Executive Legal Assistant & Billing Specialist

Ava K. Hurst

********@*****.*** 361-***-**** **** N. Frontage Road, Beeville, Texas 78102 LinkedIn: in/ ava-hurst-73233698 Summary

Results-driven professional seeking a stable and growth-oriented environment where I can leverage my existing skills while continuing to develop new capabilities. Committed to contributing meaningfully to organizational success through productivity, adaptability, and a strong work ethic. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Executive Legal Assistant / Billing Specialist

Beck Bros., Inc. — Beeville, Texas

October 2022 – Present

• Manage daily accounting functions, including billing, collections, and payment processing

• Provide executive and legal administrative support

• Coordinate bid submissions and develop project manuals

• Prepare and manage Master Service Agreements

• Track vehicle inspections, registrations, and compliance

• Assist with grant writing for affiliated 501(c)(3) organization Administrative Assistant – Wind & Solar Projects

Bureau Veritas North America / Bradley Construction Company — Beeville, Texas August 2021 – May 2022

• Prepared daily operational reports for Helena Wind and Sparta Solar projects

• Completed FAA reporting for wind turbine installations

• Maintained compliance with strict safety and regulatory requirements

• Successfully passed extensive background checks and safety certifications Executive Assistant / Office Coordinator

Dan A. Hughes Company, L.P. — Beeville, Texas

June 2003 – December 2020

• Directed full office operations, including HR support, IT coordination, facilities, and procurement

• Served as executive, legal, and personal assistant to the President, executives, and family

• Managed calendars, correspondence, travel logistics, bookkeeping, and confidential records

• Drafted and coordinated oil & gas contracts, lease agreements, AFE documentation, and regulatory filings

• Prepared and distributed Master Service Agreements in collaboration with legal counsel

• Led special projects involving large-scale data tracking and reporting

• Coordinated complex domestic and international travel, including logistics for large groups Leasing Manager – Commercial Real Estate

Hurst Properties — Beeville, Texas

December 2000 – January 2003

• Managed leasing operations for retail and residential properties

• Maintained financial records and handled bookkeeping functions Executive Assistant / Office Manager

Colonial Life & Accident Insurance (UNUM) — Dallas, Texas February 1996 – December 2000

• Supported the Vice President of Sales, Regional Directors, and multi-state leadership teams

• Managed scheduling, reporting, licensing compliance, and communications

• Coordinated meetings, budgets, and production reporting

• Developed and maintained advanced Excel reporting tools Production Analyst / Regulatory Assistant

PG&E Resources (Corpus Christi Oil & Gas) — Texas

July 1989 – 1995

• Prepared and filed regulatory production reports with federal and state agencies

• Generated allocation reports and compliance documentation

• Participated in the emergency oil spill response team and regulatory training Additional Early Career Experience

• Production Analyst / Administrative Roles across multiple oil & gas companies

• Temporary administrative support (real estate and corporate offices)

• Cross-functional experience in legal, regulatory, executive, and reception roles CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Notary Public, State of Texas (Expires Nov 6, 2027) Workplace Safety Training — Bureau Veritas NA, 2022 Enertia Software Training — 2018

Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) — 2017 NRA Range Development — 2003

The Counselor Salesperson Program — 1997

Microsoft Office Suite — 1997

Oil & Gas Proration, Forms & Procedures (NGPA) — Railroad Commission of Texas, 1990 EDUCATION

Bee County College — Beeville, Texas

Coursework: Accounting and Music

Skidmore-Tynan School — Skidmore, Texas

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