Ethel P. Coats
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**** ******* ******, *******, ** 39213
Business Phone: 601-***-****
Mobile Phone: 601-***-****
Email:
abhpn6@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION:
1991 - 1992 Graduate School (Credits towards MBA) Business
Management,
Jackson State University, Jackson, MS
1986 - 1990 Bachelor of Science (BS) Computer Science
Jackson State University, Jackson, MS
EMPLOYMENT:
2006 - Present Legal Administrator Assistant/Front Office
Coordinator
Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP, Jackson, MS
2004 - Present Freelance Event Planner/Consultant (Part Time), Jackson,
MS
1999 - 2006 Legal Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
(Real Estate Law Office)
Taylor, Covington & Smith, LLP, Jackson,
MS
1991 - 1998 Legal Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
Forman, Perry, Watkins & Krutz, PA,
Jackson, MS
EXPERIENCE:
. Update and maintain office schedules and calendars as
needed.
. Answer phones and greet visitors with a courteous and
professional attitude, provide detail customer service.
. Handle office management issues, ensuring facilities
needs are met.
. Manage supply inventory and order general office
supplies as needed.
. Manage phone and voicemail systems, including
programming changes, as needed.
. Assist in set-up of new hires computer, phone and other
general office needs.
. Assist in special projects such as: meeting and event
planning, corporate communication matters, collating of
marketing materials, mass mailing, etc.
. Handle/distribute mail and packages, schedule conference
rooms, assisted in all conference calls, host
luncheons/meetings for clients, attorneys and staff.
. Enter billable and non-billable time for attorneys.
Complete project assignments in a manner that meets
deadlines and specifications.
. Exercise judgment and make decisions to promote smooth
workflow in the team and ensure that client demands are
met.
. Keep office staff informed of news and updates that
affect workflow and service delivery.
QUALIFICATIONS:
. Previous experience providing administrative assistance.
. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Lotus and Outlook.
. The ability to prioritize work assignments, handle
multiple tasks at once and meet deadlines while working
independently in a strong team environment.
. Extremely oriented towards attention and details;
flexible with strong interpersonal skills.
. Advanced organizational, analytical, communication and
coordination abilities; strong oral and written
communication skills.
. General clerical abilities, including (but not limited
to): typing, file management and document control,
information compilation, editing and proofreading,
maintaining filing system.
. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
and maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive
information.
. Willingness to learn customized office techniques and
adapt to new responsibilities.
. Ability to take on challenges and has a proactive
approach to duties.
. Ability to take on a supervisory role as needed.
REFERENCES:
Mrs. Jessie Johnson
Trustmark National Bank
Senior Loan Processor
Bus Phone: 601-***-****
Email: abhpn6@r.postjobfree.com
Mrs. Sharon Thompson White
Watkins & ager, LLP
Senior Accounting Specialist
Bus Phone: 601-***-****
Email: abhpn6@r.postjobfree.com
Mrs. Debbie Chesnut
Harris, Jernigen & Geno, PLLC
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Bus Phone: 601-***-****
Email: abhpn6@r.postjobfree.com