Kristina M. Stafiej
*************@*****.*** Westland, MI
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented Administrative Professional with 12+ years of experience supporting executives, families, and students in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Skilled in calendar management, confidential client support, event scheduling, and multi-tasking across competing priorities. Adept at providing empathetic, reliable service both in person and remotely. Seeking to leverage proven organizational and communication skills as a Virtual Assistant for professionals, small businesses, and entrepreneurs.
Core Skills
• Calendar & Inbox Management
• Client Relations & Confidential Support
• Scheduling & Event Coordination
• Data Entry & Document Prep
• Travel Arrangements & Logistics
• CRM & Database Maintenance
• Customer Support (Phone/Email/Chat)
• Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva
Professional Experience
Thayer-Rock Funeral Home – Farmington, MI
Administrative Assistant Feb 2025 – Present
• Support funeral directors and families through every stage of service planning, requiring discretion, empathy, and precise coordination.
• Manage calendars, service scheduling, and vendor communications.
• Prepare and maintain sensitive documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide customer support in emotionally challenging circumstances with professionalism and compassion.
Sunglo – Novi, MI
Administrative Assistant May 2024 – Feb 2025
• Handled data entry, scheduling, and customer inquiries for a busy service provider.
• Assisted with client communications, billing support, and document preparation.
• Maintained electronic records and coordinated with internal teams remotely.
University of Michigan, MDining & Golf Course – Ann Arbor, MI
Administrative & Catering Support / Interim Catering Manager 2010 – 2024
• Coordinated high-volume scheduling for events, catering staff, and university functions.
• Managed multi-calendar scheduling, contracts, and vendor logistics.
• Trained staff, created menus/documents, and provided customer-facing support in a high-pressure environment.
• Balanced multiple administrative tasks across departments with accuracy and efficiency.
Eastern Michigan University – Ypsilanti, MI
Administrative Support 2001-2007
• Supported academic departments with scheduling, recordkeeping, and event planning.
• Handled confidential student files and communications with discretion.
Education
PItsburgh Institute for Mortuary Sciences – begins October 2025 working towards Funeral Director licensure.
Eastern Michigan University - MA in Creative Writing – Expected Graduation 2026
Hope College – BA Psychology/English
References
Available upon request