calls from Starwood Preferred Guests and be a point of “first contact”
Processed requests for reservations, account updates, account information
Dealt with customer complaints by opening files and investigating
Served Platinum members with high priority
Glen Abbey Child Care February 2013 – August 2014
Early Childhood Educator
Planning and programming, child assessments and arranging parent-teacher interviews for Kindergarten class
(Experience Cont.)
CAA South Service Ontario June 2007 – May 2011
Member Care Counsellor
Answered inbound calls regarding membership changes, renewals, general questions about CAA products and services
Updated membership records and processed payments electrically
Sold and processed travel medical insurance
Took calls for emergency roadside assistance
Provided customer satisfaction on a “first call” basis
Sold and promoted membership products
Met or exceeded monthly quotas
Kountry Kids Private Home Day-care May 2002 – Dec 2007
ECE Licenced Home Day-care Provider
Leading provider of a home run subsidised day-care centre using all aspects of an ECE teacher and running a home business.
Corporation of the Town of Gore Bay Jan 1999 – May 2002
Administrator/Receptionist/Provincial Offences Court Clerk
Prepared and maintained by-laws and resolutions
Formatted, edited and typed Minutes, Agendas, correspondence, documents and other materials as required by all boards, committees, Council, Staff and the Mayor
Maintained statistical records for the Town of Gore Bay (marriages, deaths, births)
Set up the Provincial Offences Court Room with recording equipment, seating, etc.
Recorded and transcribed court proceedings, swore in defendants, marked exhibits
Took and recorded fine payments for the Provincial Offences Act
Victim Crisis Assistance and Referral Service 1996 – 1999
Administrator/Receptionist
Formatted documents, reports, minutes, schedules, etc.
Assisted victims of crime and tragic circumstance by providing immediate support and referring to the proper agencies for future follow up and assistance
Organized meetings, awards functions, etc.
Processed volunteer applications and interviewed potential volunteers
Hamilton-Wentworth Regional Police Department 1992 – 1995
Legal Stenographer
Transcribed all letters, memos, reports, minutes and any other paperwork going across the Corporate Counsel’s desk
Read and replied to correspondence for the Corporate Counsel
Looked after petty cash for police officers
Answered and responded to incoming calls for the legal department
Wishes & Dreams Children’s Centre 1986 – 1992
Early Childhood Educator
Planned and developed child care programs
Helped prepare and supervise children in daily activities
Helped children to develop accordingly with their age group
Capitalized on children's play to further language development (storytelling and acting games)
Offered a structured approach used to teach younger children, including small group lessons, one-on-one instruction, creative activities such as art, movement and music
Improved social skills, introduced basic scientific and math concepts
References Available Upon Request