*** Seeking a challenging, full-time role in an administrative or HR environment ***

  Outstanding listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills, gaining the trust, confidence and respect of key stakeholders, including clients, colleagues and vendors.

  Promoted to positions of greater responsibility for consistently exceeding performance objectives.

  Solid analytical, time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Volunteer Tacoma, WA Aug. 2001-Present

  Act as Vice President on a local Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) Board for an elementary school, leading meetings and a team of volunteers to organize activities.

  Co-chair Books & Beyond, a reading program to help students improving their academic skills.

  Help teachers and staff with grading assignments and ordering school spirit wear. 

  Coach a girls' fast pitch softball team, ages 7-13, key life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship.

  Raise foster animals for the Georgia Peaches Puppy Rescue and educate other potential foster parents.

Tiny Computers Tacoma, WA Mar. 2000-July 2001

Human Resources Associate

  Administered employee health benefits, including open enrollment for medical; dental; and 401(k) plans.

  Designed and implemented initiatives such as a new safety manual; Employee of the Month Program; and several employee events like Christmas parties; BBQ's; and Microsoft Excel training at a local college.

  Helped recruit and interview candidates and hire new employees, including assisting with orientation. 

  Processed L&I and unemployment claims in an accurate, timely and efficient manner. 

  Administered payroll in ADP impacting 400 employees across three states. 

Pacific Sheeting Resources (formerly, Eagle Paper Box) Tacoma, WA June 1998-Feb. 2000
Human Resources Associate (Mar. 1999-Feb. 2000)

  Administered employee benefits impacting 75 team members. 

  Organized employee events such as potlucks and holiday parties. 

  Supported supervisors with hiring personnel; disciplining staff; and terminating associates.

Receptionist (June 1998-Mar. 1999)

  Answered incoming telephone calls in a friendly and polite manner.

  Helped to coordinate company events such as parties and potlucks. 

  Showcase strong writing skills while drafting letters and correspondence for team members.

Previously:

Receptionist, Embellier Salon Puyallup, WA Jan. 1998-June 1998

  Answered incoming telephone calls and scheduled appointments for this high-volume salon.

  Processed transactions and performed light bookkeeping functions.

  Ordered office supplies and organized merchandising displays. 

Customer Service Associate, Mervyn s Puyallup, WA July 1997-June 1998

  Built and maintained positive communication with customers in a fast-paced retail store setting.

  Processed financial transactions and organized and updated merchandising displays.