Administrative Assistant

Posted on: 2008-02-12

CAROLYN LONDON 4034 Oak Tree Lane Plainfield, IL 60586 (630) 631-2529 [email protected] OBJECTIVE To obtain an administrative assistant position. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY May 2007 – Present Northwestern Business College, Naperville, IL Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Faculty. •Researched, designed, and proposed the “MySpace Project” which is a free communication marketing tool that is currently employed by the Admissions team. •Collaborated with the Dean of Faculty in the design of “Knowledge Week”, used for retention and student enrollment. Ongoing management responsibilities include coordinating the event and compiling final information. •Create and edit campus class schedule manipulating data using an in-house database program (CARDS). In addition, produce and edit spreadsheets, memos, letters, and promotional items utilizing Microsoft Office. •Responsible for supplemental pay spreadsheet specific to faculty payment allocation. •Assist faculty with incoming phone calls and messages, technical support, and the ordering of supplies. November 2003 – May 2007 Frank Gironda Salon and Spa, Naperville, IL Department Head and Nail Artist. •Produced monthly progress reports, memos, and order forms using Microsoft Office. •Communicated between management and the nail department. •Trained new employees on services and other procedures. •Performed manicure and pedicure services. May 2002 – November 2003 Merle Norman Cosmetics, Bloomington, IL Customer Service Representative and Spa Specialist. •Assisted with phone and cashier responsibilities including receiving mail orders and making appointments. •Organized store by taking inventory, stocking shelves, and preparing mail orders. •Promoted retail during services and counter transactions. •Performed manicures, pedicures, makeovers, and make-up lessons. EDUCATION Academy of Nails, Downers Grove, IL November 2001 – April 2002 Nail Technician License, May 2002 Bolingbrook High School, Bolingbrook, IL Graduated June 2000 SPECIAL EDUCATION April 2001 – October 2001 United States Navy, Great Lakes, IL Graduated Basic Training July 2001 Naval Recruit and Building Guard Manager. •Trained and supervised building guards. •Created and adjusted schedules. •Stood Guard to ensure building safety. COMPUTER SKILLS Microsoft Office 2003 and 2007: •Excel •Word •Power Point •Publisher •One Note •Outlook •Visio Database Programs: •Paradox 10 •CARDS •Compass •Colleague