Karen L. Force
ad8ums@r.postjobfree.com 541-***-****
Albany, OR
Experienced Administrative Assistant
SKILLS
Computer Proficiency Public Relations Editor Contracts
HIPAA Certified Time Management Accounts Receivable
Public Speaking Public Educator
WORK HISTORY
Owner and Manager Molokai 207 April 2001 – Aug. 2015
Acquired, remodeled, advertised and managed a condo unit for tourists on the island of Molokai resulting in an award-winning product by offering products and services no other unit had at the time.
Hired cleaning staff, developed and monitored a computerized inventory and operated a POS virtual terminal on my personal computer.
Developed and maintained public relations with people from other countries leading to repeat business.
Utilized various computer programs including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
Oregon Health Sciences University, Infectious Disease Division Portland, OR
Division Manager Sept. 1992 – Oct. 1995
Typed and edited medical manuscripts for publication utilizing Word Perfect.
Fiscal responsibilities included accounts receivable and accounts payable.
Became proficient with medical coding bringing much-needed income into the Department.
Answered and responded to telephone inquiries and clinic appointment requests.
Liaison with other departments, hospital staff and other institutions resulting in better working relationships.
Oregon State University, Forestry Intensified Research Medford Oregon.
Secretary (two-year temporary position) 1990 – 1992
Typed and edited research data into scientific publications utilizing Word Perfect.
Cornell University, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Ithaca, NY. Administrative Assistant 1987-1989
Developed and implemented programs for week-long training seminars which included reserving housing, catering services and aiding the presenters.
Developed accounts receivable and accounts payable procedures.
Inventoried and sold PADL-2 software to engineering firms and engineering schools at other universities.
YWCA Lihue, HI. 1985 – 1987
Public Educator on the Prevention of Sexual Assault
Wrote and received a grant to develop and implement a new educational program teaching preschool through tenth grade students the prevention of sexual assault on the island of Kauai.
Wrote and received a grant to develop and implement a new educational program for developmentally disabled children and adults. Created and cultivated evening seminars for educators, students and adults.
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
American Legion Post 10 Albany, OR 97321 Nov 2019 – July 2023
Executive Assistant
Organized and implemented annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony at the Linn County Courthouse.
Created and edited the weekly Commander Update newsletter disseminated to over 800 members utilizing Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft Word.
Attended two monthly meetings and transcribed meeting minutes.
Transmitted membership renewals to National via computer.
Accounts Receivable. Member of the Finance Committee.
Created and implemented a veterans’, displaced fire victims and COVID-19 victims’ food pantry housed at Post 10.
Completed invoices and room rental contracts.
American Legion Riders Post 10 Albany OR January 2020–May 2024
Secretary and Support Rider
Attend monthly meetings transcribing meeting minutes.
Perform “cage” duty while conducting escorts of deceased veterans and their families; participate in flag lines during memorial services.
Albany Elks Lodge 359 Albany OR May 2016 - April 2019
Esteemed Leading Knight
Wrote and received multiple grants to fund community projects.
Performed additional duties and responsibilities associated with Public Relations, Bulletin Editor, and Audit Committee member.
Willamette Landing Owners Association Corvallis, OR July 2013 – June 2015 Recreation Chairperson
Hired, trained and supervised summer pool monitors and outside contractors.
Created inventory control system.
Developed a budget for upgrading the club house and exercise room equipment.
Attended and participated in monthly board meetings.
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
2019, Bulletin First Place Award, Albany Elks Lodge 359
2018, Bulletin Third Place Award, Albany Elks Lodge 359
2001-2015, Top Ten Tourist Accommodation Award, Kaunakakai, HI
June 1994, OHSU Rose Award for Outstanding Public Relations and Customer Service
Numerous Certificates of Appreciation from various nonprofits for Outstanding Service and Contributions