Lakisha Furlow Miller
Rose Hill, NC ***** • Mobile 910-***-**** • ***************@*****.*** •
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakisha-miller-220a2059/
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a professional position in the clerical field where I can utilize my skills and work experience to improve efficiency and profitability of the company.
EDUCATION
Fayetteville State University, Fayetteville, NC August 2021 - Present
Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration (BBA)
GPA 4.0, Summa Cum Laude
James Sprunt Community College, Kenansville, NC January 2019 - May 2021
Associate in Arts/Certificate in Business Administration Supervision
GPA 3.93, Summa Cum Laude
Ashford University, Clinton, IA (Online) November 2012 - October 2013
Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education
GPA 3.6, Magna Cum Laude
At-Home Professions, Fort Collins, CO September 2011- May 2012
Certificate in Medical Transcription
James Sprunt Community College, Kenansville, NC July 2008
Certificate in Effective Teachers Training
Cape Fear Community College, Burgaw NC August 1997 - August 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration (BBA)
ECPI (Electronics Computer Programming Institute), Raleigh NC August 1993 - January 1994
Certificate in Business/Medical Administration
WORK EXPERIENCE
Duplin County Schools, Teachey, NC July 2015 - Present
Sr. Data Manager at Wallace-Rose Hill High School
Manage and update student data to create required reports
Maintain student records by creating, updating, and purging cumulative files for students that are enrolled, withdrawn, or graduated
Prepare and process the necessary paperwork for the functioning of the counseling center, including class schedules, registration materials, record requests, class rankings and student schedules
Develop and prepare required reports as needed; composes and prepares routine correspondence
Provide data entry for master schedule, student schedules and updates courses entries when revised
Prepare report cards at each quarter and coordinates mailings with District office
Maintain daily backup of current school data folders
Track all incomplete grades and notify teachers and students of deadlines
Other duties as assigned
Pender County Dept. of Social Services, Burgaw, NC May 2013 - July 2015
Income Maintenance Caseworker II
Responsible for the total process of determination or redetermination of the eligibility of applicants or recipients requesting financial, medical, food assistance, or shelter
Verified correctness and accuracy in policy interpretation, mathematical calculations, documentation, certifications, and completeness of forms; provides daily technical assistance regarding eligibility procedures and policies,
Gathered data concerning family, health, and financial data to validate family sources of income and other financial resources and computes family budgets
Verified information through visits to and/or telephone calls and correspondence with local governmental representatives, business representatives, attorneys, physicians, dentists, neighbors and so forth
Acted as a hearing officer in resolving client appeals taken by Income Maintenance Workers and was proficient in the analysis of program wide problem area which include recommendations for corrective action
Served as backup/delegate to Income Maintenance Supervisor; supervised one or more program eligibility activities
Communicated effectively, orally and in writing, with persons of varied social, economic, cultural, and educational backgrounds
Established and maintained effective working relationships with clients, other agency representatives, reference persons and fellow employees
Trained employees in new and existing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Performed caseworker functions within structured time frames
Duplin County Schools, Kenansville, NC July 2009 - December 2012
Lead Substitute Teacher
Implemented teacher lesson plans
Assigned student class work and homework
Maintained classroom control and discipline
Completed a daily report or evaluation to communicate any pertinent information resulting from the day’s events
Duplin County Schools, Kenansville, NC May 2011 - June 2012
Jr. Varsity Cheerleading Coach at Wallace-Rose Hill High School
Structured practices to improve physical endurance
Attended camp with cheerleaders
Attended all games; always traveled with cheerleaders
Kept injury record
Kept track of demerit log
Communicated with parents to ensure clear objectives and expectations
Kept track of first aid kit at all practices and games
Makin’ Choices, Inc., Wallace, NC September 2007 - July 2009
Senior Administrative Assistant
Handled telephone calls in an efficient and pleasant manner
Maintained database of all applicants; collected necessary forms and data from job applicants; verified employment and checked references, monitored Healthcare Registry, and driving records; monitored receipt of drug testing and criminal background checks
Monitored employee records for current required trainings, certifications, and medical verifications
Notified employees of upcoming expiration of trainings
Maintained strict confidentiality concerning all consumers
Monitored receipt of progress notes to ensure that they were received on a timely basis
Reviewed progress notes for dates, signatures, credentials, conformity with authorizations
Filed progress notes in medical records chart after approved by a Qualified Professional
Copied records as necessary
Participated in periodic Quality Assurance meetings and auditing for accurate billing and completeness of medical records
Accurately entered timesheets, client information and personnel information into the computer database. Checked timesheets and client documentation for accuracy and completeness. Notified Supervisor when problems were noted
Prepared routine correspondence, filed copy, prepared manuals, ran errands, ordered supplies and assisted in preparation for trainings and meetings, including arranging refreshments, set-up, clean-up, and other general office duties as assigned
Kept an accurate calendar of obligations as a staff member and of agency and program duties and deadline
Transmitted relevant information to administrative, clinical and management personnel completely and accurately
Springleaf Financial Services (American General), Jacksonville, NC December 2005 - January 2007
Senior Financial Representative
Directed activities to implement institution’s policies, procedures and practices concerning granting and extending lines of credit, commercial loans, real estate loans and consumer credit loans
Engaged in collecting delinquent accounts
Examined, evaluated, and processed loan applications
Handled incoming and outgoing customer calls in an efficient and pleasant manner
Made payment arrangements for current, past due, and collection accounts
Prepared financial and regulatory reports required by law
Assisted customers in resolving account problems
Reviewed applicants credit reports
Processed customer payments at the office or by mail
Processed retail contracts into database
Processed checks for retail dealers per contract and delivered when necessary
Filled in as the manager in offices in my district as necessary
Chloride Systems, LLC, Burgaw, NC May 1995 - December 2007
Senior Customer Service Supervisor
Trained and managed a staff of 3 to achieve maximum productivity
Assisted customers/agents with inquiries and provided all pertinent information
Handled telephone calls in an efficient and pleasant manner
Advised agents/distributors of lead times
Expedited orders upon agents/distributors request
Coded orders prior to order entry
Calculated agents commission
Preparation of daily invoices
Responsible for verification accuracy of data and compilation of spreadsheets by combining data
Emailed daily reports to all managers daily
Corrected records when errors occurred
Filed freight claims on damaged/lost material
Technical service and resolved customer complaints
Performed all clerical duties
Wal-Mart, Raleigh, NC August 1993 - February 1995
Lead Cashier
Provided superior customer service to customers
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure the amounts were correct and that there was adequate change
Maintained clean and orderly checkout area
Received payment by cash, check, or credit card
Cashed checks for customers
Requested information or assistance using paging system
Processed merchandise returns and exchanges
Counted contents of cash drawer at the end of shift and compared total sales data
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Technical Summary Microsoft Word, Windows XP, Windows 7, Word Perfect, Excel, Internet Explorer, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, AS400, NCFAST, PowerSchool
Honors Achievements Fayetteville State University Dean’s List, Fayetteville State University Chancellor’s List, Member of Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honor Society, James Sprunt Community College Dean’s List, Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
Certifications Business Administration Supervision, Effective Teacher Training, CPR and First Aid