Assistant to Chief Appraiser

Posted on: 2006-10-17

Mechele Agbayani 225 W. Bryan St. Tyler, TX 75702 (713) 494-7777 [email protected] PROFILE I am a self-motivated and hard working professional with excellent communication and leadership skills developed through several years of sales and management experience. An effective communicator at all levels within an organization; I have exceptional ability to motivate a team. I am seeking a fast-paced position with the American Heart Association to help them surpass their goals. EDUCATION The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (emphasis in Public Relations); Magna Cum Laude December 2005 Houston Community College Houston, TX Associate in Arts December 2003 RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Smith County Appraisal District Tyler, TX Assistant to the Chief Appraiser February 2006-Present Supported staff of 40 appraisers and administrative staff Assisted Chief Appraiser with legislative and taxpayer correspondence Monitored operations in absence of Chief Appraiser Acted as taxpayer liaison for Over-65 inquiries Implemented records management systems Planned Board of Director and Appraisal Review Board meetings Coordinated and wrote copy for redesign of Appraisal District Website Coordinated 2007-2008 Reappraisal Plan Coordinated Appraisal Review Board Hearings Exemption Coordinator cue:creative Advertisting Agency Tyler, TX Intern (completed 150 hours for college credit) August 2005-September 2005 Assisted with development of public relations opportunities and converted into new business Supported new business initiatives Drafted press releases, ads, and other writing projects KYTX CBS 19 Tyler, TX Weekend Producer November 2004 - August 2005 Selected and wrote stories for show Edited video, sent video to air, timed show Posted stories and new polls on website Began as internship, was promoted to Weekend Producer after 1 month Welcoming Neighbor, Inc. Houston, TX Executive Assistant January 2002 - March 2003 Assisted President; planned meetings, scheduled appointments Supported staff of 30 salespeople and office personnel Hired and trained new employees Created Employee Policy and Procedures Manual and Sales Training Manual Designed marketing materials General office duties; wrote letters, reports, inventory Assisted C.F.O. with accounts receivables Maintained Customer Relations TBG and Associates Austin, TX Regional Sales Manager December 1995 - January2002 Recruited, trained and mentored over 300 employees Managed corporate accounts and was responsible for developing corporate relationships Created Sales and Training Presentation Manuals and PowerPoint Presentations General bookkeeping and Office duties Top Sales Producer for 3 years People’s Pharmacy Austin, TX Operations Manager March 1990–January 1996 Maintained customer/patient and public relations, served approximately 1000 customers daily In charge of staffing, troubleshooting, inventory control, purchasing, policy implementation, budget control, marketing and promotional plans Created Standard Operating Procedures Manual for all positions and computer system and implemented systems resulting in more effective job performance Increased profitability by 43%. Set record sales every year OTHER EXPERIENCE Premier Fitness Tyler, TX Personal Trainer October 2005 – Present Acted as Fitness Spokesperson for morning news Performed health assessments Created personalized fitness programs Created and taught spinning classes Provided nutritional counseling The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Spinning Instructor 2005 Spring Semester Gladewater Doughnut Shop, Inc. Gladewater, TX Owner August 2003 - February 2005 Hired and trained new employees Maintained Customer Relations Performed general office duties, such as end of month reports and bookkeeping SKILLS Excellent Interpersonal/Customer Relations/Communication Skills Strong Management/ Leadership Skills Proficiency in MS Office/ Desktop Publishing (Publisher, Quark)/ Type 60 wpm Good Analytical, Problem-Solving Skills/ Crisis Resilient Professional, Committed, Persistent, Responsible, Mature Judgment, Quick-Learning, Adaptable, Results-Driven Strong entrepreneurial spirit, high energy and ability to thrive in fast paced environment VOLUNTEER WORK AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Logistics Chair for Arthritis Foundation 2006 5K Children’s Worship Co-Leader 2006; Grace Community Church Communications Chair; Cy-Fair Christian Church 2000-2003 Board of Directors; Cy-Fair Christian Church 2000-2003