Maria Santiago
*** ***** *****, *****, ** ***** • 718-***-**** • ********.********@*****.***
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Successful (Admin. Asst.) with a self starter mindset and a focus on providing excellent client services. Solid expertise in providing independent hands-on leadership to facilitate business growth. Experienced in supervising contractors and able to multi-task effectively in all situations. Excellent conflict resolution skills and the ability to communicate between Property Manager and tenants.
Summary of Qualifications
• Successfully managed 3 residential buildings consisting of 100 units and 10 commercial properties
• Over 20 years of service assisting with the day to day functions of a Property Management office
• Supported the Property Manager in all aspects of management pertaining to the client’s property
• Liaison between tenants and Property Manager on maintenance concerns and tenant issues
• Bookkeeping and Accounts Payable/Receivable background in handling Real Estate transactions
• Typed letters of correspondence at 40 wpm, while completing statements, proposals and estimates
• Fluent: English/Spanish; Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Works and Data entry
Relevant Areas of Expertise
• Sales/Revenue Growth • Rental/Lease Collections
• Eviction Notice Filing • Tenant/ Client Relations • Community Relations
• Administrative Support • Purchasing & Leases • Contract Administration
• City/ Building Permits • Landlord Tenant Laws • Strategic Negotiations
• Marketing / Advertising • Knowledge of HUD • Tenant Move In/Out
Professional Experience
Christie Management 1986 ~ 2011
Assistant Property Manager Long Island City, NY
• Communicated with tenants to address concerns, provide information and resolve complaints
• Answered inquiries and scheduled appointments for tenants, repairmen and outside vendors
• Received, directed, documented and relayed telephone messages and emails to Property Manager
• Completed bookkeeping entries, typed letters, filed documents and provided office support
• Retrieved and delivered interoffice mail; Opened and dated stamps on all general correspondence
• Computed, classified, and recorded numerical and financial data to keep financial records complete
• Gathered calculations, postings, and verified financial data for use in maintaining account records
Education
Norman Thomas High School, New York, NY • Obtained High School Diploma