OWEN JEROME MITCHELL
Senior Administrative & Operations Manager
Brooklyn, NY 11207 347-***-**** **********@*****.*** LinkedIn
SUMMARY
Strategic Administrative and Operations Leader with 20+ years managing multi-office operations, high-volume teams, and complex workflows across government, legal, and corporate sectors. Delivered executive-level leadership, budget management, policy compliance, and operational excellence. Skilled in staff development, process optimization, and leveraging generative AI and analytics tools to enhance efficiency and decision-making.
CORE STRENGTHS
Leadership & Operations
Technical & Analytical
Executive Leadership
Generative AI & Automation
Budget & Resource Management
Data Analytics & Reporting
Multi-Office Operations
CRM & Workflow Systems
Staff Training & Development
Dashboards & KPIs
Workflow & Process Optimization
Microsoft Excel / Smartsheet
Policy & Compliance Oversight
Scheduling & Calendar Management
Project Management
Vendor & Contract Management
Stakeholder Communication
SOP Development
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
●Managed 2 offices and 180+ staff, improving workflow efficiency by 25% and reducing operational costs by 15%.
●Supervised 75 call center agents, achieving SLA/KPI targets and reducing overtime costs by 25%.
●Implemented process and scheduling improvements that increased office efficiency by 20%.
●Developed reporting dashboards and process documentation to enhance leadership decision-making.
●Coordinated multi-office relocations and vendor management, maintaining operational continuity and minimizing downtime.
●Integrated generative AI tools and automation in small business operations to streamline workflows and boost productivity.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA), Office of Impartial Hearings – New York, NY
Senior Administrative Specialist 2025 – Present
●Coordinated 50+ case hearings weekly, ensuring timely processing and compliance with procedural standards.
●Supervised secure document management, improving attorney access and reducing retrieval time by 30%.
●Streamlined scheduling and reporting with templates and digital tracking, boosting office efficiency by 20%.
●Drafted executive reports and meeting materials, enhancing leadership decision-making and ensuring 100% regulatory compliance.
Continuum Global Solutions / NYC 311 – New York, NY
Floor Supervisor, Call Center Operations 2025
●Supervised 75 call center agents, implementing real-time performance tracking and coaching, achieving 100% SLA and KPI adherence.
●Managed agent scheduling, coaching, escalations, and quality assurance, reducing average response time by 15%.
●Collaborated with IT and QA to revamp reporting dashboards, improving data accuracy by 25%.
●Maintained service levels while cutting overtime costs by 25% through optimized staffing and workflows.
Legal Aid Society – Brooklyn, NY
Office Manager / Executive Assistant 2023 – 2024
●Directed operations for 2 offices and 180 staff, improving operational efficiency by 25%.
●Implemented Lean workflow optimization strategies, reducing operational costs by 15%.
●Supervised 12 administrative staff, developing onboarding programs and compliance protocols ensuring 100% HIPAA adherence.
●Created reporting dashboards and process documentation using Excel/Power BI, enhancing executive decision-making.
Golden Tree Asset Management – New York, NY
Assistant Facilities Manager 2023 – 2024
●Managed daily operations and vendor relationships, ensuring regulatory compliance and cost-efficient service delivery.
●Controlled budgets and procurement, optimizing space utilization and reducing operational costs by 10%.
●Led multi-office relocation projects, maintaining 100% operational continuity with zero downtime.
VirtuEdge Solutions – New York, NY
Founder / Operations Consultant 2024 – Present
●Delivered executive-level administrative and operational solutions for 10+ small businesses, reducing administrative workload by 30%.
●Designed SOPs, CRM workflows, and generative AI-powered automation systems, increasing productivity and client task completion rates by 40%.
ExecOnline, Inc. – New York, NY
Senior Manager, Product Operations 2017 – 2023
●Directed global program operations for 200+ projects, boosting KPI adherence by 20% and client satisfaction by 15%.
●Developed standardized communication templates and dashboards across 5 departments.
●Coordinated logistics for 50+ large-scale virtual programs across 10+ countries, improving program delivery efficiency by 25%.
Halstead Property Development Marketing, LLC – New York, NY (Contract)
Executive Assistant & Showroom Coordinator 03/2016 – 01/2017
●Managed calendars, appointments, and travel for 5 managers and 10+ sales agents, improving scheduling efficiency by 20%.
●Negotiated and maintained vendor contracts, securing cost savings of 15%.
●Processed 100+ invoices, payroll, purchase orders, and expense reports monthly, maintaining 100% accuracy.
●Generated and distributed reports, improving operational transparency and decision-making efficiency.
●Organized 10+ client and sales events per quarter, enhancing engagement and team cohesion.
●Prepared co-broke/buyer packages and maintained accurate listings across platforms, ensuring 100% compliance.
●Coordinated property transactions from listing to closing, managing internal systems, photo shoots, floor plans, and liaising with brokers and attorneys.
MOVE Guides, Inc – New York, NY / London, U.K.
Move Advocate & Office Manager 04/2015 – 02/2016
●Collected and documented customer information via phone, email, and social media, providing tailored guidance.
●Acted as sole liaison for relocating employees and families, coordinating all aspects of domestic and international assignments.
●Guided 50+ relocating employees and families per quarter, ensuring seamless moves and 100% policy compliance.
●Advised employees and families on relocation policies and benefits, clarifying expectations and ensuring smooth transitions.
●Provided ongoing support, simplifying relocation processes and coordinating with vendors to meet timelines.
●Compiled weekly pipeline reports and performed administrative tasks to maintain accurate tracking.
●Prepared meeting agendas, materials, and follow-up documentation, ensuring productive team conferences.
DecorPlanet.com – New York, NY
Showroom Sales Manager & Social Media Coordinator 10/2013 – 03/2015
●Managed front desk operations, greeting 50+ daily visitors and handling inquiries.
●Collected and documented customer information via multiple channels, providing tailored solutions.
●Delivered billing, order processing, and website troubleshooting support, resolving 95% of customer issues within 24 hours.
●Leveraged CRM and automated systems to track and analyze customer issues, identifying trends to improve service.
●Monitored social media platforms to identify marketing opportunities, increasing engagement by 20%.
●Built and maintained relationships with 10+ vendors, negotiating favorable contracts.
●Developed partnerships with bloggers and marketing teams, expanding brand reach by 25%.
●Compiled weekly sales and engagement reports, maintaining accurate records.
Fab.com / Ideeli.com – New York, NY
Crackerjack (Customer Support Specialist) / Assistant Director of Logistics 05/2011 – 10/2013
●Managed 100+ customer inquiries weekly, resolving issues promptly and maintaining a 95% satisfaction rate.
●Collected and documented customer information, educating clients and resolving inquiries via phone, email, and social media.
●Delivered billing, order fulfillment, and website troubleshooting support.
●Utilized CRM and analytics tools to evaluate customer cases.
●Balanced company policy with customer needs, achieving positive outcomes for both parties.
●Identified process improvement opportunities, increasing customer satisfaction by 15%.
●Compiled weekly and monthly customer experience reports.
Hospital for Special Surgery, Dr. Jennifer Solomon – New York, NY
Office Manager & Medical Billing Specialist 02/2009 – 05/2011
●Oversaw front desk operations for 150+ patients weekly, including insurance verification.
●Processed 50+ patient appointments daily.
●Facilitated communication between patients, physicians, staff, and labs, reducing scheduling conflicts by 20%.
●Scheduled and tracked patient screenings, ensuring 100% follow-up.
●Managed urgent patient cases, coordinating referrals within 24 hours.
●Verified and processed 75+ daily prescription orders.
●Collected co-payments and processed transcriptions.
●Maintained department-wide communication regarding policy updates and training.
●Planned and executed meetings and special events for 10+ events annually.
Columbia Business School, Executive MBA Program – New York, NY
Assistant Director of Finance 11/2008 – 02/2009
●Supported Director of Finance in daily operations and financial reporting.
●Managed calendar and travel logistics for 5 senior executives.
●Prepared financial and operational reports.
●Coordinated meetings, tracked expenses, and managed communications.
●Generated, reconciled, and processed invoices/payments.
●Managed fee collection for deposits, seminars, memberships, and tuition prepayments.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
●Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration/Finance – Fordham University
●Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles — HarvardX, January 2025
●Leading with Data & Analytics — Chicago Booth
●Strengthening Workplace Wellness — Duke CE
●Generative AI for Everyone — Google (Ongoing)