MONICA MARIE ALLEN
*** *. *** ******, *******, CA 93230 559-***-**** **************@*****.***
Summary
Outgoing, team-oriented professional and internal applicant seeking a role that will further broaden my departmental knowledge and experience within Fleet & Family Readiness.
Highlights of Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
4 years-experience in Government procurement and Invoicing
Well-versed in providing resources in individual and group settings
Great leadership and organizational skills
Effective use of all Microsoft Suite, Outlook and Adobe applications
Well-versed in maintaining SDS binders for personnel use
Resourceful with credible research methods
Adapts easily to program-specific record-keeping systems
Production of quality after-action reports
FFR Health & Safety Representative
MWR Event Coordinator Certification
Customer Service Facilitator Certification
Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification
Valid California driver’s license
100% on Annual Fixed Asset Internal Audits
●Ability to write and communicate effectively in English
Position-Related Experience
SUPPLY CLERK – Navy Gateway Inns & Suites – Lemoore, CA – July 2020 – Present
●5 years-experience recruiting volunteers, and employees with exemplary customer service
●Proficient in conducting audits of paperwork, i.e. invoices, certifications, purchase requests, fixed assets, internal and external correspondence to facility manager
●Ensure all certificates, registrations, insurances, and contracts with outside vendors are current and within good standing
●Manage the screening of high volume calls, emails, mail, packages, department head calendars, appointments, and walk-ins
●Maintain professionalism in but not limited to: attire, confidentiality, ethics, EEO policy, training, integrity, etc.
●Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing English, and always maintains respect and sensitive to cultural differences
●Demonstrate eagerness to learn and grow in as many areas allowed
●Conduct daily duties with little to no supervision
●Account for all invoicing and payments to and from vendors
●Perform exceptional organizational and time management
●Effectively build and maintain interpersonal relationships with clients and colleagues
●Illustrate strong attention to detail and task management
ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY – Fleet & Family Readiness - Lemoore, CA – July 2017 – July 2020
●4 years-experience in procurement, invoicing, and Federal Credit Card Purchases
●Coordinates all meetings and events for Department Director’s, and facility managers
●Partner in developing marketing materials, and all functions of Departments events, and community outreach
●Exceptional skill in public speaking, understanding adult learning and effectively conducting multi-day trainings as demonstrated by being certified as a Customer Service Facilitator
●Provide purchasing assistance for various Department of Defense programs to support mission needs
●Coordinates meeting-spaces for DoD Departments and various military command and on-base agencies
●Proficient in using computerized record keeping systems including basic safety including Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
●Formats a wide array of forms for local department use
●Well-versed in Military specific supply regulations, policies, and procedures
●Develops a variety of tables, charts and graphs from collective data calls as assigned by FFR (Fleet & Family Readiness) leadership
●Processes high volumes of requests including: travel, purchasing, invoicing, computer accounts, unit funds, NFAAS changes, ESAMS work-orders etc.
●Exceed basic math and reading requirements and remain well-versed using standard desktop calculators
●Serve as FFR cash and safety auditor
●Coordinates with base fire and safety departments to ensure facility adherence to federal, state and base safety policy
●Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing
●Maintain Federal Employment Suitability requirements and current background clearance
TEEN COORDINATOR – Navy Child & Youth Programs – Lemoore, CA – July 2016 – July 2017
●1 year-experience NAF procurement and fixed asset inventory resulting in a 100% inspection rating
●Experienced in the planning and execution of numerous enrichment programs while working as the teen coordinator for the CYP Lemoore Teen Center facility
●Revamped our Safety Data Sheet (SDS) binder and generated a more efficient way of tracking health and safety work orders
●Successful completion of CNACI background requirements for federal child care employment requirements
●Adhered to CYP, NAF, and CNIC standardized supply regulations, policies, and procedures
●Developed and facilitated daily program activities with a staff of six (6) employees
●Demonstrated skill utilizing the CYMS/Rectrac/Citrix/POS system to meet program objectives and for uses including: customer intake, activity and trip registrations, tracking employee training, program utilization, demographics, program data calls, etc.
●Conducted numerous small group discussions for various teen meetings and committees
●Programmed and orchestrated large scale events
●Collaborated with local marketing to produce effective advertising for the military teen demographic
●Regularly met with teens and parents to discuss family life stressors and provide various base and community referrals to meet their collective needs
●Excellent understanding of demographical needs for various age groups
●Demonstrated excellent ability to express self tactfully, clearly and positively, often in stressful situations
●Knowledge of techniques and skill in interviewing and eliciting needed information from clients
BRANCH OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR – Edward Jones Investments - Paso Robles, CA - September 2015 – July 2016
●Surveyed customer needs during phone calls and provided pertinent information, resources and financial referrals
●Completed and processed client intake information
●Analyzed credit reports, tax returns, income, and assets
●Assisted with building portfolios for clients
●Collected financial data and created various tables, charts and graphs at supervisor’s request
●Coordinated the firm’s events to include: reserving meeting space, meeting setup, catering coordination, entertainment, providing clients with information and marketing materials, etc.
●Traveled 50% of my time for trainings and providing my services at various Central California locations
●Assisted with event planning, including associated travel and logistical arrangements
PROGRAM ASSISTANT – Navy Child & Youth Programs – Lemoore, CA – September 2012 – September 2015
●Developed and implemented daily activity programming for the CYP School-Age Care program
●Developed and taught various dance and gymnastics group classes for school-age children
●Ensured the safety and well-being of a dynamic group of military children with varying needs
●Routine communication with military parents on child’s daily activities
●Effectively handled child accident/incidents and followed proper reporting protocols
●Researched, created and implemented activities and curriculum within the program
●Exercised my knowledge and understanding of social problems and effective approaches to working with clients in economic distress and in other disadvantaged situations
●Established and maintained effective working relationships with clients and the public
Education & Training
MASTERS OF SCIENSE DEGREE - University of Phoenix – Online – September 2023
●Major in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE – University of Phoenix – Visalia, CA – December 2014
●Major in Psychology
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA – Hanford West High School – Hanford, CA – June 2007
●General Studies
MWR-SPECIFIC TRAINING – Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA – Various Dates
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MWR Event Coordinator Training
Star Service Facilitator Training
ServSafe Training
Introduction to Hazardous Waste: Generation & Handling
Hazardous Material Disposal Training
Hazardous Substance Incident Response Management Training (HSIRM)
DoD Safety & Occupational Health Program
Current CPR, First Aid & AED Certification
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