Blake Washington
Administrative Assistant
Baltimore, MD 21201
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Administrative professional with over 8 years of demonstrated expertise in providing comprehensive support to executive-level management and facilitating efficient office operations. Seeking to leverage extensive experience and strong administrative skills to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Administrative Assistant II
MDOT SHA - Baltimore, MD
November 2023 to Present
• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to an administrative official, ensuring smooth departmental operations.
• Summarize complex data into concise formats and prepare correspondence, technical reports, and confidential documents with accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage general departmental management details, relieving the supervisor of operational tasks to enhance productivity.
• Supervise and guide lower-level support staff, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Waitress/Hostess
Thompson Hospitality - Baltimore, MD
April 2023 to November 2023
• Prepare room for dining by clothing tables and setting decorations, condiments, candles, napkins etc..
• Adhere to sanitation, safety and alcohol beverage control policies.
• Transmit orders and identifying guests special dietary needs/ requests.
• Manage cleanliness and organization of the cashier station, to streamline service.
• Trained and mentored 5 waiters, providing guidance and support for seamless onboarding. Optician
Eyes on the Plaza - Baltimore, MD
September 2018 to April 2023
• Interpret prescription information provided by optometrist to determine appropriate lens options and coatings.
• Educate customers about different types of lenses, coatings, and frames, as well as their benefits and features.
• Process orders and maintain accurate records of customer transactions, including prescription information, payments, and insurance claims.
Fed. Mail Carrier
USPS - Baltimore, MD
August 2016 to September 2018
• Developed and maintained a tracking system for incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring timely delivery.
• Processed incoming and outgoing mail with accuracy and speed, resulting in a 87% reduction in errors for the route.
• Managed the daily mail, sorting, distributing and processing outgoing mail. Education
Certification in Technology
NPower - Baltimore, MD
February 2023 to June 2023
High school diploma
Harbor City High School - Baltimore, MD
September 2011 to May 2015
Skills
• Network Security
• Network Monitoring
• System Security
• Data Analytics
• Patient Services
• Linux
• Microsoft Excel (7 years)
• Operating Systems
• Microsoft Windows
• Epic (4 years)
• DNS
Certifications and Licenses
Google IT Support
May 2023 to Present
Those who earn the Google IT Support Professional Certificate have completed five-courses, developed by Google, that include hands-on, practice-based assessments and are designed to prepare them for entry-level roles in IT support. They are competent in foundational skills, including troubleshooting and customer service, networking.
operating systems, system administration, and security. Driver's License
May 2019 to March 2026