Dana Kimrey
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Work History
United States Postal Service-Rural Mail Carrier- 7/2022-Current
Work at Home-05/2022-07/2022
SC Department of Health and Environmental Control – Conway, SC
Procurement Specialist II
·Fleet Coordinator for 57 state vehicles:
·Kept all records of:
·Vehicle maintenance, pickup and drop off cars at state site, maintain mileage for start to end.
·Gas cards and pins to employees, update accident info in state car books as changes occur.
·Interact with employees for vehicle damage or maintenance needed.
·Set up maintenance repairs, put air in tires, reset dashlights if needed.
·Attend audits for fleet. Maintain all Insurance cards and licenses.
·Do monthly car report to submit to state office including fuel used, mileage per month, maintenance and accident reports.
·Notify state office when mileage is high and needs new vehicle.
·Procurement
· Reduced downtime in warehouse operations by ensuring reorders were aligned with store sales and backlog.
· Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
·Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
·Drafted and delivered bid invitations to supplier firms.
· Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
· Prioritized important customers by reviewing logistics and handling shortages, delivery schedules and office functions.
· Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
REASON FOR LEAVING: Work at home to take care of mom.
Horry County Schools/ Bus Driver/Office Receptionist 08/2019-05/04/2020
REASON FOR LEAVING: COVID, schools closed
Office Manager/ HR Coordinator, 12/2014 to 08/2019
South Carolina Department of Social Services – Conway, SC
· This position provides high level administrative support to Regional Director of 12 counties, DSS, fully utilizing available software and web-based resources to support efficient provision of HR services. Serves as Administrative Coordinator for DSS State, Regional, and County HR Liaison activity
· Prepares all written correspondence (letters, memos, reports, etc.) for Regional Director assists other supervising staff if requested.
· Develops and maintains suitable office procedures to manage correspondence and data to ensure appropriate distribution, staff communication, timely response, and HR accountability.
·Maintains Regional Director's calendar and arranges meetings and travel as necessary.
· Prepares workforce reports, organizational charts, work-flow diagrams, and other internal documents as necessary for executive management use and monthly HR dashboard publication.
·Answer telephone and greets visitors to Regional Office. Uses customer and personal service strategies to assess employee/customer needs, determine appropriate staff/agency access, and ensure customer satisfaction.
Serves as primary point of contact and coordinator of efforts between central DSS Regional office and employees throughout Regional and County DSS offices.
In coordination with HR Directors and executive staff, manages review, revision, distribution, and communication of HR policies, directives, and procedures.
· Ensures appropriate office supplies, publications, forms, office equipment, etc. are maintained. Communicates with DSS Procurement employees as necessary to comply with procurement procedures and comply with HR budget requirements.
REASON FOR LEAVING: Change in location of office.
Administrative Assistant/Legal, 09/2009 to 12/2014
South Carolina Department of Social Services – Conway, SC
· Consulted with multiples clients, witnesses, and legal professionals to define and document case details of their case with DSS
·Researched cases and attained affidavits to support supervisors and case needs
· Observed strict privacy laws to prevent information breaches and protect client data
·Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings, and statements
· Responded quickly to client calls and inquiries, asking open-ended questions to deliver applicable information
·Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial
· Researched documents and publications for case-altering details and evidence establishment
· Scheduled appointments for DSS attorneys and adjusted and changes through LCMS application
· Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process, and took notes to document information
· Facilitated efficient communication between judges, court administration, government agencies and attorneys
·Drafted correspondence and documentation and submitted all materials to appropriate parties
· Filed pleadings and required paperwork with court clerk according to strict deadlines
·Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings
REASON FOR LEAVING: Promotion to another department
Wolverine Brass -1993-1998
Customer Service and Inbound/Outbound Sales
·Answer calls from sales reps and customers
·Help customers with placing orders for parts
·Maintain knowledge of parts needed to help customer and sales rep in the field
·Supervised office personnel
·Approved proper pricing of items needed
·Tracked orders
·Handled complaints, comments and concerns on a multi line phone system
REASON FOR LEAVING: Self Emplyed to be home with kids after school
Cleaning Company Owner, 06/1997 to 09/2009
A Personal Touch Cleaning Service, LLC – Conway, SC
·Handled all bookkeeping, advertising, and payroll for 5 employees.
·Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
·Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests
·Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing, and storing hazardous chemicals
·Promoted building security
REASON FOR LEAVING: Divorce
Medical Records Specialist, 01/1993 to 12/1999
US Army National Guard – Columbia, SC
Education
High School Diploma: 1987
Roy Hudgens Academy - Lynchburg, South Carolina
Horry Georgetown Technical College - Conway, SC
I have an accumulative of 62 credit hours but due to family matters at that time I was unable to complete my degree.
·Majored in Business Management.